(This post is meant to be a cheeky post about commuting and the journey of learning all the different parts to it)
Been commuting by bike for 8 months. Shoes were half worn when I started commuting with them but I think they’ve had enough 😆
I love my pedals more so have no intention of changing them but got another cheap set of shoes
to replace these.
Luckily my body and motivation are keeping up
Anyone have any suggestions for shoes which are light (not too expensive) but have really thick forefoot sole ?
by Icy-Succotash7032
10 Comments
I recommend using shoes with a firm platform for biking
I get you love your pedals, but depending on how long your commutes are: look at clipless pedals & shoes. If you have dedicated ridingshoes anyway, those can add some comfort to your ride.
Alternatively, you can look at “flat” touring or MTB shoes. This article is a little older but gives some good pointers what to look for: [https://bikepacking.com/gear/best-flat-pedal-mountain-bike-shoes-2021/](https://bikepacking.com/gear/best-flat-pedal-mountain-bike-shoes-2021/)
If you’re changing shoes at work, proper mountain biking shoes are the way to go. I prefer SPD ones but there are plenty without cleats (e.g. from Shimano or Five Ten). The soles on them are stiff, which is ideal for pedalling but not so much if you need to walk around in them a lot.
Everyone’s recommending MTB shoes and cycling specific shoes, but to me they don’t look good enough to walk into an office with.
Check out skate shoes. Nike SBs, Vans, even New Balances. Just stick to neutral colors.
Walking shoes tend to have a stiffer sole than running shoes. I rely on walking shoes and mtb pedals because I have wide feet (6E) and custom made shoes were too expensive.
That’s awesome. Wear what works for you on your commute. I used to have some neon bright cheap Champion running shoes I’d wear through every ~6 months. Worked well on the bike and for getting around on foot. (I biked to work in the mornings, changed clothes, then changed after work and biked to night school, then biked home.)
I almost always bike in Chacos, works great for me! Don’t listen to the haters saying you need special shoes
Pedals are the first thing I upgraded on the new ride – alloy BMX style. The factory pedals were plastic and flimsy. I’ve got a few pair of generic “pedal pushers” – generic skater shoes in various colors. Nice, firm rubber sole and they don’t stick out like a sore thumb. I wear down the heel faster than the pedals chew them up.
Clipless pedals are orgasmic, give ‘em a try
I use clipless pedals so I don’t tear up my other shoes. I also just recently got some dual-use SPD/platform pedals, that came with pins for the flat side. I did not install the pins, again, so I don’t tear up my normal shoes. I’ve had pinned platform pedals before, and I really don’t like what happens to shoes I use with them. And yes, I have slipped off a pedal before. Still don’t want to use pins.