Konan
Free Rider
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Post by Konan on Sept 12, 2007 21:07:23 GMT 8
Has anyone used such? Planning to get a pair Price? Where? Thanx!
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leflea
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Post by leflea on Sept 13, 2007 7:15:48 GMT 8
sir, have you checked with arlysbykshop if he has some stocks left? also seen these sandals at cycle options. forgot the price though.
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Konan
Free Rider
YOU've Got SERIOUS Thrill Issues DUDE!!!!
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Post by Konan on Sept 13, 2007 16:30:26 GMT 8
sir, have you checked with arlysbykshop if he has some stocks left? also seen these sandals at cycle options. forgot the price though. Thanx brad Flea Im Currently using a DX Shoe for DH and getting this Sandals for some XC Ridin Loved to be Clipped Ey
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Storm DC
XC Rider
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Post by Storm DC on Sept 13, 2007 17:04:30 GMT 8
brad, For a leisurely, regular ride around town, SPD sandals are ok. But for real XC / trail riding, its better if your feet are well protected (meaning enclosed in real shoes). I have a ride buddy who just love wearing SPD sandals in our rides. Well, he flipped and tumbled once in Maarat and when the dust settled, the nail in his right big toe is already MISSING, mixed somewhere with the dirt and the dust. Just a precaution.
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Post by radical1962 on Sept 13, 2007 18:20:12 GMT 8
brad, For a leisurely, regular ride around town, SPD sandals are ok. But for real XC / trail riding, its better if your feet are well protected (meaning enclosed in real shoes). I have a ride buddy who just love wearing SPD sandals in our rides. Well, he flipped and tumbled once in Maarat and when the dust settled, the nail in his right big toe is already MISSING, mixed somewhere with the dirt and the dust. Just a precaution. I agree 101% on this advice. If you ride Maarat and the singletracks, it's always better to have your toes protected. You should see the damage of my shoes, most of them are on the toe and front section from hitting rocks and other trail obstacles. I flinch from the thought of losing my toe nails .... AAARRGGHH!!! I'm sticking to closed toes. If you are looking for a more "airy" shoes, I would recommend the nike ACG bike shoes in air porous fabric. It still protects your feet but is cool and ventilated. And it has been tested in Wawa and other river crossings, it drys pretty fast.
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Post by leonkilat on Apr 25, 2008 9:33:29 GMT 8
Recently bought this Shimano SPD sandal at Cycle Tote, Bacolod for P2.8k (SRP 2.85K), cheaper than the $79.99 price tag i browsed in the net: www.teamcyclist.com/store/Shimano-Shoes-MTB-Mens-SH-SD65-ID_P19346C383.cfm. It's my first clipless sandal/shoe btw so i can't make comparison with other clipless shoes. The sandals are kinda heavy and the soles are thick and stiff (as they should be), but the straps hug your foot very well. And my toes are not sticking out that much and i always wear socks so hopefully i won't lose a nail if ever i flip, hehe. I bought the PD-M540 pedals too for 1.3k at our LBS, free installation. My mechanic adjusted the tension just right i think because i didn't have any problems clipping in and out. My first time out i intended to just get the hang of it following the footpaths under the coconut trees near our house, but i ended up riding 20kms+ some of it off-road (my usual weekday route). Riding clipless really makes a lot of difference especially offroad, i learned. Before this, i used a zefal plastic toe clip, which really served me well, or so i thought. Makes me wonder now what took me so long to go clipless...
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boybi
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Post by boybi on Apr 26, 2008 8:59:20 GMT 8
brad, For a leisurely, regular ride around town, SPD sandals are ok. But for real XC / trail riding, its better if your feet are well protected (meaning enclosed in real shoes). I have a ride buddy who just love wearing SPD sandals in our rides. Well, he flipped and tumbled once in Maarat and when the dust settled, the nail in his right big toe is already MISSING, mixed somewhere with the dirt and the dust. Just a precaution. I usually wear sandals (without socks) during rainy days and in muddy trails. And if ever I'll go clipless, I might also buy this SPD sandal. I hope I won't lose my nails with this
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Post by king on May 15, 2008 21:14:03 GMT 8
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Post by black on May 15, 2008 22:24:28 GMT 8
Well, he flipped and tumbled once in Maarat and when the dust settled, the nail in his right big toe is already MISSING, mixed somewhere with the dirt and the dust. Aaaaargh!
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Post by ilovemountainbikes on May 26, 2008 14:53:16 GMT 8
SABAK also have the Keen cleated sandals. They sell them at P3,990. I think Keen is a better "trail-worthy" sandal because it offers protection for the toes because of its front rubber toe cups. keens are also great for river crossing and casual use (no more weird looks from Strabucks tambays).
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Post by jef on May 26, 2008 16:46:05 GMT 8
i totally agree w/ leonkilat.. i got mine at cycleART in quiapo for 2700 (srp php3000),,great for some spinning and leisure ride.
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Post by rickym on May 26, 2008 16:49:02 GMT 8
both looks good!!! and i agree you guys...keen gives more protection than the first one.. but both are nice sandals...well the price is also a factor!!! cheers!!
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