great links, mtbgreg1!
I think the one poster said it best in the one forum link…if you are riding XC and mostly minimal technical terrain, you cannot beat being clipped in. If you are mostly riding the more technical type of trails with rock gardens (up or down), doing bomber downhill runs, jumps, etc, than clipless may be the best bet.
I have been using clipped pedals for 3 years now out of the almost 23 years I have been racing and riding and I consider myself a pretty decent rider in hardcore terrain. I am sure there is much more skilled riders but I hold my own. If anyone is familiar with PA riding, I like some of the great technical rides found in Michaux, French Creek, Rock Springs and Wissahickon Park. I just do not think that simply putting more time into riding clipped or switching to another clipped pedal is going to alleviate that little voice in my head…
Thanks again and see you on the trails!