Originally Posted by
acidfast7
Because they look like crap. I do understand that trainers/"sneakers" are acceptable footwear outside of the gym in North America.
perhaps at a fancy restaurant but this is simply not true at most cafes, pubs, bars, and restaurants.
I always carry a bow tie with me if I don't have a jacket.
trolling.
And a fair bit of pubs won't allow them depending on the flooring they have (mostly solid wood).
i don't know what sort of pubs you frequent but i've worn clipless shoes in many dozens of pubs in the UK and have never been turned away (even stuffy pubs in the city). ditto for bars/cafes in southern europe.
It's not a workable option for people who use bikes as sole transport.
