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New shoes
Oct 1, 2015 14:54:20 GMT
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Post by bigal on Oct 1, 2015 14:54:20 GMT
I don't normally ask these sort of questions but here goes.
I am after a new pair of clip less shoes. I have had a pair of Shimano shoes for the last 4 years and they are finally starting to come apart.
I would like a pair that are more along the lines of a free riding shoes.
Are the 5 tens the only shoe of this type or are there others that you kind people would recommend?
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Post by marsbarman on Oct 1, 2015 14:55:26 GMT
Specialized 2FO. Seriously the best clipless shoe I've had. Looks like a flat shoe.
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Post by typer on Oct 1, 2015 15:14:53 GMT
Al, what size feet are you? I have some Five Ten Maltese Falcon (with shimano cleats) in a size 8 if you want to give them a go. They are too narrow on my feet and give me numb toes. I bought them in august when I was up in GT with Tony and have only worn them once  |
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Post by bigal on Oct 1, 2015 15:16:53 GMT
Al, what size feet are you? I have some Five Ten Maltese Falcon (with shimano cleats) in a size 8 if you want to give them a go. They are too narrow on my feet and give me numb toes. I bought them in august when I was up in GT with Tony and have only worn them once Unfortunately I am a size 9 or would have given them a try. Thanks |
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Post by typer on Oct 1, 2015 15:19:28 GMT
Not to worry, it was worth a try  Have a look at the 661 filter shoes by the way, pretty cheap and very comfortable. |
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Post by marsbarman on Oct 1, 2015 18:22:27 GMT
The spesh has to be a contender. Gets great reviews. My next shoe for sure. They really are great. Not sure how the flats are, but they get 10/10 for me because they make a size UK13. Look at it this way, Curtis Keene used them in the EWS, Aaron Gwin used them in the DH WC. Versatile as fook! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2015 18:51:54 GMT
I bought the Teva Links version of a clipless show and they are great - also look like a flat shoe and have this great feature where you can adjust the shoe position on the pedals while you ain't wearing them! works really well too. Shame I have gone off SPD type riding - I only used them 3 times. These are the ones I got - at that great price too, real comfortable for a clipless shoe. Teva Pivot |
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New shoes
Oct 1, 2015 18:52:07 GMT
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Post by kirky72 on Oct 1, 2015 18:52:07 GMT
The flats are supposed to be too stiff so that you cant feel the pedal. That's the negative feedback however to me it sounds like the positive is that you can get the power down.
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New shoes
Oct 1, 2015 18:54:22 GMT
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Post by kirky72 on Oct 1, 2015 18:54:22 GMT
I've had a pair of the shimano a41 which look a bit special but the large wrap area gives them a degree of water resistance. The grip and power transfer is fantastic. Also very comfortable and okay to walk in.
There's a new version out now.
If I was getting new shoes they would be the free rider vxi or the new version which is contact.
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Post by bigal on Oct 3, 2015 16:52:23 GMT
Pair of 2FO's purchased and ready for a ride tomorrow.
They feel good on and I am looking forward to riding in them.
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Post by bigal on Oct 3, 2015 19:26:34 GMT
 They also come with black laces, but i prefer the red as I have a red bike. lol |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2015 9:36:36 GMT
They do look good. When my Teva's finally give up the ghost these will be my next ones methinks (flattie version though)
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Post by hodgy on Oct 4, 2015 10:39:48 GMT
Have they any grip at all on the sole ( as in tread ) ?
That' s the only thing that puts me off that style of shoe as it has been known for me to push my bike up steep gnarly stuff ..and I just think that I'd end up walking like spotty dog off the Woodentops ( I'll find some footage in a mo ...for younger readers of this post who may not have a clue what I'm on about )
Right up there in the style stakes though ...
Spotty dog makes his appearance around 6:30...for those who aren't totally riveted by the action leading up to him ( but for the life of me I can't think why you wouldn't be ...
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Post by bigal on Oct 4, 2015 18:02:03 GMT
Worn for the first time this afternoon. While riding they felt really good. I didn't know I was wearing them.
Did a bit walking around while sessioning a trail feature and the only thing I did notice was that they were a little nippy on left outer ankle bones. small price to pay.
Grip felt OK wasn't slipping around.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2015 18:08:06 GMT
Al, sorry - but you've managed to make them sound a bit...Meh.....  |
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Post by bigal on Oct 4, 2015 18:41:17 GMT
Didn't mean too. I like them. very comfy when riding and that's the main thing. try not to do a lot of walking.
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Post by hodgy on Oct 4, 2015 18:51:53 GMT
I think he was just joshing ..but you have just answered why I won't get a pair ...most of the riding I do is away from trail centres and walking forms part it ..I would most probably face plant in those ...but if it was on looks alone ..yeah baby yeah !
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Post by step on Oct 4, 2015 21:34:54 GMT
Those 2FO's do look good, couldn't do clipped id kill meself! Still hunting out options on mid or high tops seems only Five Ten make them now  |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 5, 2015 6:45:06 GMT
There are still some mid Tevas knocking about if you are lucky. I was only joking Al - I'd already seen the F20's on a spesh stand at Cannock and have already made up my mind they'll be my next shoes - they do a flat pedal version too.
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Post by Marmite on Oct 9, 2015 18:34:51 GMT
I bought the Teva Links version of a clipless show and they are great - also look like a flat shoe and have this great feature where you can adjust the shoe position on the pedals while you ain't wearing them! works really well too. Shame I have gone off SPD type riding - I only used them 3 times. These are the ones I got - at that great price too, real comfortable for a clipless shoe. Teva PivotAnd you laughed at my five tens how very dare you    |
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Post by Marmite on Oct 9, 2015 18:35:30 GMT
They also come with black laces, but i prefer the red as I have a red bike. lol Got to say they look on par with my five tens very nice .. |
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