Are you referring to the fear of toe clips and straps? A little odd, yes, but if you didn't grow up riding them, I can see how it might be a little intimidating.

BITD it was like a merit badge. Everyone knew good bikes always have clips and straps. You got them sometime after learning to ride no hands, but before getting cycling clothes. They really are not difficult.

Slotted cleats are really no big deal either. I've probably ridden them most of my lifetime miles. I only fell over once. It was at the very first stop sign, on my very first ride with cycling shoes. I had totally forgot they were there, and did not loosen my strap. Sure it was embarrassing, but I never did it again, ever, in like 63 gazillion stops. If you forget to turn your foot with a clipless pedal, you'll fall over too.