Shepherd Posted January 31, 2014 Share Hi Hubbers... Looking at getting a new pair or shoes this weekend and not sure what to buy.. what can you recommend and why? I am looking at these? Specialized MTB Sport.... http://www.specialized.com/za/en/ftr/shoes/mtb-shoes/sport-mtb Otherwise had the Deadora (Not sure on model but not too expensive) before, about 4 years old now and the soles are a bit too flexible now and soft... also they have also always made my front part of the foot go numb sometimes..... Anywho looking forward to the feedback. Kind Regards,Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudi Pollard Posted January 31, 2014 Share The spez shoes are very good!!! M L and North Shore 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shepherd Posted January 31, 2014 Share even these entry level range or shoes? M L 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyluis Posted January 31, 2014 Share Whats your price range? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leona Posted January 31, 2014 Share everyone can tell you what shoes they wear but that is going to be what works for them.. you need to buy the shoes that fit you best regardless of what works for anyone else.. flyluis 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grebel Posted January 31, 2014 Share I haven't heard any complaints from any Spez shoe owners. I have a standby pair of Diadora Geckos and I must say that I like them. Very comfy but they are a bit flexible (I tend walk a bit when I used to do the marathon type events....It's a side effect of being unfit and overweight) Don't think you can go wrong TBH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen Posted January 31, 2014 Share I am actually glad this tread popped up. I dont intend on buying new shoes now but it will be interesting to hear what the guys are saying. I have a pair of Specialized.. the carbon one. (Got at huge discount year end sale on the unpopular sizes) I do find them a bit narrow though so I don't tighten then too tight.. . So would like to hear what else the guys are using. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shepherd Posted January 31, 2014 Share Shot guys!! I hear what you are saying, each to their own... Always good to get feedback though. The price range I would say 1000-1500 ish? most expensive shoes I had bought for MTB... I heard the carbon great for transferring most of the power to the stroke, however a nightmare to walk you bike over portage sections with rocks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jacques Posted January 31, 2014 Share Hey Shephard Can say that i have had the oppertunity to ride the Specialized Sport , then bought the Suplest carbon-sole(Swiss brand @ CWCycles) and now went back to Specialized Comp carbon version and they are the Bomb! It is merely my experience and i can highly recommend the Specialized brand for comfort and feel. Then again, most of the top brands produce great product these days. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Sywurm Posted January 31, 2014 Share I use cheap Olympic shoes and my friend uses Maxed (Mr Price Sport) shoes. They're both cheap and after almost 2 years, no problems, and they can probably go another 2 years, or even more. BSG and Guardian 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyluis Posted January 31, 2014 Share i'm with just jacques on this one. been riding with suplest for over a year and the still look new! http://www.cwcycles.co.za/product/suplest-crosscountry-velcro-carbon-2013-blklime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Sywurm Posted January 31, 2014 Share I heard the carbon great for transferring most of the power to the stroke, however a nightmare to walk you bike over portage sections with rocks... If I have to choose shoes, I would buy a pair that would last when walking with them... Edited January 31, 2014 by Super Sywurm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canfan Posted January 31, 2014 Share even these entry level range or shoes?I have a pair of these that I use mostly as training shoes these days. They have lasted incredibly well. I have had mine for close on 4 years now. Ok they are really coming towards the end of their life span now, but for me, there is nothing that can touch them in that price range. Great shoes and extremely comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kees21 Posted January 31, 2014 Share I have a pair of these: http://www.louisgarneau.com/in-en/product/305569/1487165/MTB/MONTE_MTB_SHOES#third Very comfy and reliable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meentb Posted January 31, 2014 Share Ive had spez shoes from the day the first launched. I absolutely love them. But I might be a bit biased G e r h a r d Odendaal and ddj 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underachiever Posted January 31, 2014 Share The spez shoes are very good!!!+1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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