tdister

I am currently using some ancient thrift store Shimano shoes and am in need of a new pair. I need something walkable. Not all day walkable nec., but some tread. Besides that and needing a halfway reasonable price, I am not too picky.

One thing I really like about my current pair is the large patch of white reflective material on the heel and am having a hard time finding any new one's with it. Some have piping or the logo reflective, but no where near as good as mine and not very effective. Anyone?

mentat6059

just buy some 3m reflective tape

subdermis2000

Have a look at these https://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCEqP...jsp?spid=33273 I've got a pair and can walk stairs (almost) normally.

supcom

If you'll just purchase a set of reflective ankle bands, you don't need to worry about buying a shoe based on the size of the rear reflective patch. You can then select your shoe based on fit, function, and price.

RonH

+1
That's what I do with all my commuting shoes.

Pat

Well reflective material works some. But you have to be in the headlights for it to work. I much prefer active lighting systems like a good strong blinkie or better yet 2 good strong blinkies.

Now I recall once driving at very low speeds on a dark & rainy night and I looked up ahead and saw these 2 very small lights going up and down on the road in front of me. It turned out to be the little tiny reflectors on the pedals of a bike ridden by someone in dark, dark clothing, no other reflectors and no lights. Obviously he had stripped his bike of the other reflectors but those were so small that he must have missed them.

So even small reflectors like the ones on the back of shoes can make a difference. But I think there are better ways to go.

tdister

I have lights, I have reflectors and reflective tape on my bikes...really not interested in applying tape to my shoes.

Just want some shoes with decent size reflective patches built in. These work very well (better than standard pedal reflectors), but are nearing the end of their life.

Subdermis: Do you happen to have a pic of the back? I have found some with reflective logos or tiny patches(nickel sized), but it was such a small amount as to not be effective. Thank for the link.

Raleigh Chopper

I have a pair of Specialized Taho MTBs (I use them for my road bike too) - very roomy, fine for walking in (part-flexi sole) + lots of power on the pedals, big reflective bits on each heel, nice and wide (I have very wide feet), very comfortable, breathable and affordable at about £40. I did a quick search and found them for sale here: https://www.cyclestore.co.uk/productD...1646&catID=218 and a review (which I would agree with completely) here: https://www.bikemagic.com/review/revi...78851364#14472 . Only downside is that they're a bit chilly in the winter (they're not winter shoes), but I just ride with thick socks. You could get overshoes if you have delicate little feet Personally I don't see the point in a lot of winter gear anyway - I'm happy riding in a single layer and summer weight gloves and shoes at minus 5 celsius (which is a normal winter temperature in my neck of the woods).

subdermis2000

Sorry, no pics. While not strictly rectangular, the patches are approx 1 1/2 " wide x 3/4" tall.

tdister

Ok, thanks for the info then. That sounds like it would work just fine. I'll post some pics of these or whatever else I end up with.