SPD shoes where the cleats don't grind when you walk??
AndyOgy
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I have several bikes, all with different pedal arrangements; flats, toe clips, SPD's etc. My favourite arrangement, by far, is bog standard M520 SPD pedal. However, I don't want to have to take a spare pair of shoes with me when I'm going to work (or wherever) so I just wondered if any of you have come across any Shimano shoes where the cleat is recessed enough that they can be walked in, without the cleat grinding on the floor? To be able to walk in them comfortably would be an even bigger bonus.
I'm ideally looking for a Shimano branded shoe for reasons other than compatibility. Any suggestions?
I'm ideally looking for a Shimano branded shoe for reasons other than compatibility. Any suggestions?
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Shimano MT71--
Chris
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Ive got Shimano MT42.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?PartnerID=79&ModelID=46681
No problem at all to walk in them.FCN 7: Dawes Galaxy Ultra 2012 - sofa-like comfort to eat up the miles
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I can walk comfortably in my Lidl MTB specials. The cleat is nice and flush with the grip but obviously as you walk the sole flexes slightly at the ball and protrudes the cleat. It does grind slightly while walking but I'm confident I could walk a fair distance in them happily.Ribble Stealth/SRAM Force
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iclestu wrote:Ive got Shimano MT42.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?PartnerID=79&ModelID=46681
No problem at all to walk in them.
+1 no problem in the winter on the salted pavements across the olympic parkVeni Vidi cyclo I came I saw I cycled0 -
Sorry about the Ev*ns link but this could be the sort of thing you're looking for. They look more roadie than trainer-y but the sole is designed to cover the cleat when walking.
I've got Scott shoes of a similar design although I can't find a link at this late hour. You still clunk around due to the rigid sole but the cleat is recessed so that's not such an issue.
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/mav ... e-ec0183320 -
Thanks for all the replies. I've currently got the Shimano MT42's and a pair of the Lidl specials but both of them grind when walking on tarmac, concrete etc. Funnily enough, the Lidl ones don't grind as much as the Shimano ones.
Although I was after Shimano branded shoes, the Specialized ones look like they might do the trick. It'd be nice to have something that just looks like a regular pair of trainers when off the bike.0 -
Spesh Tahoe - no grind, my Daughter has some Diadora, likewise.
SimonCurrently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0 -
AndyOgy wrote:I've currently got the Shimano MT42's... ... grind when walking on tarmac, concrete etc.
no chance there is something faulty there? Mine's give me no trouble at all unless I stand on a stone right at the cleat or catch it on some kind of kerb corner.....FCN 7: Dawes Galaxy Ultra 2012 - sofa-like comfort to eat up the miles
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AM45s don't grind. Love mine to bits.
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The Beginner wrote:Spesh Tahoe - no grind,
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itboffin wrote:Spesh BG MTB - best fitting shoes i've used. Dare I say even better than my Sidi's
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I have some "normal" looking shoes (a bit like this http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-mt33-spd-leisure-shoes/) with SPD cleats on them, but I never use them. They're pretty heavy, and they're very stiff, so they're a bit rubbish for riding, and uncomfortable to walk on.0 -
The Shimano MT71, which I have, have a Virbram sole which you normally find in walking boots.... Very good shoe if you want to cycle and walk.
http://cycle.shimano-eu.com/publish/con ... ntain.html
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http://www.vibram.com/index.php/us/SPOR ... /MT91-Sole--
Chris
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Shimano SPD sandals0
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Spesh Sonoma. Super comfy but a bit of grind0