What shoes (women)

Yeah I'm considering another pair of cycling shoes for bad weather. I wasn't cycling in the rain much today but even just the spray from the road on my DZR's started to seep through a little bit. I don't think they are very waterproof. Still fucking awesome though.

I got a pair of the Lake 140s. Cyclesurgery have got them on their website reduced to £55. Admittedly, they're not the prettiest boots but they are wind/water proof. I got caught in the rain in them yesterday and my feet stayed dry. They haven't been severely tested in the cold yet - just that little snap we had last week - but with a thin pair of merino socks underneath, my feet were warm - and there's room to get a thicker pair of socks in them.

They look really good but they don't stock my damn size :(

Damn 37 feet.

I go seal skinz socks for waterproof ed ness. Sock liners for warmth and overshoes (which Ive just realised I sold. Bugger) for extra warmth and waterproofedness.
Cheaper than getting new shooz.

^^^ ooh they look the biz.
how do Lake sizes compare? I'm a 41 in Diadora and something else.

I'm a 37-38 in normal shoes, I'm a 39 in my Specialized and I've got a 39 in the Lakes too although they feel a little shorter but wider than the Specialized. Does that help?

Yeah I'm considering another pair of cycling shoes for bad weather. I wasn't cycling in the rain much today but even just the spray from the road on my DZR's started to seep through a little bit. I don't think they are very waterproof. Still fucking awesome though.

Scotch Guard, or the UK equivalent.

Grangers.
http://www.aboveandbeyond.co.uk/.G-Wax-Leather-Footwear-Protection-80g-_5016652310010.htm

I go seal skinz socks for waterproof ed ness. Sock liners for warmth and overshoes (which Ive just realised I sold. Bugger) for extra warmth and waterproofedness.
Cheaper than getting new shooz.

I still have to get nu shooz as I am making the switch to road shooz so the woman who did my bike fit can wedge up one side to compensate for a leg length discrepancy. Not really possible with mtb shoes.

So just get one pair that will do for all seasons, and accessorise your shoe accordingly.
Overshoes are a bit cumbersome but toasty and dry. Perfect! You don't need them with Seal skinz, one or the other.

Well, maybe I'll just go for those excellently blue-flowerdy Sidis, then.
Hm. Anyone know they are 40 in Sidis and like these adn want to take them off my hands if they don't fit? I'm a 39 in specialized but have heard I might be 40 in Sidi but don't want to get screwed if it's not quite right.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SiDi-Genius-5-Pro-Carbon-Size-EUR-40-Womens-/320781315849?_trksid=p4340.m185&_trkparms=algo%3DSIC.NPJS%26its%3DI%26itu%3DUA%26otn%3D5%26pmod%3D190567392710%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D3768250800315017422#ht_500wt_959

If your usual (non-cycling) shoe size is 39 then 40 in a Sidi should do you. I am same size... :)

Alternatively... if I get an insurance claim settled in the next few weeks I will probably 'retire' one or two of my pairs of Sidis. Will offer them here first.

Ooh. That'd be SO EXCELLENT!

I'm a 40. Sarah, if you end up with any mtb sidis to sell I'll take a look please?

Shall keep you ladies in mind!

I've never used them. I've only used Sidi 'regualr' road shoes and they were so uncomfortable (I think they're half a size too small, dammit) that I think I'm going to send up selling them. They've been used once and retailed at about £120.
Would some of those shoe covers do the trick over your 'regular' riding shoes Jayloo?

I'm a 37-38 in normal shoes, I'm a 39 in my Specialized and I've got a 39 in the Lakes too although they feel a little shorter but wider than the Specialized. Does that help?

well now, that's just confusing! I'm usually a 42 in normal shoes, but both my cycling shoes are 41s...

I might get some overshoes instead, less to think about...

Sidi's come up really small. They're odd sizing so it's definitely worth trying them on first.

Would some of those shoe covers do the trick over your 'regular' riding shoes Jayloo?

Problem is that I still have to swap to road shoes. I figured since it's nearly winter and last year was awful, despite thick winter socks, I would jump the gun and get winter road shoes instead of splashing out on Sidis that I would then have to buy covers for, as well.

Malaysian mentioned these in the main shoe thread, touting Chain Reaction's returns policy:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=31743&PartnerID=2812&awc=2698_1319721034_586151b466ed96f98cd6b8bdbcc38277

Sidi's come up really small. They're odd sizing so it's definitely worth trying them on first.

They really do! I'm usually a UK3 and the pair I have is a 4 and they're still too tight. I know they're supposed to be a snug fit, but causing cramping and hobbling for 2 days after wear, I suspect isn't really the aim!

I should clarify that I (having wide feet) buy mens Sidis and they fit splendidly. I haven't bought any womens-specific ones as yet. I have a pair of 40 Sidi winter boots and I wondered if I should have gone up a size further to allow for sockage. When I wore them earlier in the year they were so toasty that I didn't need more than a pair of sealskinz underneath (and there's always overshoes).

Malaysian mentioned these in the main shoe thread, touting Chain Reaction's returns policy:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=31743&PartnerID=2812&awc=2698_1319721034_586151b466ed96f98cd6b8bdbcc38277

There are a few winter boot road shoes but they're expensive, especially if you need to get other road shoes for the non winter too.
Seriously, just get some overshoes. You can get lined neoprene ones that will definitely keep your feet warm and dry and they're £30 max. It's all you need.

Wicksie, I love you really I do, but my toes well remember last winter and I must respectfully disagree. Mind you, I have circulation problems so that makes me 'special' rolls eyes

I'm with the boots posse this winter. Bought mine during the summer sales.

I did have some overshoes before I found the Lakes - and yes, they worked. But it was such a faff putting them on and taking them off so that I could get to the shoe fasteners. With the boots, I can just quickly pull them on/off and if there's a sudden downpour on the way home (like Tuesday), my feet are still dry.

Btw if you're not sure on sizing and there's a Cyclesurgery near you, they're quite good about getting things in for you to try on or look at without committing to buying.