Thread: Platform or clipless, help me
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Old 03-23-18 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by nickw
Using clips for bunnyhoping is a crutch, absolutely not needed. I can clean the same obstacles just as easy with flats without question. No top trials riders, or 'street' BMX guys use clips, they are the bunnyhop kings...

This is coming from a guy who races XC MTB and Cyclocross with clips and wouldn't have it any other way, I still feel more efficient with them for racing.
Maybe not absolutely necessary but it does make it a whole lot easier, especially when you have a loaded bike.
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