I switched to toe clips and then to clipless because of safety. I was at a stoplight in the rain, and when the light turned green, my feet slipped off and I stopped fast with a pickup behind me, forcing him to brake hard. This happened twice in one ride. I decided that keeping my feet on the pedals was an important safety concern.

The only times I use platforms is informal neighborhood noodling around, and in the winter I switch because my tires may slide sideways with no warning and I must be able to put my foot down instantly.

I have never had a fall due to clipless or toe clips. Maybe people have their pedal tension up too high?