I'll chime in here. My wife have feet that are just a bit wide, not quad-E
or anything, and found we really like using Xero shoes. Good enough width
for us, nice slim heel counter fit, and most important to us is that
there's room for the piggly wiggly toes to spread out. Lots of flex, and no
n
I bought the Giro Rumble recently for dirt cheap as a sleek MTB shoe. The
aren't the widest but also not nearly as narrow as everything else I've
tried. They are kind of cheap feeling and squeaked a bit when I first got
them but I'd give them 1 thumbs up from my EE wide feet. I took a black
sha
I have 13EEE shoes normally. The Keen Austin’s work well for me.
I do wish Keen would tell me which other shoe is made on the same last. But
they don’t.
For road shoes I use the Mega Sidi. Both in the road and mountain.
On Wed, Sep 4, 2024 at 10:43 AM Eric Marth wrote:
> Some great recs and idea
Some great recs and ideas here, thanks to everyone for sharing their Wide
Shoe Resources!
On Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 10:32:32 AM UTC-4 frank.b...@gmail.com
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> I have the same problem and found that the Birkenstocks with the 'rugged"
> sole work for me. Birks are super comfy and a
I'm not at EEE widths, but my feet have spread considerably as I approach
60. My current fav shoes for everything are Birkenstocks, particularly
Birkenstock Footprints. All current 6 pairs (all black, all leather,
naturally) are from eBay. Now looking for some fishermans sandles to add to
the "
I am firmly set atop an platform. I have a pair of cheap Forte-branded
mountain bike shoes that I got from Performance in 2007 or so that are
actually wide enough and I pray they never wear out. I splashed out on
some Lakes that sort of work, with thin socks, though everything below my
an
Xero makes great shoes with wide toe boxes.
On Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 9:57:38 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote:
> Thanks, Ray. I have struggled to find good cycling shoes for my wide feet
> as well. For sandals I like the Bedrock base model without the sculpted
> footbed. They don't restrict
Sorry I seem to be replying to two threads and am not sure what has been
said, so sorry for any redundancies. I would recommend a simple shoe cover
if the cold is due to wind going through your shoes. For colder weather,
there are neoprene booties shoe covers that work very well in blocking wind
I have the same issues with my feet. I wear Uggs boots which are suede
lined with shearling with one or 2 layers of wool socks. I have been told
electric socks are good but haven't tried them.
For the core, my back and arm pits would sweat with a jacket so I use a
windblock like the Riv lobst
As an unreformed connected foot/pedal rider due to results of injury and
recovery. I have a pair of Lake brand cold weather riding shoes that look a
bit like a cross country ski "boot" that I've had for decades. They aren't
waterproof but not on my problem list these days. The fit feels sloppy
I’m new to cold winter riding so have just a little experience. I asked a
similar, but not the same, question about cold toes last year:
https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/fhxPz3ZpXMY/m/.
Now that Philadlelphia‘s temps are In the 20’s, I’ll be re- reading and
re-evaluating for this
Just adding an update to this thread. A couple of things. Through the
spring I just continued to ramble in my Vans and 510 Aescents. Turns out
510 is making the Aescent again although I refrained from getting a pair. I
was very curious about Bedrock Sandals and picked up a pair a while back at
Hey,
as far as toe over lap, it was a fear of mine but, really, it has not
been a problem. I have not moved my saddle yet... I can say that the
pedals look odd but feel great, really connected to the bike, I can push
hard with no pain. It is a shame that they charge so much for them but
if they
Thanks for the follow up report, Spencer. I had wondered if you needed to
shift the seat position. I was also wondering if it increased the potential
for toe overlap. I may take the plunge. Saw that they had a 30-day guarantee
which reduces any risk.
John
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I did install the Catalyst Pedals yesterday and went for an hour or so ride
in the brisk north wind and temps in the mid twenty's (f).
Here are my first impressions...
They are luxurious compared to anything else I have used, Larger than the
VO - Clems or gripsters. The best analogy I
Spencer,
Sorry to hear of your foot issues. I can empathize since I’m nursing a foot
injury myself right now. I’d love to hear how the Catalyst pedals work out for
you. I asked my podiatrist about them and he was intrigued.
john
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Spencer, I am sorry to hear of your feet challenges. I don’t know if my
experince may be helpful or not. But I have become highly doubtful of any
doctor who tells me “x will never heal,” expecially when it is accompanied by
“you need to use y to support proper body function.” At age 12, I was to
Those Lens trailheads look dope!
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I've been pretty happy with the 5.10 Freerider Pro. I don't have a lot of time
or miles on them yet, so I can't speak to how they'll hold up. They are on the
warm side, though, so if you're in a hot climate, you may want to take that
into consideration.
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My “bike” shoes are more often than not what I wore to work that day, but on
overnights or long trips I have new balance trailbusters. Nothing special and
sub 60$, but they stick to vp pedals, look good around town and are almost
substantial feeling on hikes. (I’m not really into the barefoot th
Thanks. That's a nice looking shoe that may work perfectly for my needs.
On Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 3:59:11 PM UTC-8, Justin, Oakland wrote:
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> I’m Very curious about the new ish Lems Trailhead shoe. 4mm heel toe drop
> with a stiff ish sole. Vegan too!
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I started wearing Asics Gel-Nimbus running shoes a few years ago with no
intention of riding with them..they look too bulky for that. Nope. I use flat
step-on pedals and would hop on without bothering to change shoes, and after a
while I realized they're so light, cool and comfortable that I did
I tend to wear barefoot shoe's off the bike, but always wanted some extra
padding/stiffness on the bike, even with platform pedals. I may give
Patrick's extra inserts idea a try.
My current "biking shoe" is a pair of older Puma sneakers, with soles
somewhere between the Sambas and *old school*
I use several, but one of my favorites to use are Saucony Bullets. They feel
glovelike on my feet, but probably aren't for folk who prefer stiffer soles.
On Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 11:37:27 AM UTC-5, Leaf Slayer wrote:
> So for years my go to shoes for rambling around with platform pedal
Mike,
I talk a fair bit about the Ra IIs here:
https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/pedals-and-shoes-for-feet-shaped-feet-and-fixed-gear-riding
Since that post, I blew up my steel MKS cages and now using Hold Fast straps on
MKS Allways pedals (except with Sorel boots, which requies a wider platform
On Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 8:41:26 AM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote:
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> VivoBarefoot Ra II.
> https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/mens/everyday/ra-ii-mens?colour=Black
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
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I've seen those before. Hadn't thought about them for cycling. Hmmm.
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On Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 8:45:15 AM UTC-8, John Phillips wrote:
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> I've been wearing iterations of Five Ten's Guide Tennies since they came
> out in the 1980's.
>
> John
>
I just ordered a pair and wasn't too sure about them. REI has them on sale.
Something isn't quite right but maybe I
I've been loving a pair of red wing weekender chukkas, the tread hooks up like
Velcro on VP pedals. To be honest I've been wearing them for just about all
occasions since October. Pricy but should last and they are re-soleable.
Tony
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I use thin gripsters and really like Shimano’s GR-7 shoes. They have great
grippy soles, an ankle collar that keeps dirt out and an elastic band across
the tongue so you can secure your laces. That last feature was an unexpected
delight since I’ve caught laces in pedals and chainrings before r
I've been wearing iterations of Five Ten's Guide Tennies since they came
out in the 1980's.
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I was suffering from hot foot--inflammation of the balls of the feet. I've
had great success with the specialized body geometry insoles with the
metatarsal button.
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I was suffering from hot foot--inflammation of the balls of the feet. I've
had great success with the specialized body geometry insoles with the
metatarsal button.
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I was suffering from hot foot--inflammation of the balls of the feet. I've
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Thanks Michael. I was using Superfeet in my last pair of cycling shoes and
I threw them out with the shoes. I think I'll pick up a pair and give it a
shot.
On Friday, July 20, 2012 6:33:15 PM UTC-7, Michael_S wrote:
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> I use superfeet in my cycling shoes. They work great. I have one pair of
>
That's why I stopped riding clipless - ankles hurt from too much time
in the same position.
Can't say I miss it.
Just put a new pair of Grip Kings on the Sam. Can't wait to try them
out tomorrow.
Jay
On Jul 21, 4:33 am, Michael_S wrote:
> I use superfeet in my cycling shoes. They work great. I
I use superfeet in my cycling shoes. They work great. I have one pair of
the ones that are heated and then molded to your foot that is the best.
Also Specialized sells their Body Geometry pads that can orient your foot
better in your shoe. This may help also. Or you can buy their shoes which
h
Dig dang it. My size 49 feet need stylin vintage shoes too!
On Jan 18, 12:59 pm, Bruce Baker wrote:
> Hey has anyone any experience with these bicycling
> shoes??http://www.quocpham.com/products/index.html
> Bruce
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I bought the dromarti sportivo's about a year ago, they are quite
nice. Maybe too nice. They get some wear on the weekends, but I
usually commute in this fetching style:
http://www.rei.com/product/807721
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> > wow I really like the Tourer model! And the price is reasonable.
>
> > Would I look foppish in these shoes? I can just see the express
I didn't see a price--how much?
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Man those look really nice. A Tan Touring pair please!
best,
JimP
On Jan 18, 1:59 pm, Bruce Baker wrote:
> Hey has anyone any experience with these bicycling
> shoes??http://www.quocpham.com/products/index.html
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Remind me of shoes by http://www.dromarti.com/ that were introduced a
couple of years ago.
Too bad I can't seem to find a place to try them on in the US...
On Jan 18, 2:17 pm, Michael_S wrote:
> wow I really like the Tourer model! And the price is reasonable.
>
> Would I look foppish in these
I have a pair of Reynolds British made shoes. Mine are an older style than
heir current offerings with a sole that is too flexible for long distance
riding in non-platform pedals. Very well crafted. The new ones appear to have
a beefed-up sole. Bear in mind that a UK size 12 is equivalent to
ar's in 49 they want to part with?
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> http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/exustar-srt707-touring-shoes.html
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> I
Anybody have Exustar's in 49 they want to part with?
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On Jan 18, 2011, at 2:17 PM, Michael_S wrote:
> It's amazing that these types of shoes
> http://www.vittoria1976.it/1976series_en.html
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: Shoes
With bike shoes, I (size 13EE) always feel like I'm being told by the
manufacturer, "No, you with big feet are not allowed to ride bicycles with us."
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No. No, we don't. I have to wear steel-toed shoes at work, and have
trouble finding them to fit my size 43 narrow feet. The Vittorias
look perfect to me. Too bad I won't need new cycling shoes for a few
years, there are some nice ones out there these days. Like these:
http://www.dromarti.com/
With bike shoes, I (size 13EE) always feel like I'm being told by the
manufacturer, "No, you with big feet are not allowed to ride bicycles with us."
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>S
Amen, Tim. Baby needs new size 48 shoes here, too...
What is the collective Bigfoot doing for smooth-stiff-soled footing
these days (platform/clips-n-straps) anyhow? I've had to revert to the
dread clicky Shimanos for rides of any real distance recently, after
fatal leather shoe failure...
=- Joe
http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/exustar-srt707-touring-shoes.html
I have a pair of these, and they are not bad -- not wonderful wrt
comfort and fit, but not bad at all for $100, and they look normal.
AND, they are not blowing them out for $45.
Please don't bring back the Vittoria whites!
On Jan 18, 2011, at 2:17 PM, Michael_S wrote:
> It's amazing that these types of shoes
> http://www.vittoria1976.it/1976series_en.html
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> are coming back in style.
To bad none of them are ever made big enough. Don't Italians ever have size
48-50 feet?
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wow I really like the Tourer model! And the price is reasonable.
Would I look foppish in these shoes? I can just see the expression
on my wifes face if I got a pair.
It's amazing that these types of shoes
http://www.vittoria1976.it/1976series_en.html
are coming back in style.
~Mike
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no but they look pretty sweet.
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> shoes??http://www.quocpham.com/products/index.html
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On Nov 15, 7:46 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> Question 'bout clip 'n' strap pedals: one reason I changed back to
> clipless is that, at least on the narrow RX-1 and Wellgo track pedals
> I was using, my feet would migrate sideways and end up rubbing
> (especally my right foot bunion) on the admitte
Good timing as my sneakers are not so pleasant anymore, in many ways.
How do the Harriers run size-wise? Small, large, or about right?
Thanks!
Lee
SF, CA
On Nov 15, 7:04 am, Ginz wrote:
> GolaHarriers in Suede. They are indoor soccer shoes, similar in
> style to the Adidas Samba but with a dura
I'm with the OP Bobby on the Ecco train. I used to wear Ecco
walkathons for years until they stopped making them. I recently
bought a pair of Terranos (by Ecco), and they work perfectly with the
Tioga Surefoot 8s I have on my Bomba commuter. I like a nice, solid,
low profile shoe with a full gr
Tevas, New Balance walking shoes, very rarely dress shoes ( for
church ), Red Wing Western style pull on boots, my rubber "Duck" boots
( you know what these are if you live in Washington State on the wet
side) numerous varieties of whatever sport shoe I happen to wear at
the time.
On Nov 14, 2:45
Ooh. Those look good. Might have to search for them at my local
REI. (Was planning to go there this week anyway and check out long
finger gloves.)
Rode with my slip on "winter" Keens today. Glad to not use retention
as had to get off the pedals quickly a couple of times in rough
snow.
Eric Pl
I ride whatever I have on. I've found that any minor difference in
the feel is more than made up for taking the time to decide which shoe
to wear. So, I don't try to decide and just go ride.
John
On Nov 15, 1:11 pm, William wrote:
> I use some of everything.
>
> Sidi Genius and Speedplay lolli
I use some of everything.
Sidi Genius and Speedplay lollipop pedals. Currently on my gofast. I
like them very much for riding. They are among the worst ever for
putting one's foot down
Shimano treaded road shoes and Shimano Mountain shoes with Old
generation Shimano SPD pedals (2 pairs of 747'
I use the se for mountain biking on my dual suspension. Want to be
firmly engaged to the bike when it's bouncing all over the place or
when struggling to keep pushing on a very steep uphill.
Cannot stand being clipped on the Rivendells and love the ability to
move my foot around and find the sweet
I'll buck the trend... I love my SPD Specialied MTB shoes with the
varus wedge design. Since I found these about 7-8 years ago I've used
nothing else for a serious ride. B4 that I always had inside knee
soreness on long rides.
Around town I use my Chacos sandals.
~Mike~
On Nov 15, 7:46 am, PATRI
Question 'bout clip 'n' strap pedals: one reason I changed back to
clipless is that, at least on the narrow RX-1 and Wellgo track pedals
I was using, my feet would migrate sideways and end up rubbing
(especally my right foot bunion) on the admittedly very straight
up-and-down Cyclotourist and Stron
I agree; I feel insecure without some sort of retention.
Interesting: I went back to clipless (SPD and Look) on my two Rivs,
both fixed gears, and find, even now, after a year, that getting into
the clipless pedals is harder than getting into clips and straps, even
using slotted cleats. (The SPDs
Gola Harriers in Suede. They are indoor soccer shoes, similar in
style to the Adidas Samba but with a durable suede upper and trendy
good looks. :)
They are narrow. So, wider feet need not bother. However, they work
well on the narrowest track pedals and toe clips. Difficult to find
in the USA
My favorite "shoes" for everything including commuting are the Chaco
Flip leather flip flops. Their only shortcoming is the fact that the
strap is made out of a double layer of very thin nubuck, and my first
pair cracked after 2 years of almost no-stop daily use, despite
judicious use of Proofide.
+ another 1 for Keens.
I have the "Commuter" sandal which has a stiff sole and can accept
cleats, though I don't use them. They are great down to about 45 deg
with wool socks, and they are quite a bit narrower than regular Keens,
which is good on the bike, but a bit less good for walking around.
I
Combat boots work well. I've got some older Carolinas, made in the
USA. Summer it is teva and keen sandals. Or anything really.
On Nov 15, 6:05 am, Tom M wrote:
> Chrome Arnhems and Five Ten low-tops. I need stiff soles. My single-
> speed has MKS GR-9 pedals with Velo Orange half clips.
>
> On N
Chrome Arnhems and Five Ten low-tops. I need stiff soles. My single-
speed has MKS GR-9 pedals with Velo Orange half clips.
On Nov 14, 11:16 pm, Fai Mao wrote:
> I ride in cheap sneakers.
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On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 11:43 AM, Jeff, KC MO wrote:
> I have a pair of Axo (?, can't tell for sure from the logo) that I
> bought at a bike swap meet for $10 with stiff soles and no provision
> for SPD. They look like skate shoes but are perhaps the best bike
> shoes I
I had been riding spdr dura ace on sidi carbon shoes .. sold the
shoes with the bike.
Been riding in my tennis shoes and my crocs when it's warm enough.
Still have 3 pair of spd mtn biking shoes...
Haven't been totally won over on the no clip thing yet... but for
around the house it's been great
For me the magic formula has turned out to be the Keen Coronado Cruiser (that's
the bike specific version) for summer and warm weather and I have just
discovered the North Face Snow Sneaker II for cold and wet weather riding.
There's obviously no snow in the Bay Area, but when I start my 16 mile
Asics Ultimate 81s
LL Bean reissued Saddle Shoes
Bostonian Tuscana
Alden medallion tipped oxfords
Clarks Desert boots
iPath Cats
I cycle in all of these nearly every week. Some of my favorites are
the Bostonians in a nice 9.5 wide.
On Nov 14, 10:43 pm, "Jeff, KC MO" wrote:
> I have a pair of A
I have a pair of Axo (?, can't tell for sure from the logo) that I
bought at a bike swap meet for $10 with stiff soles and no provision
for SPD. They look like skate shoes but are perhaps the best bike
shoes I've found yet. I had to cut off nearly a foot of lace from each
shoe and re-tip them with
+1 on the Sidi Touring shoes that Rivendell once sold. The last for
this shoe fits me very well (it is a 47 size), and I'm very happy with
them. I have one additional pair, NIB, in reserve when my present
ones wear out (although these shoes which use the Lorica "leather"
uppers seem to wear fore
Excellent! Thanks!
On Nov 14, 6:33 pm, andrew hill wrote:
> Nope, the bike-specific Keen Coronados i've got are cleat-free (no place to
> attach them).
>
> Keen does make similar shoes with cleat-attachments, and sandals like that
> too, but the bike ones I'm talking about are just less flexy
Nope, the bike-specific Keen Coronados i've got are cleat-free (no place to
attach them).
Keen does make similar shoes with cleat-attachments, and sandals like that too,
but the bike ones I'm talking about are just less flexy in the sole and upper
than the lighter-weight canvas Coronados.
Thanks for the tip on the bike-specific ones... I've thought about the
Coronados but have never tried them on. They'll be next on my try-on
list now. You use the bike-specific ones on Grip Kings? Does their
bike-specificity extend to having cleats? I like the idea of the
stiffer sole but would balk
+1 on Keens.
I've got two pairs of Keen Coronados; one canvas pair, and one "bike" pair
that's heavier material (suede?) with a stiffer sole.
both work fine for cycling on Grip Kings, Sneaker Pedals, etc. and allow my
wide feet plenty of room with the enclosed toe-box.
The bike-specifc ones ar
Ahnu Belgrove shoes.
The toe box isn't bulky, so there aren't any issues fitting into toe
clips and straps. The upper seems tough in a good way.
They feel great walking, and they look good too. This is myif I
could only wear one shoe forever shoe.
On Nov 14, 5:59 pm, Ryan wrote:
> Those S
Those Sidi touring shoes Riv used to sell. When I resurrected my old
Peugeot PX-10 as a single-speed I tried the retentionless pedal thing
with MKS touring style (but narrower) that I tried riding w. trail
runners, my Sidis, but without toe-clips and straps...I know...a bike
you can hop on and ride
Keen, any variety.
I have one nominally waterproof pair, and two other active pairs, and
two "beater" pairs that no longer look right and have lots of wear but
just will not die. They all have big wide toe-boxes and just generally
work well for me (on Grip King pedals and for just walking around).
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