Bianchi cycling shoes
09-11-20, 09:22 AM
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Bianchi cycling shoes
My wife bought me a set of Bianchi cycling shoes from one of the vendors at the 2019 Eroica California event and I have yet to put them to use. I see them sitting there all boxed up and collecting dust. I still ride with what I refer to as traps and straps and am not interested in changing that. The bottom of the shoe has three holes , no cleats. When I went to the Trek Ventura store ( they have a whole section of cleats) and asked what type of cleat , they looked at me like a dear in headlights and just asked"why?" Like who does that!? I tried them out without cleats and flipping the pedal up is near impossible as the bottoms are slick. Right now I just use a flat , narrow tennis shoe , like a skate shoe. Van's are great! I am curious because I think a lot flexibility in the sole may not be good for my aging ankles. Perhaps , the stiff soles would keep my foot more properly aligned with the pedal. Plus, I would love to at least try them out .
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What pedal are you wanting to use the shoes with?
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09-11-20, 03:01 PM
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These are the shoes
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The pedals . This bike has the Ti spindles but most are steel . On e bike has Campagnolo GS
09-11-20, 03:17 PM
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I'm really surprised those were sold at an eroica. I thought they forbid so-called clipless pedals, and thos hole look exactly like they are for 'clipless' road cleats. Without clips, I think they'd be great with clips and straps; maybe scuffing up the soles would solve the slipperiness.
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My wife bought me a set of Bianchi cycling shoes from one of the vendors at the 2019 Eroica California event and I have yet to put them to use. I see them sitting there all boxed up and collecting dust. I still ride with what I refer to as traps and straps and am not interested in changing that. The bottom of the shoe has three holes , no cleats. When I went to the Trek Ventura store ( they have a whole section of cleats) and asked what type of cleat , they looked at me like a dear in headlights and just asked"why?" Like who does that!? I tried them out without cleats and flipping the pedal up is near impossible as the bottoms are slick. Right now I just use a flat , narrow tennis shoe , like a skate shoe. Van's are great! I am curious because I think a lot flexibility in the sole may not be good for my aging ankles. Perhaps , the stiff soles would keep my foot more properly aligned with the pedal. Plus, I would love to at least try them out .
Can't handle clipless look and have a crooked ankle so no cleats or such.
You could check with a shoe shop about adding a protective sole like used on dress shoes and cowboy boots.
They are very thin and provide a lot of traction and would make them very usable all around.
They aren't cheap but wear like iron and I think would solve all the issues with these, walking around and flipping the pedal.
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09-11-20, 04:35 PM
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Standard Look pattern. You can get slotted cleats (for your pedals) online no problem.
They will typically only use the 2 holes nearer to your heel.
30,000 miles, or 2 Eroica rides?
They will typically only use the 2 holes nearer to your heel.
30,000 miles, or 2 Eroica rides?
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09-11-20, 05:01 PM
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Exustar slòtted cleat
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That protrusion near the toe of the shoe may be hindering the shoe slipping onto the pedal.
Also, be VERY careful with toe-straps even loose with those shoes. That's because a toe-strap can get snagged between those shoe straps. Personally I'd not use such strap closures with toe-straps.
With that part near the toe of the shoe removed you should find it a lot easier to slip into the pedal.
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Also, be VERY careful with toe-straps even loose with those shoes. That's because a toe-strap can get snagged between those shoe straps. Personally I'd not use such strap closures with toe-straps.
With that part near the toe of the shoe removed you should find it a lot easier to slip into the pedal.
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Thank you for guidance, I now know what I am looking for . The plastic ones on eBay that Mr Spadoni referenced seem pretty close to what I need.
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This is such a great picture! CF cranks, 11 speed chainrings and a $$$ chain 
with vintage pedals, Soma cages and Christopher leather straps from the 1970s! 
with vintage pedals, Soma cages and Christopher leather straps from the 1970s!
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Lots more here.
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-v...ou-decide.html
Straps are brand new, still available, pedals were NOS and cages are SOMA
They exemplify the vibe I was going for..
