Shoes for platform pedals?
08-21-06, 02:40 PM
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Shoes for platform pedals?
I'm trying to find a good pair of shoes for riding platforms. I don't want to go clipless but I want a bit more grip on the pedals then what my running shoes give. Any recommendations?
08-21-06, 02:46 PM
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jensonusa.com has some nice ones like these
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...x+Shoe+06.aspx
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...3+Shoe+06.aspx
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...x+Shoe+06.aspx
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...3+Shoe+06.aspx
08-21-06, 03:26 PM
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08-21-06, 03:51 PM
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those impacts look sweet, any idea how the sizing compares to new balance?
08-21-06, 06:28 PM
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On other forums I've read all I here are votes for 5.10's I'm gonna get some asap
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$15 pair of low cut hiking shoes from Big 5 combined with Performance "Stomp" pedals (big ol' platform with pins) have worked for me. Very grippy.
08-21-06, 08:12 PM
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People swear by the impacts. I dont own a pair, but my regular skaters are very good.
08-22-06, 12:41 PM
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I use Vans with the gum rubber soles.
I've been wanting to buy a set of 5 10's, but can't find any locally and hate buying before trying!
I've been wanting to buy a set of 5 10's, but can't find any locally and hate buying before trying!
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08-22-06, 12:54 PM
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Many moons ago when the earth was still cooling and BMX was the new thing we all were wearing Vans, Airwalk, and Chuck Taylors. I have no idea what people are using these days but my Vans and Chucks still grip like hell to the platforms on my comutter.
09-18-06, 04:52 AM
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I find me Globe focus's work great for grip and have thick soles to absorb more impact.
09-18-06, 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by gastro
Five.Ten Impact
661 makes shoes, I don't know where you can buy them though.
