Shoe recommendation for muddy conditions
09-10-10, 11:14 AM
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Shoe recommendation for muddy conditions
I have serviceable pair of entry level Shimanos. They're fine for dry, flat courses, but not so hot for climbing muddy hills. There's really very little tread on them - they're more for walking around coffee shops and tourist trails.
Anyone have preferences for cross shoes. Also, to the extent it makes a difference in terms of compatibility, I use Time ATAC pedals.
Anyone have preferences for cross shoes. Also, to the extent it makes a difference in terms of compatibility, I use Time ATAC pedals.
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I have been really happy with these. Mine are 2 years old.
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/...=9309&eid=4927
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/...=9309&eid=4927
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I love my Sidi Dominators. Unlike the Dragon or other super high-end all carbon-sole'd shoes, you can actually run in them. Add the toe spikes, and you can climb just about anything as well.
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I have been really happy with these. Mine are 2 years old.
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/...=9309&eid=4927
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/...=9309&eid=4927
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If you like the way your Shimanos fit, I'd try sticking with Shimano but get a true mountain bike shoe with more aggressive tread and toe cleats.
Each brand seems to have a "house fit". What works for someone else might not work for you.
Each brand seems to have a "house fit". What works for someone else might not work for you.
09-10-10, 01:32 PM
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Yea The toe spikes , [you can use screw in soccer shoe studs too]. are what you need for muddy Run ups..
just get them tied on well so the mud doesn't suck them off your foot.
too stiff a forefoot and the heel of your foot rides up, the shoe will not follow.
Lorica , being a leather substitute will clean up with more water , to get the mud off.
just get them tied on well so the mud doesn't suck them off your foot.
too stiff a forefoot and the heel of your foot rides up, the shoe will not follow.
Lorica , being a leather substitute will clean up with more water , to get the mud off.
