Originally Posted by
Jinkster
They took some getting used to (getting in and out of them) 12 years ago when I first bought the bike and I'm finding they're taking some getting used to all over again.
Getting used to foot retention is part of the process of re-adapting to cycling, using it becomes 2nd nature with seat time.
Road bikes have used some form of foot retention for well over a century because it is more efficient and actually safer to have feet firmly located on pedals when putting out an effort.
If you don't care about any of that and just want to plooter about remove your toe clips & straps and have at it, suit yourself and enjoy the ride.