Originally Posted by lisitsa
My example: 2 month ago, I thought cleats were rubbish and just a way to hurt yourself in a crash. Now, I want to replace my clips to get cleats. Are they still dangerous in a crash... Are they still inconvenient to walk in... yes. Aren't we all just drones to the latest and best? Your opinion?
I think cleats are overall safer than clips for reasons already mentioned, and also because you don't have to take your hand off the bars to fasten and unfasten them. With cleats, you can also get a foot free almost instantly when needed. I think they will add to your enjoyment of riding, too.
If you buy something that works demonstrably better, you are a smart consumer, not a drone.
Tom