Thanks for the quick reply. I'm guessing that most of the clipless riders are either into road bikes or MTBs and are working to get the most possible connection/power to their bikes. Me, as a casual, recreational rider who has never ridden with more than one person and justs likes the Zen of bike riding, wouldn't likely benefit from going clipless. I sometimes wonder if I even need straps on my clips? I find clips most helpful to keep my foot centered on the pedal. The straps simply add a bit of security to keeping them laterally centered.