What spd shoes do you use?

little wiser

Hi as title says really what spd shoes do you use, i use dhb ones they are good but not much grip when running (while racing) but other wise have been good.
Been thinking of getting something else but thought i would ask what you all use and find good or bad .

Atz

Specialized BG Comp here... they're comfy enough and have lasted a couple of years. No problems at all. I also have a pair of Shimano DX as well but I mostly use those for flats and rarely shove the spds on them.

clwydian_rider92

I have the Shimano M182N, got them dead cheap off CycleStore. Tehy're quite for walking in boggy conditions as they have the studs up front. However I doubt they'll be anygood for running as theyve got quite a stiff sole for max power input into the pedals.

joshtp

Mp66's (the DX ones) very,very good.

tlw1

bontrager - not good, either too tight or too loose!

richen

i use gearne and they are fantastic

RealMan

Specialized bg pros or something. Ratchet and carbon sole. Best shoes out there imo, and lots would agree.

njee20

Northwave Celcius in winter, which are alright, not particularly great shoes, but warm.

Spesh S-Works in summer, which are great, but I think I'd get the Pros if buying again.

supersonic

SPDs? Pah! I spit on your feet!

Eranu

I use Bontragers with no fitting issues at all

SPDs? Pah! I spit on your feet!

Bring your mouth closer you can taste my cleats

mkf

i'v used several spech, shimano, gearne but the ones i took a chance on were from lidl for £16 they are great

redvee

Cobblers to the lot of you

2 pairs of Lidl/Aldi specials
1 pair of under used Lake winter boots which had an airing today
1 pair of Lake MX85 MTB Shoes on their way from Portsmouth with some Haribos hopefully

Eranu

1 pair of Lake MX85 MTB Shoes on their way from Portsmouth with some Haribos hopefully

I ninja'd your Haribo

redvee

Eranu wrote:

1 pair of Lake MX85 MTB Shoes on their way from Portsmouth with some Haribos hopefully

I ninja'd your Haribo

I also get my Haribos from Bill's shop in Bristol, much cheaper than spending money on bike stuff in the hope they haven't eaten themselves.

little wiser

supersonic wrote:

SPDs? Pah! I spit on your feet!

I know times are hard but have you took to shining shoes then

delcol

five tens all the way...

3 pairs of lake shoes
1 pair of diadora chillie extreme.

joec1

Spec Taho's

llamafarmer

Spesh BG Comp - I love the ratchet system!

homers_double

Spesh Taho MTB shoe.

They're ok but not so good for winter riding, too many mesh panels.

stu8975

Currently using Spesh BG Comps..previous Shimano.

The Spiderman

Spesh BG Sport.

redvee

Eranu wrote:

1 pair of Lake MX85 MTB Shoes on their way from Portsmouth with some Haribos hopefully

I ninja'd your Haribo

FAIL! Haribos arrived with the free shoes today

little wiser

The spesh ones seem to be what everyone rates whats the fit like in genral i;e i take a size 43 in shimano road shoes and in dhb mtb shoes would like to get best price which would prob mean intenet :oops: , allthough local bike shop is a specialized dealer .

PaulBarman

Northwave Lizzard for summer
Northwave Celcius GTX for winter

I've got wide feet with high arches and find them very comfortable

Fridge-Seal

Atz wrote:

Specialized BG Comp here... they're comfy enough and have lasted a couple of years. No problems at all. I also have a pair of Shimano DX as well but I mostly use those for flats and rarely shove the spds on them.

+1 for the Specialized, I know I have the BG one's, but as to what level, I would have no idea, as unfortunately, they don't have it written on them...apart from that they're a fantastic shoe: light, comfortable, stiff, fairly gripping when running (haven't tested them out in mud yet. Because it's summer in Australia at the moment, and we don't usually get much rain anyway :P

ashleymp777

I went mental last week and spoilt myself - after 4yrs with my Spesh BG Comps (which were absolutely fantastic by the way!), I bought a pair of SIDI Dragon SRS carbon 2 shoes from Cyclesurgery, and I have to say you certainly know why they're worth a bit more money! My god, they fitted like a glove and were just lovely to ride with.

MacAndCheese

Another Spesh BG user..just the slightly cheaper Velcro ones though...very good for fair weather, very well ventilated...which is great in the summer, but translates as "lets lots of water in" in the winter if you don't use over shoes. I also have a Vans Warner SPDS...Not as "racey" but work really well with Shimano DX SPD pedals..and are more comfortable to walk in ( I use them on my AM bike so often pushing up sections, drop-offs etc.)

Surf-Matt

Spesh Tahos (with BG) - not very waterproof but with Sealskinz, who cares? Comfy, grippy and don't look too "special needs" like many cycle shoes.

*AL*

Yet another Spesh BG user.

I have Tahoe's when I'm faffing around with the family, and some of their excellent Mountain Pro carbon soles for when I'm trying to be a little more serious.

deejay.

Thinking of going for some Shimano M086 - look comfy and decent enough for 3 season riding. Will try some on this week. You can run studs up-front on these too.

AlteredCarbon

Shimano M122N - the silver and black 'uns not the crazy blue versions 8)