Originally Posted by
John_E
...the simple reason is that I also ride my bike to commute too and want to see my power output at least on the way back. I can adjust my exercise level much better with a power meter however clipless shoes are not practical when I go to work.
Or buy cleat covers, carry them with you, and when you get to work, put them over the cleats, and your shoes are walkable for short distances. I use Shimano pedals, on my road bike, and when I commute on it, this is what I do to enable walking. Cleat covers are inexpensive.