Shoes, mtb, bear traps

With the discussion on discounted lights at Rebel[1] and the mention of
shoes, I thought I'd ask for brand recommendations so I can update my
footwear. The specialised have basically worn out, and the KT26s are
fine for walking and gp use, but too soft in the sole for bike pedals.

As subject say, mtb use (NO cleats), bear trap pedals and straps, wide feet.

TIA.

[1] I visited our new Rebel store last night and went woah. It would
take a year just to work out which brands are good for cycling. Perhaps
that is an indicator that I should go elsewhere, because whilst
everthing else was categorised by activity, the shoes were just shoes.

Terry, make the jump to cleated pedals and shoes. No going back.

Donga

On 24 Nov 2005 18:21:31 -0800, Donga wrote:

Terry, make the jump to cleated pedals and shoes. No going back.

Only if you've done them up too tight and can't undo the laces/straps on
the shoes.

Graeme

Terry Collins wrote:
With the discussion on discounted lights at Rebel[1] and the mention of
shoes, I thought I'd ask for brand recommendations so I can update my
footwear. The specialised have basically worn out, and the KT26s are
fine for walking and gp use, but too soft in the sole for bike pedals.

As subject say, mtb use (NO cleats), bear trap pedals and straps, wide feet.

Seriously, why no cleats? MTB use deoes not preclude their use, and
they are *so* much better than toestraps.

On Fri, 25 Nov 2005 03:41:13 -0800, Bleve wrote:

Seriously, why no cleats? MTB use deoes not preclude their use, and they
are *so* much better than toestraps.

If you've got pedals on several bikes, years of experience, and are doing
a fair bit of walking, I can see it. I prefer being clipped in myself, but
horses for courses.

--
Dave Hughes |
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."

"Terry Collins" wrote in message
...
With the discussion on discounted lights at Rebel[1] and the mention of
shoes, I thought I'd ask for brand recommendations so I can update my
footwear. The specialised have basically worn out, and the KT26s are
fine for walking and gp use, but too soft in the sole for bike pedals.

As subject say, mtb use (NO cleats), bear trap pedals and straps, wide
feet.

TIA.

[1] I visited our new Rebel store last night and went woah. It would
take a year just to work out which brands are good for cycling. Perhaps
that is an indicator that I should go elsewhere, because whilst
everthing else was categorised by activity, the shoes were just shoes.

Mate, cleats, cleats, cleats. Make sure you take some mates with you on
your first few rides - they deserve the joy. Expect a few light (almost
always at zero speed) falls and an elevated status with your gleeful
friends. After that, you'll be tons more efficient than ever possible with
those horrible cages.

Most important - shoes that are properly fitted and which will dry quickly
when (not if) they fill with mud/water.

I know you don't want cleats, but take it from everyone who rides with
them - there is *no* going back. For my money, I use the Time Atac variety.
They never clog and are exactly the same whether you're riding in dust, mud
or heavy rain. Just my opinion.

Cheers,
Dave E (Sydney)

Dave E Wrote:

Mate, cleats, cleats, cleats. Make sure you take some mates with you
on
your first few rides - they deserve the joy. Expect a few light
(almost
always at zero speed) falls and an elevated status with your gleeful
friends. After that, you'll be tons more efficient than ever possible
with
those horrible cages.


Meh. I haven't fallen over yet. Yes, that's taunting the gods but
they're all *******s anyway. Anyone got any copper armour I can borrow?


--
Resound

"Resound" wrote in message
...

Dave E Wrote:

Mate, cleats, cleats, cleats. Make sure you take some mates with you
on
your first few rides - they deserve the joy. Expect a few light
(almost
always at zero speed) falls and an elevated status with your gleeful
friends. After that, you'll be tons more efficient than ever possible
with
those horrible cages.


Meh. I haven't fallen over yet. Yes, that's taunting the gods but
they're all *******s anyway. Anyone got any copper armour I can borrow?

Got them yesterday? Go on - you deserve it. Languish in the grips of
gravity. If not for yourself, do it for your buddies. Hehe

I'm off for a 5 hour mud session tomorrow morning and will be probably
cursing my cleats from time to time. Can't wait! :-)

Cheers,
Dave E (Sydney)

Dave E Wrote:

Meh. I haven't fallen over yet. Yes, that's taunting the gods but
they're all *******s anyway. Anyone got any copper armour I can
borrow?

Got them yesterday? Go on - you deserve it. Languish in the grips of
gravity. If not for yourself, do it for your buddies. Hehe

I'm off for a 5 hour mud session tomorrow morning and will be probably
cursing my cleats from time to time. Can't wait! :-)

Cheers,
Dave E (Sydney)[/color]

More than a month ago. I haven't been playing in the mud though as
they're on road bikes (OCR3 and the fixie) even though they're MTB
pedals and shoes.


--
Resound

Bleve wrote:
Terry Collins wrote:

With the discussion on discounted lights at Rebel[1] and the mention of
shoes, I thought I'd ask for brand recommendations so I can update my
footwear. The specialised have basically worn out, and the KT26s are
fine for walking and gp use, but too soft in the sole for bike pedals.

As subject say, mtb use (NO cleats), bear trap pedals and straps, wide feet.


Seriously, why no cleats?

40+ years of quack quack feet!
I can fall off the bike and crack my knees enough now, without having to
remember that I no longer have straps and need to use another action to
disengage.

Actually, that is fall over without getting my feet out in time now.

Okay, I guess everyone here rides with cleats.



MTB use deoes not preclude their use, and
they are *so* much better than toestraps.

I have toe straps, but they don't get used that much.