Originally Posted by ColonelSanders

I haven't tried clipless yet, but I am not against it and will no doubt try it in the future.


The biggest issue I suspect I will find is when I just want to use my bike as a commuter to run some errands or do shopping, and having to deal with the shoes that are needed with a clipless setup.


Clipless seems to make the most sense if you know you are going to be doing a long ride of say 2hrs +.


As for cranks, they are one of my favourite parts for how a bike looks, so in addition to being prepared to pay more for a lighter, stiffer crank, it has to look the part, or I am not interested.