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hippy in reply to @frankenbike

I raced here in the UK in a pair of skate shoes on flat pedals so yeah maybe I should just look at getting a better pair of flat pedal riding shoes. Are there any MTB shoes made for this? I have Five 10s but they're kinda freeride shoes and not so stiff, nor do they drain water much.
I've still got https://bigchaps.com/products/catalyst-pedal on my todo list but I just don't do any MTBing here so it's kinda out of my radar.

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frankenbike in reply to @hippy

I'm too cheap to buy nice MTB shoes so for me they either have no grip on the pedals (walking boots etc.) or no grip on muddy icy slopes/paths.

But I think they exist, maybe @platypus or @TvH or someone can recommend something specific

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platypus in reply to @frankenbike

I always use Inov8 trail running shoes on flat pedals, no idea why others don't.
Obviously they are incredible for hike-a-bike.
They have laces so fitment is very adjustable and comfy. Roomy toebox.
Lightweight and drain very well so if it rains your feet dry out quicker than any other shoes.
I also like riding in Tevas for fun.
SPD is not always the answer.

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