No time to carry on an argument with you, but let me summarize my initial point was that I merely suggested that people should CONSIDER going back to platforms for the benefits they might have for an INDIVIDUAL. We both have different experiences, so it is worthwhile CONSIDERING platforms. I'll NEVER go back to hard-soled, under-insulated, or expensive winter cycling boots (good luck finding one that solves all three problems), but I almost didn't try platforms again because so many people claim clipless is the ONLY way to go. Glad I didn't listen to that advice, and perhaps others may also.