Picked up some MKS Alpha Spirit straps and it made a world of difference with getting my feet inside the clips.

Got to ride it around much better and I can't stop with my left foot, but I'm getting a hang of it with my right. I'm definitely gonna change the gearing because riding up hills is a PITA and the seat isn't that comfortable. Other than that I'm really happy with it, and it'll be a great commuter bike I don't have to worry about once I get some lights. Big upgrade from my old Nishiki SS conversion.

Overall I'm very satisfied with the bike, if you don't plan on doing anything really special with this bike except tailoring it to your fit/preferences, and not outfitting it with high end parts, it's worth it and most of its pros will out weigh its cons once your out there riding. Just true the wheels, get better tires, better straps and a gear ratio for your riding conditions/preferences.