I tried clipless and the BMX in me says no way... I wont give you flack for platforms cuz I am right along side ya...by the way I still have the mallet C's I bought and some size 45 SixSixOne shoes if someone needs some(my attempt to steal your thread )...I broke the STUPID power link in my chain with 1/4 lap left for a bid DNF also..I am such a dumbazz...I ALWAYS used a chain tool and press the pin back together on my BMX bikes and should have on the MTB...it is llike that now...GREAT JOB TO ALL!!!!!

Paul