I used to be just like you. Always had issues getting into my looks and then falling hard on my groin and banging up my shin at lights. I switched to speedplays after about 3 months of use. So much more idiot proof at stop lights. Also I had issues with the look pedal cleats not being able to be placed far enough towards my toe which the speedplays solved. Very happy with my speedplays, just get the coffee shop covers if you do so and use them religiously!