Today I had my first clipless pedal accident. I parked at a local park and clipped in to ride to the park entrance. Once there, I had to cross the street, but there were cars coming so I had to stop and wait. I unclipped on the left with the plan to lean on that foot. Note to self, my balance on my non-dominant side is not so good. I promptly lost balance and fell to the right. Luckily most of the injury was my pride. I have some minor road rash on my knee, but I had gloves and a long sleeve shirt on so my hands and elbows were spared. A couple cars were passing by at the time so either they got a good laugh and didn't think I looked hurt enough to stop or they didn't see me.
I honestly thought after my first few rides I would never have a clipless pedal accident. That's what I get for getting cocky. At least I fear falling less now that I've done it. Hopefully my first full speed accident is still in the far and distant future.
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