Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 40,863
Likes: 3,115
From: Sacramento, California, USA
Bikes: Specialized Tarmac, Canyon Exceed, Specialized Transition, Ellsworth Roots, Ridley Excalibur
I generally feel safer when I have more control over my bike so I prefer clipless pedals in most situations. But it's no big deal to treat SPD-SL pedals like platforms for a short mellow ride. I do it all the time when I don't fee like changing out of my dress shoes. I'd just recommend against leather soled shoes, though.