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i got some 4 gates from 14 on saturday, and have already taken them off today becuase i didnt like them as much. while they are more comfortable, i didnt feel i had anywhere near as tight attachment to the pedal.
i think the problem, is that its the strap that actually holds my foot to the pedal, and it conforms to the shape/twist of my feet. when you have 4 gates your reducing the contact between the strap and your shoes, and doesnt allow the strap to conform to the twist of your feet during riding.
they still work fine though and are more comfortable, but i much prefer single/double gates that just have the gate in the centre, you can get much tighter pedal retention.
another thing i do, when im going for a long ride i like to wear two pairs of socks. it stops my feet going dead from cold, but also makes riding in clips/straps more comfortable and i tighten down the straps tighter than normal and still be comfortable.