Best shoes

[Mk3]

Originally Posted by strobelite

talk to tani at the path, ive never met him, but he helps all the str riders sown south.

Yeah Tani's way cool. I stop by there every once in while just to pester with questions and in hope some MTB skill endows me through osmosis.

I've checked out his shoes a few times but never has what I'm looking for. I know I can order whatever I want but I really want to try them on first. That's why I refuse to order online.

[hoovermd]

I've got a fat foot so I'm partial to the SIDI Dominator 5 Mega since it comes in a wide. Also, most all the parts are replaceable.

It is pretty pricey but I'm happy with mine.
Some complain that the sole is too stiff for walking but I try not to do that too much

[sdyeti]

I love the Specialized shoes for fit (I have wide feet) but they are too destructible. I am on my 2nd pair in 2 years and they are toast. This weekend, I also saw that Epicriderat and Man blong Gaua have rips in the shoes exactly where mine have it...the inside of the heel area is shredding and the mesh is ripped.

I am going to be looking into a pair of Sidi (in mega width). They will hold up a lot better even though they cost more. I could've bought 1 pair of Sidi for what I have spent so far on Spec. Just my .02

[mntbiker12]

Originally Posted by sdyeti

I love the Specialized shoes for fit (I have wide feet) but they are too destructible. I am on my 2nd pair in 2 years and they are toast. This weekend, I also saw that Epicriderat and Man blong Gaua have rips in the shoes exactly where mine have it...

I am going to be looking into a pair of Sidi (in mega width). They will hold up a lot better even though they cost more. I could've bought 1 pair of Sidi for what I have spent so far on Spec. Just my .02

I was going to say take a look at Specialized shoes. My pair of their Body Glove shoe has held up for over 3 years of hard riding. I've since retired them and have gone through 3 pairs of other brands trying to find that same fit and comfort. I'm going back to the Big S - for shoes anyways. The recent MBA has a review of a 3/4 top version of the Specy shoe. Looks nice.

[sdyeti]

^^I dunno...maybe I'm too hard on them, but both pairs have disintegrated within (or in less than) a year.

[mntbiker12]

^^I guess you actually ride your bike, my Turner just sits on my couch mainly

The BGs I had were there top of the line model, so maybe only their high end shoes have any durability. This is the one I'm currently eyeing:

[sdyeti]

^^Looks like those are more durable...

the ones I have are covered in mesh in the toe area...now there is a huge hole on one side where it ripped open!

So, I'd say, no mesh = a good thing

[thephat]

Originally Posted by Mk3

Yeah Tani's way cool. I stop by there every once in while just to pester with questions and in hope some MTB skill endows me through osmosis.

I've checked out his shoes a few times but never has what I'm looking for. I know I can order whatever I want but I really want to try them on first. That's why I refuse to order online.

Thanks for saying I'm cool, but now you have no cred.

How do you feel about the Adidas shoes like the Minret and the El Moro? Have you tried on the Shimano MP66 shoes? How about the Specialized Tahoe?

We will order shoes just for you to try on. That is one of our plays for sure.

[onlyontwo]

I have the same problem as Stef. My Big S shoes are ripped on both feet where the toebox mesh is. I also smashed a buckle at Chiquito with Marshall Willanholly this last weekend. That was fun trying to get the shoe off They have been comfy and realiable shoes though.

Cheers, Andy

[thephat]

Specialized has a pretty good waranty. How old are all of these shoes that are comming apart?

Sidis last a long time, but they take some braking in to be comfy for me. I do not fee that the Sidi shoes provide good toe protection, and they do not hike real well. All items have drawbacks...

Those Spec trail 120 shoes are not durable. The 110s may be better.

[Piranha]

I really like my Adidas El Moro's. They're stiff, have good traction for HIB's & they're very comfortable.



Also like the Specialized 110's

[Pho'dUp]

Originally Posted by sdyeti

^^Looks like those are more durable...

the ones I have are covered in mesh in the toe area...now there is a huge hole on one side where it ripped open!

So, I'd say, no mesh = a good thing

I LOVE Specialized shoes. I had some of the older suede type "sports" and those things have lasted me over 5 years.

I got the newer ones that are leather and mesh. Been riding them for 2 years now. The fit is great, no problems with the soles. But I just noticed I just punched a hole through the mesh right where my pinky toe is. Other wise the shoes are great, they just need to put leather right there around the toe.

I'm just going to put some duct tape on it.

Mega Sidi Dominators maybe next time, but I need to absolutely kill my Specialized shoes first. Which I think could take awhile except for the little hole in the mesh.

[BrewMaster]

Good topic. I need some new shoes as my cheapo Answer Impacts are pretty shredded after 9 months. They aren't that comfy either now that they have been worn in.

I want a shoe that is comfy and lasts a while without laces. I would rather spend more for comfort than going cheap. I have learned my lesson.

[L8 APEKS]

I've had my Specialized shoes for about 8 years now!!!

Not sure what model they are...they are tan/green, and resemble a low-top hiking shoe/tennis shoe cross. Lace-up only.

I have nothing to compare them to...but they are wide (I have wide feet) and they have lasted 8 years so far!

[thephat]

Originally Posted by L8 APEKS

I've had my Specialized shoes for about 8 years now!!!

Not sure what model they are...they are tan/green, and resemble a low-top hiking shoe/tennis shoe cross. Lace-up only.

I have nothing to compare them to...but they are wide (I have wide feet) and they have lasted 8 years so far!

I know the ones you are talking about. Those were great. They don't make em like that anymore. We got a bunch when Specialized was liquidating them, and had them around for years.

[Mk3]

Originally Posted by thephat

Thanks for saying I'm cool, but now you have no cred.

How do you feel about the Adidas shoes like the Minret and the El Moro? Have you tried on the Shimano MP66 shoes? How about the Specialized Tahoe?

We will order shoes just for you to try on. That is one of our plays for sure.

Yeah those El Moro's caught my attention. Can you get a 13 for me to try? Now that I think about it the mp66 are cool too.

[mntbiker12]

Does the Path carry the Specialized 110s? If so, will you do mail order? I'm having a hard time finding these.

[Mk3]

Ended up with the Shimano SH-MP66.

Good call Tani, you're right, they're way comfortable. Thanks!

[KeepsWhatHappens]

Sidi Dominators are the way to go for SPD compatible shoes. Look around on your next ride...about 50-75% of people are wearing them...for good reason. They work and they are comfortable.

[Pickettt]

Originally Posted by KeepsWhatHappens

Sidi Dominators are the way to go for SPD compatible shoes. Look around on your next ride...about 50-75% of people are wearing them...for good reason. They work and they are comfortable.

Because Dragons are too expensive?