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While it’s true that you can ride your bike in any old pair of shoes if you’re going to ride regularly – and I hope that you are! – it’s in your best interest to get a pair of cycling shoes that were designed especially for the sport. Choosing the perfect pair of mountain biking shoes will help keep your feet comfortable even if you’re riding up or down a steep grade, and I’d like to help you select the best pair for your needs. If you’re wondering why you should purchase a pair, it’s because the proper cycling shoes are essential for your own safety and comfort as you embark on each biking journey.
Cycling Shoes vs. Athletic Shoes
Just as runners shouldn’t wear dress shoes or flip-flops while running a marathon, bikers should wear the proper shoes for their sport. Cycling shoes are typically designed with stiffer soles than other athletic shoes – this is done to provide more efficient energy transfer while you are pedaling.
The stiffer soles also offer additional protection to your feet as you ride your bike, and they support the entire length of each foot to help reduce the possibility of fatigue and cramping. Mountain biking shoes still have enough flexibility in them to allow for good traction while you are walking on rugged trails with your bike.
Why You Need Cycling Shoes
You can go out cycling in just about any shoes, even your flip-flops. But if you want to get the most out of your cycling experience, bike shoes are a must-have. Here are a few reasons shoes specific to this sport are more than just a good idea.
Comfort: Cycling shoes are made out of materials that allow air to flow through them over your feet. This keeps your feet from becoming all clammy with sweat, making for a much more comfortable ride. You will notice as you shop that a number of them have visible air vents for this purpose. Mountain biking shoes are made flexible to cater for those
Cycle longer, and harder: The rigid design of most bike riding shoes allow your feet to relax inside them as they are properly supported. Relaxed feet are less susceptible to cramp. They also enable your muscles of your feet to balance the workload better, leaving them less likely to succumb to fatigue.
Safety: Cycling shoes come with a thick sole to keep your feet protected from injury.
Choosing Bike Riding Shoes
Here are a few considerations to bear in mind when going shopping for cycling shoes.
Kind of bike riding: There are different kinds of shoes for different kinds of riding. If you are occasionally riding over a short distance, you can get hybrid shoes that will serve you both when walking and riding. Some of them are designed to be compatible with clipless pedals.
Did you know...?
The type of biking shoe you get will be dictated by the kind of bike you have. If you are clipping cleats onto your shoes, they need to be compatible with your pedals.
Shoes meant for mountain bikers have a stiff sole but are flexible enough to allow you to walk in places where you have to push your bike. Road biking shoes usually have the stiffest soles and have little to no grip. They are not meant for extended walking.
Shoe size: Choose a shoe that will not be so big it will easily slip off but at the same time will not be so small it inhibits the free movement of your foot and toes. When shopping for shoes online, you need to be careful to specify the right shoe size when ordering.
Closing the shoe: Depending on your personal preference, you can buy bike riding shoes that can be laced up, strapped up, or buckled. Mountain bikers may not want shoes with laces as they are hard to get on and off in muddy conditions. Those with Velcro straps might be preferable for them. But laces let you fasten the shoes to the point you are most comfortable. Take a look at this quality online resource for bike-shoes..
Cycling Shoes with Mount
Once you have a pair of cycling shoes, you will still need one more piece of equipment: a pair of cleats that match your bike pedals, to attach to your shoes. They will allow you to fasten your shoes to your bike pedals. Mountain biking shoes attach to your pedals if you seek greater control and efficiency while cycling. Once you have metal cleats for your shoes that correspond to your bicycle pedals, you'll need to do the following (you will need to do this on each shoe):
- Remove the insoles from your mountain biking shoes and turn them over, so they soles lie facing upward.
- There should be a detachable piece of rubber located on the front third of the sole of each shoe. Remove the piece of rubber, and you will see a hole through each sole.
- Take the cleat and the screws that came with it, and place it on the sole of the shoe. Make sure that the cleat and screws are lined up with the inner nut. The nut needs to be inside your shoe while the cleat is on the outside of your shoe.
- Tighten the screws into place with an Allen wrench, and replace the insoles of your shoes. Now you should be good to go.
Did you know...?
Did you know that there are double-sided clip-on pedals which can be clipped onto your bike cleats on both sides?
This is very handy for beginners as it makes it easy to clip and unclip your bicycle cleats without looking down - remember, safety means always keeping your eyes on the road, no matter what!
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