I'm in the platform pedal camp. Shimano Saints, no problems getting power to the pedals, I'm far to old to pretend I'm a racer and just take easy and enjoy the ride. Can use any shoes with flat pedals and don't walk like a duck when off the bike. I find them very comfortable and have not fallen over as a result of being clipped in. Everyone to their own, we are all different.
Bob
I've just got a set of the Shimano saints,did a 34 miler with them and I'm very happy with them,I swapped from a set of clipless M324 pedals.