truth.
i've got a frontally tight 49cm that's got significant overlap even with 165mm cranks. i thought it would be a big problem for street riding, but it's not. i time my turns (like, between cars, peds, or circling at a light), and if i get close to overlap-moment, i tilt my toe down. barely ever hit.

sure, it takes a bit of practice and coordination, but it's riding a freakin' bike. it's supposed to take practice and coordination.