I'm planning to start riding again and i want to buy a pair of shoes for riding.I don't want cycling shoes,i want something that can be worn around the house,errands,etc.Nothing fancy.Dual-purpose.Thanks
where to get riding shoes?
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I don't really understand.
Are you looking for shoes for use with clipless bike pedals? The type that require cleats and special pedals?
Or, are you just looking for a sneaker for bike riding? A shoe without the connection points for cleats, but it's still aimed at bike riders? I don't really know if this exists. It may, but I haven't seen it.
Are you looking for shoes for use with clipless bike pedals? The type that require cleats and special pedals?
Or, are you just looking for a sneaker for bike riding? A shoe without the connection points for cleats, but it's still aimed at bike riders? I don't really know if this exists. It may, but I haven't seen it.
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Bike shoes should have a very firm bottom for good power transfer. Road shows are worthless for even walking, MTB shoes can be ok. I think mine are diadora jalapeño. Wouldn't drive in them though.
More of a sneaker.
You want a MTB shoe that has the attachment for the clipless pedals, and some real tread. I have a pair of those shoes for my road bike, and really like them.
Originally Posted By: daves66nova
More of a sneaker.
If you're using normal (non-clipless) pedals, get a pair of Vans. The sticky bottom actually helps, a lot. There's a reason all of the BMX and downhill guys use skate shoes.
Super stiff soles are great when you have a small-platform clipless pedal. For just riding around though, a big pedal and a pair of sticky shoes works really well.
More of a sneaker.
If you're using normal (non-clipless) pedals, get a pair of Vans. The sticky bottom actually helps, a lot. There's a reason all of the BMX and downhill guys use skate shoes.
Super stiff soles are great when you have a small-platform clipless pedal. For just riding around though, a big pedal and a pair of sticky shoes works really well.
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Originally Posted By: daves66nova
More of a sneaker.
If you're using normal (non-clipless) pedals, get a pair of Vans. The sticky bottom actually helps, a lot. There's a reason all of the BMX and downhill guys use skate shoes.
Super stiff soles are great when you have a small-platform clipless pedal. For just riding around though, a big pedal and a pair of sticky shoes works really well.
agree. on my road bike, I have shimano clipless and shimano carbon soled shoes, but when I'm on my townie bike, my new balances are fine! the sole is a little stiffer than a skate shoe.
Originally Posted By: daves66nova
More of a sneaker.
If you're using normal (non-clipless) pedals, get a pair of Vans. The sticky bottom actually helps, a lot. There's a reason all of the BMX and downhill guys use skate shoes.
Super stiff soles are great when you have a small-platform clipless pedal. For just riding around though, a big pedal and a pair of sticky shoes works really well.
agree. on my road bike, I have shimano clipless and shimano carbon soled shoes, but when I'm on my townie bike, my new balances are fine! the sole is a little stiffer than a skate shoe.
Look at these - http://www.dzrshoes.com/shoes
They have provisions for SPD cleats but they will pass as sneakers.
They have provisions for SPD cleats but they will pass as sneakers.
I spin two or three times a week and wear these
http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11698003&010=SKU-12763235&003=4239056&camp=CSE:GoogleBase:11698003
You can walk around in them, they are light, breathable, but still firm enough to transmit power to the pedal.
http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11698003&010=SKU-12763235&003=4239056&camp=CSE:GoogleBase:11698003
You can walk around in them, they are light, breathable, but still firm enough to transmit power to the pedal.
I prefer skate shoes for flat pedal/casual wear. They have the best soles made for riding IMO. I have Etnies.
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