I used to destroy regular shoes on my mountain bike studded pedals. The mountain bike shoes I eventually bought have lasted years. So on those grounds, I would say they are worth it.
I buy every 1 1/2 to 2 years years new hiking shoes for around £20 when they on sale at Sports Direct. They work great, give very good grip when off the bike and also work good on the bike. The most mountain bike shoes cost £80 upwards
Coming from the time of jeans and skate shoes, my Rider Concepts flatty shoes are on another level, grip, shock absorbtion and extra reinforcement. In fact, all the new style specific kit is fantastic.
@@davidmaskew Used normal cheap sneakers, till last years summer. Bought flat pedal shoes and i never will go away from it. Totally different riding. The only thing to whatch out is, if it is wet in the woods and you are off the bike. They do not offer realy much grip on fallen leaves or wet roots. Slipped on wet leaves and damaged my ankle for over 10 weeks... 🤦♂
One thing you should consider - trail / hiking shoes. The soles are harder, extremely durable, and the aggressive lugs engage the pins like Thor's grip on Mjölnir. They have better toe protection, are available in breathable or waterproof options. Lastly, they're vastly more comfortable. They're made by companies that make foot ware as their bread and butter, not an after thought... Keen, Merrell etc. for foot ware. Sign me up. Shimano..... IDK man..... IDK..... Plus, they don't suck when you get off the bike...
The problem is the rubber compound on hiking shoes aren’t meant to grip into pedal pins, and the soles are usually more flexy than you would want on a bike shoe
Holland, 4 years, amateur, pure fun, 2070 km (12.543.5 miles), flats, Trek hardtail (xcal7), 2 years worn old Reebok glide sneakers. Reglued 2 years ago, still grippy, dry and just secure enough for our easy trails here but I'm slowly heading for some Shimano's soon.
Adidias Terrex Swift Solo (2) .. best Grip on Flats, toe protection, extrem durable, sportive, usable for any other case...after 3 years of usage still looking like new shoes.
I will say, I went from running shoes(trainers) that didnt grip well, i also smashed my toes numerous times. Then to skate type shoes, which really didnt grip any better, or actually worse than the running shoes, even with the waffle pattern. Now im on dedicated flat pedal shoes. And no joke, much much better. Tons of grip, lots of arch support, and toe protection. Its definitely worth it to me.
Getting proper mountain bike shoes to go with my flat pedals was probably the single piece of kit that made the most difference. I'd argue your feet are the most important attachment point to your bike, and you want that to work properly.
Buy used, or at a sale if you're uncertain. I found a pair of Shimano AM-41 flats on sale, and some Scott SPD shoes used, both costing ~€40 each. Works a treat and has been doing so for years. Well worth upgrading from ordinary shoes for the reasons Rich mentions!
My first pair of mtb specific flats was a gift from a friend who insisted I try them. The grip to the pins was/is so much better! They are very similar to skate shoes, but firmer and denser soles. I've since bought another pair of mtb shoes with sturdier uppers. What I would like the shoe manufacturers to consider, is a flat pedal shoe that includes hiking shoe tread, perhaps outside of where flat soles meet flat pedals (which, yes, can vary), to assist in hike-a-bike when out away from groomed trails. Completely flat soles make for tricky walking, especially in the wet, and especially if walking or carrying a bike.
For me there is a before and after wearing MTB shoes (flat). The difference in grip and comfort Is so big that I would simply not ride without them. Despite the heavy price, I just love my O'Neil flat MTB shoes ❤
5Ten all the way from day 2 of my MTB life! First day was a pair of trainers. I used to ride flats but then got into road cycling too where I was clipped in. Jumping back on the MTB regularly I didn't like the feeling of not being attached to the pedals. Not just smashing it down hill but I found pedalling up fire roads I kept lifting my feet off the pedals because being clipped in you get used to being able to pull as well as push with your legs. So now I'm clipped in on the road bike, gravel bike and MTB. I wear Specialized shoes for road and gravel but always 5Ten for MTB!
First I know from experience ware mtb specific shoes with a good toe box cover! Next I’ve been riding for 12 years and always have top of the line shoes but have always found them at least half price or less. Just got a pair of Ride concepts transitions clipless shoes for 30 dollars free shipping. I think I rode one time in sneakers when I first tried mountain biking never do that again. Can’t tell you how many time if I weren’t wearing mtb specific shoes I would of had broken toes or feet. Even at full price shoes are cheaper that medical bills or missing work.
I've never been able to afford anything but Sports Direct or Decathlon bargains and they've seen many thousands of miles. I rarely see them either tested or recommended. It's a bit like Planet X or Amazon bike lights.
Speaking as somebody who has broken toes from a rock/tree wearing normal training/running shoes, I immediately advanced to MTB specific shoes. Skate shoes are fine for certain disciplines, but I prefer the power transfer ability of any MTB specific shoe over the alternatives.
I use DMR Vaults for my off-road riding and they love to shred shoes. I buy a pair of cheap hiking shoes at the beginning of each year to use with them. This has the advantages that I don't worry about getting them all muddy/beaten up or ripped to shreds as the cost is a fraction of a pair of proper MTB shoes.
This was a highly informative video, keep it up Gmbn. These type of videos answer questions for new and inexperienced riders that are too embarassed to asked other riders. I use a Nukeproof scout as my daily runner and had combination pedals on. I recently purchased a pair of Leatt flat shoes and changed the pedals to flats as I found myself spending more time on the flat side of the pedal as opposed to the clip side. since the swap I have grown in confidence running flats which has improved my confidence when I am back in clips on my DH rig. Who would think it?????
I’ll weigh in here. I don’t like most “mtb specific shoes”. I think they do it all wrong for some of us. I value a soft but durable sole & a stiff upper. I care more about having the feel of the pedal under foot than just pure stiffness. I’m pretty weird in this regard but I LOVE my Vans BMX shoes w/ the high tops👌🏻. To me they give the right amount of feel & grip. I just wish they had a stiffer upper portion for better ankle support
I ride in a pair of really robust hiking shoes, I would say they're better then most mtb shoes except the sole. They can slip mostly when when I gets really bumpy
Coming from the dirt bike world, all the low-top skate-looking (although nothing like skate shoes) mtn bike shoes kind of wigged me out. I'm just too used to dirt bike boots, and I felt "naked" around the ankles with shoes. So currently I use some old The North Face hiking boots that cover my ankles and have a 3/4 shank. They grip almost too good (the pins kind of get locked into the tread) but I'm mostly pretty happy with them. Maybe at some point I'll look into some mtn bike specific high tops.
As someone who got into MTB after being a road cyclist, MTB shoes are definitely worth it. You will absolutely destroy a pair of road cleats on rocks and dirt if you try to use your road shoes on the trail. Having a dedicated pair of MTB shoes that allow you to hike-a-bike with SPD cleats is a must for me.
Atlas Alutec work boots, slightly worn down. My employer provides those and whneever I need a new pair at work, I take the old ones for my biking. best protection and all the grip
Had some clippers mtb shoes but just couldn't get on with them like I do with my road shoes so ended up swapping clippers pedals for flats and got new mtb flat shoes and never looked back best decision I made ( for me)😊
Just restarted mountain biking after many years, am using trail running shoes for now and will see how it goes... After a few shortish rides, they seem to be unfazed by the pins and are doing the job. Plus, if I need to push up anything tricky they'll grip!
An advice. Get intoa bike shop and try on some mtb shoes. Dont shy away from trying on some expensive pair. you have to fell the perfect mtb shoe before you know what you looking for. and yes, it could although be a cheaper pair of mtb shoes. you can find normal shoes , or other sport related shoes that grip well. But the perfect mtb shoes are stiff and fit like a glove. There is no movement inside the shoe. they stay there like a sock, doesnt matter what forces act on you. Thats another level of ride comfort you can imagine. And look out. I have two pairs. Vaude and northwave. They seem pretty similar. but they so different in insolation. one is warm, one is good fpr hot weather. And i dont know why, because they so similar.
@@eve-llblyat2576 One day I'll try dedicated shoes, but I already have trail running shoes (good ones) so I might as well run (sorry!) with them for now and see how it goes - they don't seem to have a problem with the pedal pins (not a mark anywhere) and also fit like a glove - no movement. They surely won't be quite as good as dedicated shoes, but they may be good enough... Time will tell 🙂
I've been riding around on my hiking shoes and it's been great. They have a big nubby tread and vibram rubber which is nice and grippy. I tried them out cause I got a pair of MTB shoes with a cleat option in case I wanted to go clipless at some point and the super hard rubber was actual death on my flats. They'd slide around all over and the hard molded curved shape of the sole would make finding the bolts on the flats impossible.
Sketchers Work shoes have a great sole and a composite toe. They're aren't stiff, but they have saved my toes better than my 5-10s, and if anything, they are too grippy, but they're pretty close to the 5-10 soles
Started riding not long ago and been wearing trail running shoes. There's grip for sure but my toes get numb after a while. Probably need something more rigid for longer rides I guess.
The only mountain bike specific shoe that I have is a pair of Muddy Fox flats which I picked up cheap from Sports Direct. Other than that everything else was either picked up in the middle aisle of Aldi and Lidl or Shoe City. My maximum spend has been no more than £30. My latest purchase was a pair of hiking shoes from. Lidl which have been an absolute revelation providing me with plenty of grip both on and off the pedal. There are plenty of viable and less expensive alternatives available to the likes of 5/10s but only if you use your common sense and choose wisely. Mind you if I came across a pair of 5/10’s on very special offer, I’d be an idiot not to pick a pair up.
I am about to upgrade from trainers/skate shoes to some mtb-specific flat shoes. Specifically to increase support and reduce fatigue due to longer rides) Some protection also would be great! Not feel like a clips dude yet though 🙂
With modern trainer styling I find they have a heel part where the sole actually widens and tapers outwards, so I'd imagine if pedaling in them the shoe would foul on the cranks as they rotate on the upstroke and it'd be dangerous. I tend to ride in skate style shoes. I tried clips once.. and the operative word there is ONCE
I love flat sole golf shoes, the rubber is so soft the spikes just stab the sole in place 😂 I'd take Milo's advice into consideration he rips on the slopestyle course I've heard 😼
I wore 510 mountain bike shoes without clips for twenty years. They were stiff and the rubber on the bottoms kinda stuck to the pedals I wore these kinda shoes because I went from sitting on a forklift all day to standing all day and my feet hurt Before I discovered these shoes I used to just wear regular tennis shoes with a metal insoles I built at work. Made my feet really tired with those and I only used them for about a week.
I cant believe 510 freeride shoes are cheaper than my Vans BMX specific waffle cup shoes, as much as I love my Vans for riding, I'm gunna save them for BMX and maybe some DJ riding, but since getting the 510 Trailcross GTX winter shoe I'm itching for some Freerides for the warmer dryer season to save my Trailcross GTX for next winter.
I just bought some used 5tens. If you're not icky about it, you can get some with slight wear for 25€. That's the upside of many people quitting their hobbies.
I just wish one manufacturers made a wide fitting MTB flat shoe. I've tried them all, five tens, ride concepts, shimano... Teva made a flat shoe that allowed me to get only 1.5 sizes to big to fit the right width but they're no longer made lol...
Ever since FiveTen sold their souls and went to sh*t I have been loving my Etnies MTB shoes. They are super comfy and exceeded my expectations coming from the classic Freeriders which set a high bar.
I am using safety shoes for workers. Very stiff and that toe-protection has saved me MANY times. But I am a fatbike rider so I am a bit odd from the beginning 😂
Five ten's were great until they team up with adidas. Now the soles suck big time. I find Etnies to be the best choice these days. Durable, grippy, and better looking then five ten's. Last few months I ride with Etnies Culvert and they are the best mtb shoes I've ever wore. From other companies I liked O'neill's Traverse flats.
Years ago I tried to get a mate into mountain biking. The first time he turned up for a local ride in the Lake District I had to give him my spare helmet and the shoes he turned up in were… flip flops! 😂
As a total newb to mountain biking, I'd rather put my money towards a bike, helmet and some knee/elbow pads. Shoes for mountain biking sounds like a scam. I've been riding some sort of bike for my entire 47 years on earth (Heavy into BMX in my early 20's) and I've never thought about what type of shoes to wear. Hell, I've rode half-pipe with Sanuks on, beach cruisers with bare feet and my 21 speed road bike with Chucks)! Maybe I'm wrong, but to me it seems like trying to match a type of beanie to snowboarding.
I have some 510s, they are cool, they seem to be more durable than normal shoes, good grip on the pedals (maybe even too much), but they are quite expensive and honestly, i don't think it's worth the upgrade, i always used to bike on old used up shoes, of corse old shoes have low traction due to used up soles, but some good grippy shoes work really well too, of course they don't offer same protection, but it's fine, i never hit my feet... My bmx vans work really well, really grippy, and i believe bike specific shoes are not worth the steep price, they are better for biking, yes, just not worth the price difference
I wear my low-rise work boots with the composite toe. Plenty stiff and grippy on the pedals. Cheap too. I used to wear low-rise waterproof hiking shoes, but they got expensive, and I like the toe box on the work boots.
Dudes and Dudettes, get a new pair of Diety Deftraps and some fresh shoes and experience the grip of fresh shoes and studs, it's like being welded onto the pedals.
I used to destroy regular shoes on my mountain bike studded pedals. The mountain bike shoes I eventually bought have lasted years. So on those grounds, I would say they are worth it.
I buy every 1 1/2 to 2 years years new hiking shoes for around £20 when they on sale at Sports Direct. They work great, give very good grip when off the bike and also work good on the bike.
The most mountain bike shoes cost £80 upwards
Coming from the time of jeans and skate shoes, my Rider Concepts flatty shoes are on another level, grip, shock absorbtion and extra reinforcement. In fact, all the new style specific kit is fantastic.
Maybe I should invest. I'm still using skate shoes 😂
I was using some cheapie Amazon mtb shoes last year. Worked great, but bottoms wore quickly. I have RC shoes showing up today. Can't wait to try em.
@davidmaskew you'll be surprised of the improvement of support, grip, and protection.
@@davidmaskew Used normal cheap sneakers, till last years summer. Bought flat pedal shoes and i never will go away from it. Totally different riding.
The only thing to whatch out is, if it is wet in the woods and you are off the bike. They do not offer realy much grip on fallen leaves or wet roots. Slipped on wet leaves and damaged my ankle for over 10 weeks... 🤦♂
Proper shoes and pedal combo is a game changer. Don't cheap out on contact points with your bike.
Yes! This!
One thing you should consider - trail / hiking shoes. The soles are harder, extremely durable, and the aggressive lugs engage the pins like Thor's grip on Mjölnir. They have better toe protection, are available in breathable or waterproof options. Lastly, they're vastly more comfortable. They're made by companies that make foot ware as their bread and butter, not an after thought... Keen, Merrell etc. for foot ware. Sign me up. Shimano..... IDK man..... IDK.....
Plus, they don't suck when you get off the bike...
The problem is the rubber compound on hiking shoes aren’t meant to grip into pedal pins, and the soles are usually more flexy than you would want on a bike shoe
Holland, 4 years, amateur, pure fun, 2070 km (12.543.5 miles), flats, Trek hardtail (xcal7), 2 years worn old Reebok glide sneakers.
Reglued 2 years ago, still grippy, dry and just secure enough for our easy trails here but I'm slowly heading for some Shimano's soon.
Adidias Terrex Swift Solo (2) .. best Grip on Flats, toe protection, extrem durable, sportive, usable for any other case...after 3 years of usage still looking like new shoes.
I will say, I went from running shoes(trainers) that didnt grip well, i also smashed my toes numerous times. Then to skate type shoes, which really didnt grip any better, or actually worse than the running shoes, even with the waffle pattern. Now im on dedicated flat pedal shoes. And no joke, much much better. Tons of grip, lots of arch support, and toe protection. Its definitely worth it to me.
Getting proper mountain bike shoes to go with my flat pedals was probably the single piece of kit that made the most difference. I'd argue your feet are the most important attachment point to your bike, and you want that to work properly.
I love my SPD shoes! Never got bumped off the pedals after staring to use these (our MTB paths are basically paved in roots)..
It can make the world of difference can't it!
Been wearing vans half cabs riding my flat peddled mtb for 20 years and iv had no issues that would make me change
Buy used, or at a sale if you're uncertain.
I found a pair of Shimano AM-41 flats on sale, and some Scott SPD shoes used, both costing ~€40 each.
Works a treat and has been doing so for years.
Well worth upgrading from ordinary shoes for the reasons Rich mentions!
My first pair of mtb specific flats was a gift from a friend who insisted I try them. The grip to the pins was/is so much better! They are very similar to skate shoes, but firmer and denser soles. I've since bought another pair of mtb shoes with sturdier uppers. What I would like the shoe manufacturers to consider, is a flat pedal shoe that includes hiking shoe tread, perhaps outside of where flat soles meet flat pedals (which, yes, can vary), to assist in hike-a-bike when out away from groomed trails. Completely flat soles make for tricky walking, especially in the wet, and especially if walking or carrying a bike.
For me there is a before and after wearing MTB shoes (flat). The difference in grip and comfort Is so big that I would simply not ride without them. Despite the heavy price, I just love my O'Neil flat MTB shoes ❤
5Ten all the way from day 2 of my MTB life! First day was a pair of trainers. I used to ride flats but then got into road cycling too where I was clipped in. Jumping back on the MTB regularly I didn't like the feeling of not being attached to the pedals. Not just smashing it down hill but I found pedalling up fire roads I kept lifting my feet off the pedals because being clipped in you get used to being able to pull as well as push with your legs. So now I'm clipped in on the road bike, gravel bike and MTB. I wear Specialized shoes for road and gravel but always 5Ten for MTB!
First I know from experience ware mtb specific shoes with a good toe box cover! Next I’ve been riding for 12 years and always have top of the line shoes but have always found them at least half price or less. Just got a pair of Ride concepts transitions clipless shoes for 30 dollars free shipping. I think I rode one time in sneakers when I first tried mountain biking never do that again. Can’t tell you how many time if I weren’t wearing mtb specific shoes I would of had broken toes or feet. Even at full price shoes are cheaper that medical bills or missing work.
I've never been able to afford anything but Sports Direct or Decathlon bargains and they've seen many thousands of miles. I rarely see them either tested or recommended. It's a bit like Planet X or Amazon bike lights.
I'm a bit surprised that there was no mention of five tens; probably the most popular flat shoe for mountain biking.
All down to GMBN being sponsored by Shimano
Depends who pays them, you know...
We use Shimano to demonstrate but of course the same applies to these styles of shoe within different brands! 👍
I got some waterproof five tens , they were on sale so less than a pair of trainers and have lasted 3 years so far. Well worth it
Speaking as somebody who has broken toes from a rock/tree wearing normal training/running shoes, I immediately advanced to MTB specific shoes. Skate shoes are fine for certain disciplines, but I prefer the power transfer ability of any MTB specific shoe over the alternatives.
Same. One ride, smashed my toes 3 times in my running shoes. Switched to mtb shoes by the next time out.
510s with platforms (metal pins) for MTB. Vans with nylon pedals (nylon pins) for BMX and 26 inch DJ. Time clipless for gravel with Giro carbon shoes.
I use DMR Vaults for my off-road riding and they love to shred shoes. I buy a pair of cheap hiking shoes at the beginning of each year to use with them. This has the advantages that I don't worry about getting them all muddy/beaten up or ripped to shreds as the cost is a fraction of a pair of proper MTB shoes.
Love my north wave SPD shoes, tried most but always feel good in my trusty old SPDs
Love my RC $60usd shoes. Nothing but the best and great styling.
in my case, I found the hard way, MTB specific shoes for me when riding trails. Its up to you if you want to figure it out yourself :D
This was a highly informative video, keep it up Gmbn. These type of videos answer questions for new and inexperienced riders that are too embarassed to asked other riders. I use a Nukeproof scout as my daily runner and had combination pedals on. I recently purchased a pair of Leatt flat shoes and changed the pedals to flats as I found myself spending more time on the flat side of the pedal as opposed to the clip side. since the swap I have grown in confidence running flats which has improved my confidence when I am back in clips on my DH rig. Who would think it?????
Great to hear! Thanks for the feedback 🤘
I’ll weigh in here. I don’t like most “mtb specific shoes”. I think they do it all wrong for some of us. I value a soft but durable sole & a stiff upper. I care more about having the feel of the pedal under foot than just pure stiffness. I’m pretty weird in this regard but I LOVE my Vans BMX shoes w/ the high tops👌🏻. To me they give the right amount of feel & grip. I just wish they had a stiffer upper portion for better ankle support
Same here.
1. Endura Hummvee
2. Etnies Kingpin
They have both served me well throughout the years.
I ride in a pair of really robust hiking shoes, I would say they're better then most mtb shoes except the sole. They can slip mostly when when I gets really bumpy
But not slipping a pedal is like one of if not the most important part.
Coming from the dirt bike world, all the low-top skate-looking (although nothing like skate shoes) mtn bike shoes kind of wigged me out. I'm just too used to dirt bike boots, and I felt "naked" around the ankles with shoes. So currently I use some old The North Face hiking boots that cover my ankles and have a 3/4 shank. They grip almost too good (the pins kind of get locked into the tread) but I'm mostly pretty happy with them. Maybe at some point I'll look into some mtn bike specific high tops.
510 and terrex swift solo best for flat pedals the end
I bought a pair of Vans some years ago specifically for my mtb rides. I love them. Grippy with the pins. Comfy.
My newest pair of vans didn’t last a season on flat pedals.
Pins rip them up?
Vans can´t compete with proper mtb shoes like the 5-10s
You forgot to get Steve on to talk about the advantages of wellies! 😅 I laugh but he actually makes a good point 😊
and they fit like that ✋🤛
Next time!
As someone who got into MTB after being a road cyclist, MTB shoes are definitely worth it. You will absolutely destroy a pair of road cleats on rocks and dirt if you try to use your road shoes on the trail. Having a dedicated pair of MTB shoes that allow you to hike-a-bike with SPD cleats is a must for me.
Ride concepts and leatt shoes are my go to shoes
Wearing FiveTen Freerider Pros + Stamp7 Pedals made all the difference
Atlas Alutec work boots, slightly worn down. My employer provides those and whneever I need a new pair at work, I take the old ones for my biking. best protection and all the grip
Had some clippers mtb shoes but just couldn't get on with them like I do with my road shoes so ended up swapping clippers pedals for flats and got new mtb flat shoes and never looked back best decision I made ( for me)😊
a pair of vans you get from tj max or ross is more than enough
Just restarted mountain biking after many years, am using trail running shoes for now and will see how it goes... After a few shortish rides, they seem to be unfazed by the pins and are doing the job. Plus, if I need to push up anything tricky they'll grip!
An advice. Get intoa bike shop and try on some mtb shoes. Dont shy away from trying on some expensive pair. you have to fell the perfect mtb shoe before you know what you looking for. and yes, it could although be a cheaper pair of mtb shoes.
you can find normal shoes , or other sport related shoes that grip well.
But the perfect mtb shoes are stiff and fit like a glove. There is no movement inside the shoe. they stay there like a sock, doesnt matter what forces act on you. Thats another level of ride comfort you can imagine.
And look out. I have two pairs. Vaude and northwave. They seem pretty similar. but they so different in insolation. one is warm, one is good fpr hot weather. And i dont know why, because they so similar.
@@eve-llblyat2576 One day I'll try dedicated shoes, but I already have trail running shoes (good ones) so I might as well run (sorry!) with them for now and see how it goes - they don't seem to have a problem with the pedal pins (not a mark anywhere) and also fit like a glove - no movement.
They surely won't be quite as good as dedicated shoes, but they may be good enough... Time will tell 🙂
I've been riding around on my hiking shoes and it's been great. They have a big nubby tread and vibram rubber which is nice and grippy. I tried them out cause I got a pair of MTB shoes with a cleat option in case I wanted to go clipless at some point and the super hard rubber was actual death on my flats. They'd slide around all over and the hard molded curved shape of the sole would make finding the bolts on the flats impossible.
Trapping my toes between a rock and the pedal a few times is enough to buy some specific shoes with a protective toe cap.
Sketchers Work shoes have a great sole and a composite toe. They're aren't stiff, but they have saved my toes better than my 5-10s, and if anything, they are too grippy, but they're pretty close to the 5-10 soles
Started riding not long ago and been wearing trail running shoes. There's grip for sure but my toes get numb after a while. Probably need something more rigid for longer rides I guess.
I wear my worn down Scarpa approach shoes once the tread the middle of the foot has gone. Perfect second life
I'm currently looking at budget shoes, at moment between sidi dragon 5 and sidi tiger 2, glad only £400 depends where
The only mountain bike specific shoe that I have is a pair of Muddy Fox flats which I picked up cheap from Sports Direct. Other than that everything else was either picked up in the middle aisle of Aldi and Lidl or Shoe City. My maximum spend has been no more than £30. My latest purchase was a pair of hiking shoes from. Lidl which have been an absolute revelation providing me with plenty of grip both on and off the pedal. There are plenty of viable and less expensive alternatives available to the likes of 5/10s but only if you use your common sense and choose wisely. Mind you if I came across a pair of 5/10’s on very special offer, I’d be an idiot not to pick a pair up.
@ GMBN why no, Five Tens ? I love Shimano stuff but always find thier lower priced shoes ( sub £100 ) out of stock when I want to buy.
I am about to upgrade from trainers/skate shoes to some mtb-specific flat shoes. Specifically to increase support and reduce fatigue due to longer rides) Some protection also would be great! Not feel like a clips dude yet though 🙂
With modern trainer styling I find they have a heel part where the sole actually widens and tapers outwards, so I'd imagine if pedaling in them the shoe would foul on the cranks as they rotate on the upstroke and it'd be dangerous.
I tend to ride in skate style shoes. I tried clips once.. and the operative word there is ONCE
I love flat sole golf shoes, the rubber is so soft the spikes just stab the sole in place 😂
I'd take Milo's advice into consideration he rips on the slopestyle course I've heard 😼
I’d love to have some mountain bike specific shoes, however no one is making them in wide and I have a wide foot. Bummer.
5 10 impact all the way for flat pedal. If youve ever had a rock strike on the toe, you'll understand.
Waterproof hiking boots. May as well be clipped in and can walk.
I wore 510 mountain bike shoes without clips for twenty years. They were stiff and the rubber on the bottoms kinda stuck to the pedals
I wore these kinda shoes because I went from sitting on a forklift all day to standing all day and my feet hurt
Before I discovered these shoes I used to just wear regular tennis shoes with a metal insoles I built at work. Made my feet really tired with those and I only used them for about a week.
I cant believe 510 freeride shoes are cheaper than my Vans BMX specific waffle cup shoes, as much as I love my Vans for riding, I'm gunna save them for BMX and maybe some DJ riding, but since getting the 510 Trailcross GTX winter shoe I'm itching for some Freerides for the warmer dryer season to save my Trailcross GTX for next winter.
Adidas 5Ten Freerider shoes, always on offer somewhere, you can pick up a pair for £45 at Evans Cycles.
I just bought some used 5tens. If you're not icky about it, you can get some with slight wear for 25€. That's the upside of many people quitting their hobbies.
I just wish one manufacturers made a wide fitting MTB flat shoe. I've tried them all, five tens, ride concepts, shimano... Teva made a flat shoe that allowed me to get only 1.5 sizes to big to fit the right width but they're no longer made lol...
Just got a pair of 5 10 shoes. Hopefully my riding performance will improve lol
I think they are worth it as I have not slipped a pedal and killed my shin’s scince swapping to Leatt Shoes
Anyone know if any flat - bottom MTB shoes made with only velcro straps? IOWs not lace - up. Ta
Which shoe does Milo recommend?
vulcanized skate shoes IMO. better pedal feel than MTB shoes. The lack of rock protection kinda sucks, but I'll take it for better pedal feel.
Ever since FiveTen sold their souls and went to sh*t I have been loving my Etnies MTB shoes. They are super comfy and exceeded my expectations coming from the classic Freeriders which set a high bar.
I am using safety shoes for workers. Very stiff and that toe-protection has saved me MANY times. But I am a fatbike rider so I am a bit odd from the beginning 😂
In all my years of mtb & trail bike riding also paramotoring, I always wore leather work boots. Never had a problem.
Recently moved into FiveTens and they stick like shit. Great grip.
I hope they last for you! They were great shoes for a while but they sold out to Adidas and quality has started to lack if you look at the reviews.
@@esurfer89 word! They were good once, now they suck!
Just wear 510s or ride comforta
Five ten's were great until they team up with adidas.
Now the soles suck big time. I find Etnies to be the best choice these days.
Durable, grippy, and better looking then five ten's.
Last few months I ride with Etnies Culvert and they are the best mtb shoes I've ever wore.
From other companies I liked O'neill's Traverse flats.
Get yourself a set of five tens freerider pro, ride them for a month or so and then try normal shoes... They are absolutely worth the money!
Years ago I tried to get a mate into mountain biking. The first time he turned up for a local ride in the Lake District I had to give him my spare helmet and the shoes he turned up in were… flip flops! 😂
I had a pair of Five Ten trail cross shoes in 2023. They were destroyed after 2500 miles. It’s rather disappointing because they were not low cost.
As a total newb to mountain biking, I'd rather put my money towards a bike, helmet and some knee/elbow pads. Shoes for mountain biking sounds like a scam. I've been riding some sort of bike for my entire 47 years on earth (Heavy into BMX in my early 20's) and I've never thought about what type of shoes to wear. Hell, I've rode half-pipe with Sanuks on, beach cruisers with bare feet and my 21 speed road bike with Chucks)! Maybe I'm wrong, but to me it seems like trying to match a type of beanie to snowboarding.
You are wrong it's not a maybe.
Where are Steve Jones wellies?
I have some 510s, they are cool, they seem to be more durable than normal shoes, good grip on the pedals (maybe even too much), but they are quite expensive and honestly, i don't think it's worth the upgrade, i always used to bike on old used up shoes, of corse old shoes have low traction due to used up soles, but some good grippy shoes work really well too, of course they don't offer same protection, but it's fine, i never hit my feet... My bmx vans work really well, really grippy, and i believe bike specific shoes are not worth the steep price, they are better for biking, yes, just not worth the price difference
I'd put purchasing mtb shoes in this order for a newbie. Bike, helmet, shoes, good pedals, gloves, chami, better grips, pads...
I ride Flats and bought some ETNIES for £50, waterproof,thinsulate and grip like glue on the bike...Shit for walking in though..Ha!
Croc pt.2 for defs
£44.99 for skate shoes... In the Noughties maybe. Vans and DCs were going for a bit more the last time I was looking at a pair.
Just wear whatever shoesyou enjoy cycling in the most and don't worry about what other people choose. That's what works for me.
the pedal pins can slaughter trainer soles , plus mtb shoes have better foot protection and water proof ... ride concepts
Not leatt. I just got a pair a month ago and they're falling apart. Not really sure how the inside fabric is so thin. They're worse than nike
I ride Force spd shoes on road and mtb bike
I had five tens now wear the oldest pair of salmon gortex walking boots that I can find
I wear my low-rise work boots with the composite toe. Plenty stiff and grippy on the pedals. Cheap too. I used to wear low-rise waterproof hiking shoes, but they got expensive, and I like the toe box on the work boots.
Crankbrothers ftw!
I ride flats and i've bought 2yrs ago low summer trekking shoes in Decathlon. MTB footwear is too overpriced
Crocs ftw 😂
My 5ten shoes are annoyingly too grippy
I ride in Converse Chuck Taylor’s… decent grip on the pedals and classic style.
Pins rip my hard sole skate shoes. Make good grooves though. Do pins rip mtb shoe soles? Better not......
Why do MTB flats always look like bargain bin skate shoes ?
why not just leather work boots without the steel cap?
Feel free to give them a try and let us know how you get on!
@@gmbn Well thats all I have been using for years. Seems fine to me. I just wondered why you don't mention them.
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To be fair my fiveten freeriders we’re £30 on offer, I’d rather trash them then my nice trainers
Five tens all the way
Dudes and Dudettes, get a new pair of Diety Deftraps and some fresh shoes and experience the grip of fresh shoes and studs, it's like being welded onto the pedals.
Vans. Vans. And more vans.
5 and 10's are more than worth the money.
Rich was faster on flats than clips this is all for show!
MILO!!!!
Milo the destroyer