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@edmundane
i'm not going to buy you a pint when u're in town. if everyone starts doing that you won't be able to get home safe :P
good to know that you're fitting the clips and straps straight away. personally i always stay away from folk who ride fixed with flat pedals. i dont want any accidents near me!
also, what ratio you riding on?
i haven't really looked at it myself but i assume that being "for track only" the ratio on the pista is higher than is ideal for road use.
i had the "trying to coast" problem myself when i started riding fixed and actually broke a toeclip (plastic one) whilst doing that on a 48/16. i've since changed over to 48/18 i feel much better at handling the bike. it's easier to learn how to skid too.
i have toe overlap on my bike too but it doesn't really bother me too much. sometimes the tyre does touch my shoe but it's only for a little bit i correct it straight away.
and yeah as pip and smiling buddha said, take it easy first. i used to mash around on high gear ratios when i was riding geared bikes. riding fixed taught me a totally different way of riding which i find has very positive effects on my bike riding in general. also note that riding a lower gear ratio will limit yourself not to go too fast at first. then when you get more skill handling the bike and get better spin you'll be able to ride fast pick good lines and not stop ;)
hope you'll get well and be back on the bike soon!