Originally Posted by
El Pelon
I find quite the opposite to be true. I much prefer riding clipless, and in tight single track, prefer to be fastened on so that I can pedal through the obstacles.
+1
I never understood why people feel safer or more in control when not clipped in. I originally started using clipless pedals specifically for riding tight singletrack. I clip in and stay clipped in until a nanosecond before I put my foot down.
I like SPD pedals for touring and prefer the lower priced Sidi Bullet 2 shoes rather than the pricier Dominators.
I always wear my bike shoes and clip in to ride when touring. The only time I don't when on tour is if I ride a couple hundred yards in camp or something. For that distance I can manage to ride in my crocs even on the clipless pedals.