redkow97 Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 As important as I'm told fit is, I am hesitant to buy from eBay ...but the deals are sooooo good. Like $30 shipped for $150 shoes with 1 season of light use. How much do I need to spend on new clipless mtb shoes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 I have SPD pedals already. Got 2 sets from a friend who has a bucket full... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 I think I paid $45 for mine from the local bike shop. That being said I quit using them on the mountain bike and just use them on the road bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 A good stiff clipless cycling shoe does make a difference in comfort and efficiency, especially for road riding. I tried to use road shoes once but the lack of ability to walk safely in the shoes is a turn off. So I only use MTB shoes when riding on the road. For the fatbike I use BMX pedals. The large platform works well with boots for the winter and allows me to put a foot down quicker when I fail to clear an obstacle off road. Given my lack of skill that is quite often Some of the off brand MTB shoes are decent at around $100 but most of the $50 shoes I have tried have been entirely too flexible, uncomfortable or both. Unfortunately this is one of those items where it is hard to go cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 I am trying to not cheap out on stuff that touches my body, which is why $180 shoes on eBay for $50 are more appealing than spending the same money on cheaper shoes. Sidi makes MTB shoes, and I own MC boots that I can (hopefully) use to compare fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 You can adjust part of the fit with different insoles which you might want with used shoes. They're kind of shaped like soccer cleats with small soles and uppers that wrap around anyway, but harder for wide feet even in the store. Look at ventilation and what temp you plan on riding, avoiding sweaty or freezing toes is a plus. Also a stiff sole is your friend unless you plan on far hike-a-bike and commuting. I've had Nike, Shimano, Cannondale, Specialized, Northwave, LG, Bont, Sidi Most bought online only the LG, Bont, pearl izumi were unwearable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 So "support your local bike shop" for the first pair at least. Find what fits, then deal hunt on the second set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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