My boyfriend's a cellist, so he's very hesitant to make the switch from platforms to clipless - he's worried he'll fall and injure one of his hands/arms and won't be able to play. He bought a new bike this summer and the owner of the bike shop had some great advice: Buy a trainer to use during the winter and use clipless pedals/shoes. Then, by next spring, he'll be used to clipless and it won't be such a huge transition. I think this is a great idea.