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09-20-06 | 06:29 PM
#26
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From: Salem, MA
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i had an idea for a clips and straps specific shoe,
internal reinforcement on the top of the shoe designed to distribute the pressure of the strap across the top of the foot and to allow you to keep the straps tighter and maintain comfort,
removable "beams" that run through the center of the sole that can be slid out from the back of the heel and thrown in your bag when you want more flexibility in the sole.
make it look like any other low profile sneaker
internal reinforcement on the top of the shoe designed to distribute the pressure of the strap across the top of the foot and to allow you to keep the straps tighter and maintain comfort,
removable "beams" that run through the center of the sole that can be slid out from the back of the heel and thrown in your bag when you want more flexibility in the sole.
make it look like any other low profile sneaker
09-20-06 | 07:03 PM
#27
jooseyo
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From: The Holy City
Originally Posted by Hawk Wheels
I have one of those jackets, it is awesome! Designed for motorcyclists, so maybe the g-string thing works better for that. The strap is removable and the back is a nice flap for street slime/rain/snow/etc.
I used it a lot last winter and will do so this year as well.
is there any way at all that I could possibly get my hands on one of those now? Im about to sell my car and ride year round again and I plan on building a chopper over the winter. I dont think the old mechanics jacket is going to take the beating.
09-20-06 | 07:54 PM
#28
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Possibly a stupid question, but are Amy Bolger and Kevin Bolger (Squid) related?
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09-20-06 | 08:31 PM
#30
Dismount Run Remount etc.
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From: Some Latitude and Some Longitude
Bikes: A couple customs and some beaters.
I'm not one for shameless coverage really, but I think these guys are doing a great job of bringing the coverage back to the community of messengers. Good work guys; just don't start buying Bentleys and spinnerzz.
09-20-06 | 08:47 PM
#31
Originally Posted by sers
i had an idea for a clips and straps specific shoe,
internal reinforcement on the top of the shoe designed to distribute the pressure of the strap across the top of the foot and to allow you to keep the straps tighter and maintain comfort,
removable "beams" that run through the center of the sole that can be slid out from the back of the heel and thrown in your bag when you want more flexibility in the sole.
make it look like any other low profile sneaker
internal reinforcement on the top of the shoe designed to distribute the pressure of the strap across the top of the foot and to allow you to keep the straps tighter and maintain comfort,
removable "beams" that run through the center of the sole that can be slid out from the back of the heel and thrown in your bag when you want more flexibility in the sole.
make it look like any other low profile sneaker
09-21-06 | 04:12 AM
#32
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Originally Posted by Tangsooyuk
is there any way at all that I could possibly get my hands on one of those now? Im about to sell my car and ride year round again and I plan on building a chopper over the winter. I dont think the old mechanics jacket is going to take the beating.
09-21-06 | 05:53 AM
#33
i don't stop
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From: basel, switzerland
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Originally Posted by sers
removable "beams" that run through the center of the sole that can be slid out from the back of the heel and thrown in your bag when you want more flexibility in the sole.
a removable insert for the outer sole that could be exchanged
for a harder or softer heal.
an interchangable plate, as suggested by enlacalle, would be ideal.
(now puma just needs to step in...)
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09-21-06 | 06:35 AM
#34
Run What 'Ya Brung
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I don't know how much pull the bike messenger team
has with Puma, but if you could somehow persuade
them that making an attractive SPD-compatible bike
shoe would be in their interest, I think we would all
be eternally greatful.
has with Puma, but if you could somehow persuade
them that making an attractive SPD-compatible bike
shoe would be in their interest, I think we would all
be eternally greatful.
09-21-06 | 07:49 AM
#35
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From: Budapest, Hungary
There are dozens of attractive SPD-compatible bike shoes out there. We don't need Puma to make one, cuz Adidas are already making a ****load of better ones than Puma ever could. Just sayin'
There's also Specialized and shimano with a couple of nice pieces etc.
I couldn't find a pic of the nicest ones, BTW. One of the 2006 Adidas' is super sexxy
There's also Specialized and shimano with a couple of nice pieces etc.
I couldn't find a pic of the nicest ones, BTW. One of the 2006 Adidas' is super sexxy
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09-21-06 | 07:54 AM
#36
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Originally Posted by travsi
i remember there was a shoe made by nike (i think) that had
a removable insert for the outer sole that could be exchanged
for a harder or softer heal.
an interchangable plate, as suggested by enlacalle, would be ideal.
(now puma just needs to step in...)
a removable insert for the outer sole that could be exchanged
for a harder or softer heal.
an interchangable plate, as suggested by enlacalle, would be ideal.
(now puma just needs to step in...)
09-21-06 | 08:05 AM
#37
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From: Brooklyn
puma has been a sponsor for other pro cyclist and still have yet to make a spd shoe. I remember seeing pics of April Lawyer who was sponsored by puma put tape on her spd shoes and sharpie puma logos on them.
09-21-06 | 08:18 AM
#38
Not Badass, it's Tim.
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From: NYC
Bikes: NJS Peloton, 2002 fuji track, 2002 fuji league (MIA), 2005 bianchi pista, Chopper from NoName Customs.
Puma also has their hands in Nascar. Dale Jr. wears their racing gloves and shoes. They were also featured in that Talladega Nights movie.
Marketing...
Marketing...
09-21-06 | 08:32 AM
#39
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From: basel, switzerland
Bikes: soma rush, giro
Originally Posted by dirtyphotons
i have prescription orthotics that i stick in my shoes for arch support. they seem to work for providing stiffness as well. dunno if the drugstore kind would work or not but it's a thought.
the stiffening device without removing the shoe.
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09-21-06 | 08:57 AM
#41
jooseyo
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From: The Holy City
Originally Posted by LóFarkas
I couldn't find a pic of the nicest ones, BTW. One of the 2006 Adidas' is super sexxy
https://www.pricepoint.com/detail/145...=15&zmap=14562
09-21-06 | 09:33 AM
#42
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From: Dallas
Originally Posted by LóFarkas
There are dozens of attractive SPD-compatible bike shoes out there.
09-21-06 | 09:45 AM
#43
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Originally Posted by euphoria
None of those look like regular street shoes, though. I want some that are like, "What? No ****ing way! Let me see the bottom."
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09-21-06 | 09:58 AM
#44
fix the sticks
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From: frederick, MD
as far as cool looking SPD shoes, I think adidas should start making something like these again:
https://www.rapha.cc/images/products/111_history.jpg
https://www.rapha.cc/images/products/111_history.jpg
09-21-06 | 10:10 AM
#46
Originally Posted by Aeroplane
According to the website, there were only 20(!) made... but like my friend said before he bought a mechanical dancing skeleton from a hotdog vendor, "Everything has a price."
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09-21-06 | 10:16 AM
#47
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Those all rely on lace closures which suck.
Whats needed is.
-stiff as ****(walking in a stiff shoe isn't that bad)
-soft rubber on the bottom for traction
-good closure system
-tolerable looks.
If you just want something that looks normal get some of the bmx style spds that just look like skate shoes with slightly thicker soles.
Whats needed is.
-stiff as ****(walking in a stiff shoe isn't that bad)
-soft rubber on the bottom for traction
-good closure system
-tolerable looks.
If you just want something that looks normal get some of the bmx style spds that just look like skate shoes with slightly thicker soles.
09-21-06 | 02:42 PM
#49
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Originally Posted by LóFarkas
There are dozens of attractive SPD-compatible bike shoes out there. We don't need Puma to make one, cuz Adidas are already making a ****load of better ones than Puma ever could. Just sayin'
I couldn't find a pic of the nicest ones, BTW. One of the 2006 Adidas' is super sexxy
I couldn't find a pic of the nicest ones, BTW. One of the 2006 Adidas' is super sexxy
09-21-06 | 02:47 PM
#50
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From: Brooklyn
Originally Posted by mcatano
I think there were 20 available in NY at a store in the LES and 20 available in SF through HUF. I tried one on in NYC last christmas, but the smallest size they had was a Medium. Had it fit I probably would've bought it as it was a really nice cycling jacket - it seemed like it would've been great in the winter muck. The air filter thing is admittedly gimmicky, but I like gimmicks. Sue me.
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