Originally Posted by
roadiespinner
Beverly,
I bought a pair of used Sidis on ebay, and while I have several pair with the old style latch I was not familiar with the new latch. I tried them on and was unable to get them off. I kept making them tighter and tighter, on my feet. Finally I went on the internet and googled Sidi to find the instructions to work the latch. Now I don't wear them, out of fear of being "trapped again". [Good thing I know how to operate the buckle on my helmet.]
Looks like we have the same brand. I had the instructions that came with the shoes and I just referenced it after I got home from the ride.
I had been wearing the Lakes and Specialized all winter. Their buckles open by pulling up on the latch...the Sidis I have open by pushing down on a lever.
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