I think context will help - Myosmith - what type of riding do you do? Recreational? Racing? Commuting?
I personally think that for a clyde a wider tire would offer a better mix of comfort and performance. You've already established that higher pressure is not comfortable for you, and is pretty much the only way you can avoid pinch flats on a narrower tire.
I think a 28 or 32 at 70-80 psi would be a better choice for your needs (not knowing how you ride).

Carbon boy's advice seems to be from a pure racing perspective, and given that you feel that the higher pressure is not comfortable, I think the advice to run higher pressure is off the table (and is frankly racing-centric).

What type of bike are you riding?