What's up with shoes for flats?

Or specialized 2fo2

 

Love my SPD Shimano shoes (the older M200’s) so if I were getting a flat pedal shoes I’d look at their GR900 model, they have other flat pedal options as well. I like the easy lacing system on my SPD shoes so I imagine I’d like the feel of the similar flat version.

https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/apparel-accessories/shimano/SH-GR900.html

 

YIKES!!

 

Five Ten Freeriders, FTW.

 

I still think these are in play:

5-10 Shoes

 

Not sure about other models, but the 5-10 Impact lows have changed within the past year or so. They're not as roomy or comfy, even after a long break-in period. Specifically, something in the toe box area is different - I have to lace my newer ones up very tight to prevent my feet from sliding forward and jamming my toes. Never had to do that with my older pairs.

 

TFPU, Pat. I’ve heard the fit is now different and the durability has taken a hit. Too bad, but I’ve seen this happen with other popular gear. By the time the good version starts wearing out, it’s too late.

I’m going to use approach shoes more. I really can’t tell the difference when I’m riding, and they get lots of use off the bike. I’ll be picking up my third pair of Scarpa Crux soon. My current pair did the GDMBR, AZT and too many other day rides and overnights to count. And they still have life. After using and observing FT for decades, I can say with certainty that nothing they ever produced was durable enough to match that. Impact Low was a contender.

 

Take a look at Ride Concepts. I saw a pair for my first time last night and they look legit.




According to website, more models are on the way for different riding styles/needs.

 

I really like the Five Ten Aescent approach shoes for riding. They have the great sticky sole, but a lighter and flexible mid-sole and upper. Freeriders don't fit me at all... literally cause foot pain within a few minutes. The Aescents are great for me thought!

https://www.adidasoutdoor.com/five-ten-aescent-mens-approach-shoe/FTA16.html

The ones I'm wearing now are very much on their last legs, but I'm getting every penny out of them (they were free)!

 

Great price on those, and a solid reco.

Crux went down under 100$, so I think it’s time...

 

Hmmm wonder where you saw those shoes...

@mike I have one ride on the RC Hellions so far and like them quite well. They're not as gripy as 510's but that's a good thing in my book.