Thanks for sharing the tips, suggestions and experience folks...it's much appreciated and?......
Originally Posted by
Zinger
Yeah I've used nylon plastic clips for decades now just for crossing stop sign or lighted intersections with the pedal upside down. Reaching down and loosening straps upon approaching stop signs becomes second nature after joining club tombay......Or just leaving one side loose when on intersectioned city streets.
In the name of honesty being the best policy?...I guess I'm a bit envious of the above because simply put?...I feel like I no longer possess the mobility, agility and/or coordination to put into practice the above in a consistently safe manor...heck....I could probably throw a hip or shoulder out reaching down to loosen or tighten straps...not to mention my sense of balance is no where's near what it used to be.
Now maybe if I had dedicated myself too cycling the past few decades?...such acts may come as ingrained second nature but with me being in not so great of shape?...such feats can seem a bit daunting...especially if it were in a situation that required speed and urgency so for now?...I'll err towards the safe side and forgo the straps....but I sure do enjoy pedaling enough that maybe someday soon I'll upgrade to the clipless gear. Thanks again and ride safe, Bill.