The mountain bike I will ride has SPDs and I normally use SPD-SLs on these roads shoes. So I would need to put on SPD cleats, which they have holes for. Never thought of using Eggbeaters though. I will be competitive in this race and don't think running shoes will cut it. The course is in Whistler and is very technical too.
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08-22-2011, 09:42 AM #1
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08-22-2011, 09:48 AM #2
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Whistler as in BC? Definitely DO NOT USE ROAD SHOES! Yes, I was shouting. There is NO WAY road shoes/cleats will work for you there. I've ridden Whistler and it is technical. You need a shoe that will let you run if you need to while on the trail.
Any friends/teammates with the same size foot willing to lend you a pair of shoes for the day?
Good luck! And I agree - sneakers are also not the answer.
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08-22-2011, 09:56 AM #3
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Ha! Thanks! I haven't ridden up there in years.
Wish I had someone to borrow from. I have large feet and usually wear a 44 for cycling shoes. So this forces me into men's shoe territory and they do not fit right. So frustrating! /rant off
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