Which Road Shoe Cover/Bootie?
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Which Road Shoe Cover/Bootie?
I am looking for a shoe cover/bootie that can get me into the 20's F for 2+ hours riding time. I have a couple of pair of insulated covers and wool socks, that an hour into a ride, my feet are numb from the cold. I have two bikes I ride with spd-sl pedals that I will use until the temps get to 20 or so. I then switch the pedals on one bike to spiked platforms with a winter shoe combo for those snow, ice, or below 20 temp rides.
I would consider a dedicated winter road shoe but for the few times a season they would be used, I can't justify the price.
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I would consider a dedicated winter road shoe but for the few times a season they would be used, I can't justify the price.
TIA
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Have a look at Grip Grab.
https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/road-shoe-covers
You might be interested in the Arctic or Arctic High-Vis.
I'm using the lighter Race Thermo version down to the high 20's with no cold feet. If the temps go lower then I'll use chemical warmers.
The are not available through US retailers but can be ordered through Wiggle. Size up.
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https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/road-shoe-covers
You might be interested in the Arctic or Arctic High-Vis.
I'm using the lighter Race Thermo version down to the high 20's with no cold feet. If the temps go lower then I'll use chemical warmers.
The are not available through US retailers but can be ordered through Wiggle. Size up.
-Tim-
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Have a look at Grip Grab.
https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/road-shoe-covers
You might be interested in the Arctic or Arctic High-Vis.
I'm using the lighter Race Thermo version down to the high 20's with no cold feet. If the temps go lower then I'll use chemical warmers.
The are not available through US retailers but can be ordered through Wiggle. Size up.
-Tim-
https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/road-shoe-covers
You might be interested in the Arctic or Arctic High-Vis.
I'm using the lighter Race Thermo version down to the high 20's with no cold feet. If the temps go lower then I'll use chemical warmers.
The are not available through US retailers but can be ordered through Wiggle. Size up.
-Tim-
They look promising, only concern I have, without some type of closure how difficult are they to pull on over your shoes?
I watched the video, they look easy enough to pull on, though I am dealing with arthritis in both hands.
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I would just buy a winter shoe and use a cover then you can just worry less and be warm its just money , i dont mind a few measly hundred bucks for shoes im going to use to stay on the bike .
But the cheapest option i use is two large wool socks 80% wool size 12 plus . cut a hole out for my cleat and glue emergency blanket strips in between the socks . i use a fishing line to sew the hole edges together for a clean look . cost so far is 8 bucks . but they are not waterproof yet . i do have a roll of duck tape to make them , and i plan on cuttin the backs open to install a zipper or velcro for faster on and off. But if it is raining and below 40 id just stay indoors get a better work out in the basement safe and dry.
But the cheapest option i use is two large wool socks 80% wool size 12 plus . cut a hole out for my cleat and glue emergency blanket strips in between the socks . i use a fishing line to sew the hole edges together for a clean look . cost so far is 8 bucks . but they are not waterproof yet . i do have a roll of duck tape to make them , and i plan on cuttin the backs open to install a zipper or velcro for faster on and off. But if it is raining and below 40 id just stay indoors get a better work out in the basement safe and dry.
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I am looking for a shoe cover/bootie that can get me into the 20's F for 2+ hours riding time. I have a couple of pair of insulated covers and wool socks, that an hour into a ride, my feet are numb from the cold.
I have two bikes I ride with spd-sl pedals that I will use until the temps get to 20 or so. I then switch the pedals on one bike to spiked platforms with a winter shoe combo for those snow, ice, or below 20 temp rides.
I would consider a dedicated winter road shoe but for the few times a season they would be used, I can't justify the price.
TIA
I have two bikes I ride with spd-sl pedals that I will use until the temps get to 20 or so. I then switch the pedals on one bike to spiked platforms with a winter shoe combo for those snow, ice, or below 20 temp rides.
I would consider a dedicated winter road shoe but for the few times a season they would be used, I can't justify the price.
TIA
Besides two layers of thin and thick socks, I use neoprene booties with openings for cleats, and wrap around Goretex shoe covers with open soles (available at Belmont Wheelworks). I might use plastic bags inside the shoes as well.
I distinguish "booties" (tight fitting neoprene shoe covers with an open sole for clip-ons) from this wrap-around Goretex "shoe cover," with an open sole secured by elastic straps. I find they provide good rain cover, especially over booties, as well as windscreen.
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IMO, any of the higher-quality neoprene overshoes will probably do the trick. You might have a look at Wiggle; there are quite a few options available at a reasonable price. I'm using SealSkinz with thick wool socks and road shoes and doing well into the 20s for 2 hours.
I have yet to try chemical warmers, but they might be a good idea - this time of year in Wisconsin, you can get a huge handful of them at the grocery store for like $5.
Someday I might invest in winter cycling boots (and the corresponding SPD pedal system that I'll need), but it's hard to justify, especially when that investment is halfway to an entry-level fatbike.
I have yet to try chemical warmers, but they might be a good idea - this time of year in Wisconsin, you can get a huge handful of them at the grocery store for like $5.
Someday I might invest in winter cycling boots (and the corresponding SPD pedal system that I'll need), but it's hard to justify, especially when that investment is halfway to an entry-level fatbike.
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I am looking for a shoe cover/bootie that can get me into the 20's F for 2+ hours riding time. I have a couple of pair of insulated covers and wool socks, that an hour into a ride, my feet are numb from the cold. I have two bikes I ride with spd-sl pedals that I will use until the temps get to 20 or so. I then switch the pedals on one bike to spiked platforms with a winter shoe combo for those snow, ice, or below 20 temp rides.
I would consider a dedicated winter road shoe but for the few times a season they would be used, I can't justify the price.
TIA
I would consider a dedicated winter road shoe but for the few times a season they would be used, I can't justify the price.
TIA
I would also suggest a larger size shoe for winter riding. Those wool socks are thicker and a close fitting summer shoe is just going to cut off circulation.
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Any old neoprene will do but what sets different shoe covers apart are the seal and closure. Some are better than others.
One of the reasons I was drawn to the Gripgrab product was complete lack of zippers. The "Intelliseal" system at the bottom is very effective at keeping moisture and cold air out. The Kevlar hem and toe are a nice touch in terms of durability.
I'm not saying they are the best in the world and they certainly are not inexpensive but they are one of the better designed products out there.
They go on the leg before the shoe is put on and pulled down over the top of the shoe. The "X" off road versions are slightly more difficult to put on than the road version but both go on just like the video shown below.
I can't speak to how it would be with arthritis but my day will come, probably sooner rather than later.
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One of the reasons I was drawn to the Gripgrab product was complete lack of zippers. The "Intelliseal" system at the bottom is very effective at keeping moisture and cold air out. The Kevlar hem and toe are a nice touch in terms of durability.
I'm not saying they are the best in the world and they certainly are not inexpensive but they are one of the better designed products out there.
Thanks for the recommendation, these never came up in my searches.
They look promising, only concern I have, without some type of closure how difficult are they to pull on over your shoes?
I watched the video, they look easy enough to pull on, though I am dealing with arthritis in both hands.
They look promising, only concern I have, without some type of closure how difficult are they to pull on over your shoes?
I watched the video, they look easy enough to pull on, though I am dealing with arthritis in both hands.
I can't speak to how it would be with arthritis but my day will come, probably sooner rather than later.
-Tim-
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Shoes may just be too tight, so circulation constricted, and then the insulation,
being stretchy is not helping either.. it's pulling tight, too..
and SPD cleats can be heat sinks sucking the heat out ..
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being stretchy is not helping either.. it's pulling tight, too..
and SPD cleats can be heat sinks sucking the heat out ..
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Any old neoprene will do but what sets different shoe covers apart are the seal and closure. Some are better than others.
One of the reasons I was drawn to the Gripgrab product was complete lack of zippers. The "Intelliseal" system at the bottom is very effective at keeping moisture and cold air out. The Kevlar hem and toe are a nice touch in terms of durability.
I'm not saying they are the best in the world and they certainly are not inexpensive but they are one of the better designed products out there.
They go on the leg before the shoe is put on and pulled down over the top of the shoe. The "X" off road versions are slightly more difficult to put on than the road version but both go on just like the video shown below.
I can't speak to how it would be with arthritis but my day will come, probably sooner rather than later.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbGIgqYLY9Q
-Tim-
One of the reasons I was drawn to the Gripgrab product was complete lack of zippers. The "Intelliseal" system at the bottom is very effective at keeping moisture and cold air out. The Kevlar hem and toe are a nice touch in terms of durability.
I'm not saying they are the best in the world and they certainly are not inexpensive but they are one of the better designed products out there.
They go on the leg before the shoe is put on and pulled down over the top of the shoe. The "X" off road versions are slightly more difficult to put on than the road version but both go on just like the video shown below.
I can't speak to how it would be with arthritis but my day will come, probably sooner rather than later.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbGIgqYLY9Q
-Tim-
I decided to give them a go. I ordered a pair through Bike24. Wiggle was showing size XXL as the only size available, according to their sizing chart I required a XL.
I watched the video prior to purchasing, they didn't appear that they would be too difficult to pull on.
I'll need to make sure I use them with my looser fitting shoes. I should have kept the pair of Sidi's I gave away, they were a little oversized.
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IMO, any of the higher-quality neoprene overshoes will probably do the trick. You might have a look at Wiggle; there are quite a few options available at a reasonable price. I'm using SealSkinz with thick wool socks and road shoes and doing well into the 20s for 2 hours.
I have yet to try chemical warmers, but they might be a good idea - this time of year in Wisconsin, you can get a huge handful of them at the grocery store for like $5.
Someday I might invest in winter cycling boots (and the corresponding SPD pedal system that I'll need), but it's hard to justify, especially when that investment is halfway to an entry-level fatbike.
I have yet to try chemical warmers, but they might be a good idea - this time of year in Wisconsin, you can get a huge handful of them at the grocery store for like $5.
Someday I might invest in winter cycling boots (and the corresponding SPD pedal system that I'll need), but it's hard to justify, especially when that investment is halfway to an entry-level fatbike.
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The difference in warmth and ease is night and day. I should have done it sooner. Only problem--is that they're so warm that much above freezing they're almost too warm....so if you have say a 20F commute in the morning they're perfect--but a 40F afternoon commute they're too hot.
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I like these. Gore c5 insulated. They don’t look stylish, but they are very warm.
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A little late to the convo but I wear neoprene socks over thin liner type socks. They keep my feet warm up to 2 hours before I have to start wiggling them to keep the blood moving. For shoes I wear regular running type shoes from Target that I don't mind getting dirty or we
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I like these. Gore c5 insulated. They don’t look stylish, but they are very warm.
Can you say more about them?
Are they waterproof or resistant? What does the bottom look like? Durability?
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I can’t comment on being waterproof, haven’t used them that much. They are supposed to be water resistant. They are warm. My commute is 1 hour. Normally I’d wear thicker socks with toe warmers for anything below -5C. With these my feet are warmer at that temperature without the warmers and with mid weight wool socks. I have the l/xl and the fit fine over my size 12 shoes. They are pricey for booties, but compared to winter shoes a good price. Really happy so far
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