JPW1970 Posted February 3, 2015 Share Hi everyone.I would really appreciate some advice regarding mtb shoes for flat pedals.I recently purchased a pair of Shimano Saint pedals , which are really nice.the trouble is finding good shoes.I know the hype around the 5/10`s are maybe justified , but at the price , a little out of reach for a single dad.Can anyone recommend an alternative local brand of shoes that will at least serve me decently.thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted February 3, 2015 Share http://www.hi-tec.com/uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/f/i/figaro_blkgryyolk_o002329_021_5.jpghttp://www.hi-tec.com/uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/F/0/F000586_041%204.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grebel Posted February 3, 2015 Share What size shoe are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolipoli Posted February 3, 2015 Share Hi JPW, 5-10s are awesome, and I love mine. BUT I rode with normal skateboarding takkies for a long time until I could afford "real" shoes. I used them for everything up to DH and they were fine. They were not even expensive takkies - I bought them at the China Mart in JHB for about R200. Of course a 5-10 shoe is going to grip better and probably last longer, and they do have a stiffer sole which would make a difference to your comfort, but you can be sure that unless you have ridden 5-10s you won't know the difference. Dan Dob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 3, 2015 Share I'm in the same boat at the moment... Many threads about this though that have sprung some handy advice... https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/147007-cycling-shoe/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 3, 2015 Share I very friendly hubber has loaned me a pair of flats that I fitted to my bike last night and testing later with a pair of DC shoes I have lying about. The sole is like the below.. Riding around a bit last night felt ok, but only a trail will give the best test results... http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/hypebeast-wordpress/image/2009/05/uxa-dc-shoes-big-apple-ryan-smith-2.jpg C.H 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droenn Posted February 3, 2015 Share I wear skate shoes/flats a lot of the time anyway. When I've ridden my MTB into work they have still gripped really well on the saints. I think any skate shoe will do really, its just 5-10s are built a bit tougher and have reinforced heels etc to last longer than normal shoes. Raydek and Dan Dob 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 3, 2015 Share I wear skate shoes/flats a lot of the time anyway. When I've ridden my MTB into work they have still gripped really well on the saints. I think any skate shoe will do really, its just 5-10s are built a bit tougher and have reinforced heels etc to last longer than normal shoes. Cool.. Are the 5-10's also a bit stiffer in the sole to distribute pressure a bit?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 3, 2015 Share Cool.. Are the 5-10's also a bit stiffer in the sole to distribute pressure a bit??To a degree, yes. Though the skate shoes I know of are also fairly stiff. Raydek 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droenn Posted February 3, 2015 Share Yeah, they are a bit stiffer sole too - but if you have saints or other decent flats, you've got a nice wide platform anyway, so your foot well supported. Raydek and Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted February 3, 2015 Share Yeah, they are a bit stiffer sole too - but if you have saints or other decent flats, you've got a nice wide platform anyway, so your foot well supported. Was loaned a set of the below, or very similar, so should be cool.. Will report back after my ride later.. http://www.ridebosh.com/images/large/209_450_094228.jpg Edited February 3, 2015 by Raydek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenGraham Posted February 3, 2015 Share I wear Vans like these http://www.yyshoes.com/vans-footwear-mens-106-high-top-classic-skater-black-white-p-4644/bought them at tekkie town. I'm now on my second pair but they seem to do okay. They've got a very flexible sole but I have fairly strong feet and it doesn't seem to bug me. The waffle sole grips well enough on saints. I have no experience with better shoes so I can't really say much in that regard but moving from trail running shoes to these was a revelation in terms of grip. I constantly get questions from my clipless friends as to how I stay on my pedals. Raydek 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l4y3rcake Posted February 3, 2015 Share Get a pair of Etnies from Tekkie Town. Wont set you back more than R400. They also sell Vans but from what I saw the last time I was in the shop the Vans were slightly more expensive. I have a pair of Fila sneakers that i use when I'm on my BMX and I have no problem with grip. nonky and Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piston ZA Posted February 3, 2015 Share Also discussed here: https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/143140-flat-pedal-shoes-other-than-five-ten/?hl=%20flat%20%20shoes I've just bought the Hi-Tec Figaros (R400 at Tekkie Town). Haven't tried them out yet, so can't comment on how good they are, but apparently they work well with a good set of flats. Raydek 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cycling_Savings Posted February 3, 2015 Share I'm selling some casual shoes that are great for flat pedals. They also have the option of adding in cleats at the bottom for incase you do get cleated pedals. They've got reinforced soles so that you don't lose so much power when pedalling, and come in either laces or quick release system. Prices are from R550 - R750 for new, never used. Let me know if you interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 3, 2015 Share I'm selling some casual shoes that are great for flat pedals. They also have the option of adding in cleats at the bottom for incase you do get cleated pedals. They've got reinforced soles so that you don't lose so much power when pedalling, and come in either laces or quick release system. Prices are from R550 - R750 for new, never used. Let me know if you interested.What is the sole made up of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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