Originally Posted by AlgarveCycling

Clipless does seem daunting at first but it is an easily learned system.

Falling at stop signs is something someone should only be doing once before learning how to unclip quickly - it really isn't a thing generally. I've not had a problem with clipless in 30 years. I had the original Time clipless pedals decades ago and I've preferred the system ever since. There is obviously a learning curve to overcome vs flats but it's an easy one. Easier than learning to ride a bike. Cleats/pedals can be adjusted to make it easier during the leaning process.

I've had my share of crashes and not once was I attached to the bike at the end of it. Without even thinking about it my feet unclipped simply from the motion of the fall. I really don't see clipless as being dangerous - quite the opposite, in fact. Chain skipping will happen regardless of pedal system used since it is largely due to a rough, bouncy surface and/or worn stretched chain.