I recently got some clipless pedals that are platforms with the clip on just one side. So, if you want to go full clipless you can, but if you just want to hop on with regular shoes you can. I have found that the bike shoes with cleats does help my biking.

Forte Campus Pedals
Shimano SH-M089 MTB Shoes

They use a SPD clip (basically a MTB clip).

But since the shoes are MTB shoes, it means I can walk normally when I get off the bike. Just a little clicking sound when I'm on concrete.

Something like this may be the best way for us "Old Blokes" to learn clipless pedals.

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