Cycling shoes typically have a shank in the sole that provides more efficient power delivery to the Pedals. So when walking normally these shoes won't flex like a normal shoe sole would and likely will be uncomfortable if walking long distances.
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04-29-2024 at 12:05 PM.
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Is it weird to buy these shoes and not ride a bike with them?
Cycling shoes typically have a shank in the sole that provides more efficient power delivery to the Pedals. So when walking normally these shoes won't flex like a normal shoe sole would and likely will be uncomfortable if walking long distances.
" Designed with city riding, commuting and indoor cycling in mind, the Velosamba is your incognito bike shoe. It's two-bolt cleat compatible, with a full-length reinforced midsole for efficient pedaling that still flexes for comfortable walking."
It's hard to imagine "incognito" and "comfortable walking" with cleats attached, regardless of how flexible these are.
Seem like bad cycling shoes (too flexible) and bad casual shoes - too stiff and have cleat mount. IMO these would be better if they didn't have cleat mounts and were marketed as a casual riding shoes for regular pedals.
Seems like it would be great for me, ride a bike to work, wear them for an hour or so in an office, then change into safety shoes for the rest of my shift.
Good deal, good shoes. I got these for $39 last year. Mine are blue - not sure how long these white ones will resist stains.
They're fine for walking short distances. A little uncomfortable and much stiffer than regular shoes. The soles are very thick, with room for recessed SPD cleats.
Good deal, good shoes. I got these for $39 last year. Mine are blue - not sure how long these white ones will resist stains.
They're fine for walking short distances. A little uncomfortable and much stiffer than regular shoes. The soles are very thick, with room for recessed SPD cleats.
Have had these for a while and rarely wear them as they are super-narrow in the toe box.
Ditto on what this guy said. I bought a pair back when they were on this site for a bit cheaper. The fit is funny and runs narrow up front compared to regular sambas or other variants. I only use them as a back up now.
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Cycling shoes typically have a shank in the sole that provides more efficient power delivery to the Pedals. So when walking normally these shoes won't flex like a normal shoe sole would and likely will be uncomfortable if walking long distances.
It's hard to imagine "incognito" and "comfortable walking" with cleats attached, regardless of how flexible these are.
Seem like bad cycling shoes (too flexible) and bad casual shoes - too stiff and have cleat mount. IMO these would be better if they didn't have cleat mounts and were marketed as a casual riding shoes for regular pedals.
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They're fine for walking short distances. A little uncomfortable and much stiffer than regular shoes. The soles are very thick, with room for recessed SPD cleats.
They're fine for walking short distances. A little uncomfortable and much stiffer than regular shoes. The soles are very thick, with room for recessed SPD cleats.
Are they true to size?