I have two bikes set up as fixed gear. One has toe clips and straps and the other one has pinned BMX pedals. Riding fixed gear with toe clips and straps is a lot safer, but I also don't have a problem riding fixed gear without foot retention as long as the gear ratio is low and I am not riding too fast... I have a lot of stops, I run errands and walk a lot so I hate cycling shoes and I hate any type of cycling specific kit. Platform pedals are easiest and most convenient to use for my style of riding.