Originally Posted by
webist
Clipless pedals are worth it even if you must overcome some intimidation and fear of falling. Practice with them. Think about them before you come to a stop.
I would supplement this with a recommendation I recently read on another thread. If you forget to unclip and tumble over, try to hang onto the bars and swivel your butt in the direction of the fall. That may just keep you from breaking a wrist or whacking your hip bone.