Shoes for Cycling

[inkspot]

Hello all,

I am in need of some recommendations. I am looking to get some new shoes for a cycling/walking/running trip. I'm looking for an all-purpose (not clipless) shoe that will give me both comfort for long-distance walking/running as well as the necessary stability and support for riding. I'm limited in what I can pack with me on the trip, so I want to have one pair of shoes to cover all my activities. Any ideas for a good, versatile shoe?

[tulip]

Can you bring two pairs of shoes? Cycling shoes are stiff-soled by design, and they are not made for walking, much less running. Walking and running shoes are not stiff enough for cycling, and you'll end up with sore soles.

I'd bring cycling shoes and Keens, assuming the weather is warm enough.

Alternately, if decide to use clipless pedals, then Keen commuter sandals might work, but I certainly would not want to run or hike in them.

[jessmarimba]

I prefer kitten heels myself...


Kidding.

I actually used to ride in Salomon trail shoes before I went clipless, but I had custom orthotics for them and they were incredibly supportive for both riding reasonable distances and running/hiking (for someone who always, somehow, needed stability+ shoes to run in).

[inkspot]

I prefer kitten heels myself...

Great advice! Stylish and oh so practical

My packing limitations really do limit me to only the one pair of shoes, which is why I'm looking for a more flexible alternative to my beloved cycling shoes.

I will definitely check out the Salomon trail shoes - they sound like what I might be looking for. It's good to know that custom orthotics fit, as I have those as well! Thanks, Jessmarimba!

[Melalvai]

I wear keens for cycling. They fit in my toe cages. They aren't stiff soled, I don't know how important that is but they are all I've ever used. They are comfortable for walking. I don't like running in them.

[indysteel]

I wonder if any brand of trail shoe would work gieven that they usually have a stiffer sole than a running show. IME, each brand has a particular fit. For instance, the only brand that fits me well is Vasque.