mtb shoes for casual wear

[stormloader]

Care to recommend some mtb shoe models (regardless of brand) which could double as a casual wear for strolling and japorms na rin?

I'm set to buy a new SPD-compatible pair (i'm plannin' to make the shift) but i don't like the "XC race type" designs of the likes of Sidi dominator, Answer palisade, LG Ergogrip etc., primarily 'cause i'm not a racer, and secondly 'cause they're of little use to me outside the trails or when i'm not on the bike

i'm looking at a few shimano multi-purpose AT shoes (SH-MT series) and some 661 models, although the latter is typically confined to DJ/skate shoe designs.

Oh btw, I'm a cheapskate that's why I want to shoot 'em two birds with one stone. i do plan to optimize the d@mn shoe

[>rocketman>]

i have two mtb/trail/mall shoe

1. oakley radar lock (was 5K pricey) black and grey

2. 06 shimano DX (was 3K) black with gumsole
the one with shoe laces cover. looks like space age,

both are comfortable walking, because the cleats are embedded.

but you can still hear the cleats when walking over the tiles of your favorite mall.

between the two the shimano DX is heavy duty,

[anthrax76]

I can't remember the model but 661 carries casual looking SPD compatible shoes. Although I like the Shimano DX because there's a place where you can hide the laces

[xctofi]

yep,the LG's aint good for caulas

try the Adidas Minrett. thats a nice casual looking spd shoe

[radical1962]

I have the LG Ergogrips for the races but I also use the Nike Kato for the casual trail rides. It's also looks cool with its embedded clits... looks like an ACG rubber shoes.

BTW, it's great for those river crossings with rock bottoms that you have to wade through. The soles are very grippy unlike the hard plastic sole of the LG

[Konan]

anthrax76 said:

I can't remember the model but 661 carries casual looking SPD compatible shoes.

You talkin bout 661 Launch brad?

Had a pair of 06 Launch, Mervz wasnt able to use the cleats coz the pair sent to me was about an inch bigger than my size, using it on my Platform Pedz and walking around d2 Kinda Heavy than the Skate Shoes ( cud be the innardz of the Sole )

[anthrax76]

konan said:

You talkin bout 661 Launch brad?

Not sure, saw it in Bisikleta.com. Somebody was asking between a Shimano and 661 shoe

[MR.McMuffin]

a 661 tiburon maybe?

[stormloader]

thanks for the replies guys

where can i buy the Shimano DX? Ritche, anyone?

[stormloader]

cargo:

i'm starting to like the Adidas Minrett and El Moro III.

any feedback from satisfied users here and where I can find 'em? (e.g specific malls, stores or whatever)

thanks

OT/shoutout:
btw wadup Jeps/Konan? you're missin' in action

[Konan]

stormloader said:

OT/shoutout:
btw wadup Jeps/Konan? you're missin' in action

Blame it on Reming but im Back Brah ;D

If your goin fro the Adidas', give some Revz naman bout those pairs

[pazigrider]

nike kato III strap shoe



i like this shoe and i'm planning to get one

[yukon]

rg said:

nike kato III strap shoe

i like this shoe and i'm planning to get one

roel brad

4K right? was supposed to get one but they didnt have my size so Im waiting for the next delivery. This is the beige and black Kato...in case you find an LBS that sells below this with price lemme know.

TY


question is this "womens" or "mens"

[pazigrider]

yukon

yup - i think the kato III sells for P4k - P5K

also i've checked the web and the other shoe pic you've posted is "The Women's Kato III Strap Shoe". it's available in Anthracite/Silver/Flame colors

[pazigrider]

Adidas 2007 Minrett Mountain Bike Shoe - Black



i'm just not sure if this is available now at the LBS

[yukon]

rg said:

yukon

yup - i think the kato III sells for P4k - P5K

also i've checked the web and the other shoe pic you've posted is "The Women's Kato III Strap Shoe". it's available in Anthracite/Silver/Flame colors

oh my gosh...i'm getting gay. will cancel that Nike shoes ASAP. Adidas, I want my Adidas.!!!!

Thanks roel a.k.a pazig

[sup]

what shop carries the minrett? i'm thinking of going clipless too..

[pazigrider]

sup said:

what shop carries the minrett? i'm thinking of going clipless too..

i think this '05 or '06 adidas minret is still available at newton's bike shop for P2K

[sup]

thanks sir pazigrider! will be visiting them soon..

[qt_kat]

rg said:

sup said:

what shop carries the minrett? i'm thinking of going clipless too..

i think this '05 or '06 adidas minret is still available at newton's bike shop for P2K

Whoa! Just like my hubby's. It looks cool and feels comfy (accdg to him) and priced just right (value for money). He bought it at Sabak for P2500. One piece of advice I learned from him: when buying shoes, buy it from manufacturers that really make shoes. Too bad they didnt have my size. My Specialized spd shoes, though it looks cool and expensive, didnt last very long. After a river crossing, you'll need tons of contact cement to stick the sole back. I even brought it to a shoe repair shop to have it stitched. Well, that's a lesson learned.

[jr]

How about this Shimano SH-MT20D ?



or this one SH-MT31.

[imusbiker]

stormloader said:

Care to recommend some mtb shoe models (regardless of brand) which could double as a casual wear for strolling and japorms na rin?

I was thinking of the same (a less agressive, regular looking shoe) when I bought the shimano mt-40. But I realized that the hard sole platform of an MTB shoe is not comfortable for casual walking or strolling. It's a great MTB shoe (quick dry, mud proof outers), you can destroy cheap floor tiles with the cleats , but it's not for long walks.

I hear (might heard wrong) that the adidas SPDs have softer soles, but it might suffer some flex if ur using slimmer pedals like eggbeaters. I hope we hear from some owners...

[sabretooth]

are skate shoes like vans and airwalk any good for mtbiking? they look sooo cool. im planning on getting one too.

[anthrax76]

sabretooth, brad i'm using Vans Mental (discontinued) it's SPD compatible. although i've used, both Airwalk and Vans skateshoes for MTB.

[sabretooth]

thanks anthrax. i was looking for shoes last weekend when i saw these things. i reckon these are tough, considering the abuse skateboard people give them.

[anthrax76]

sabretooth, this will be OT but....i've noticed that airwalk has softer soles than vans. for urban, i'll take the vans, for offroad, i'll take the airwalk.

[>rocketman>]

stormloader said:

thanks for the replies guys

where can i buy the Shimano DX? Ritche, anyone?

Mervs, bought mime last year at Cycle options green hills,

still using it.

[stormloader]

i got the Shimano DX a few days ago. It looks mean, sturdy, and unique and I like it...



Unfortunately i don't think it's the right shoe for me so i'm thinking of selling it. My riding style nowadays is inclined towards casual and long XC rides. DH and aggressive riding are far and few in between. I'm such an impulsive buyer dammit

[sabretooth]

anthrax76 said:

sabretooth, this will be OT but....i've noticed that airwalk has softer soles than vans. for urban, i'll take the vans, for offroad, i'll take the airwalk.

canvassed sm for vans and airwalk. my money will go for airwalk, more choices sa color and it's way cheaper. thanks!

[arcireyes]

For Vans user reference lang po:

Here in PEZA Rosario, Cavite there is an annual X'Mas fair held very Dec. and i've seen Vans shoes (export over-runs) being sold @p1,200.00-1,400.00.

I think Cavite PinoyMTBiker Peepz buy their vans and other usable biking gears over here. IMHO it's cheap