[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread Ron Mc
hey bro, I'm happy to hear of you wearing shoes on a bike On Sunday, September 15, 2013 7:56:15 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: I'm glad you've found what works for you. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
Just moccasins. Come winter. These are for running in the wet cold (25˚F-45˚F) of Autumn and Spring. THese don't grip a smooth oak pedal like my barefoot or the leather does. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, September 16, 2013 6:24:38 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: hey bro, I'm happy to hear of you

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread EGNolan
Patrick, Do you or someone you know make the moccasins or do you purchase them? I've been taking my lunch walks through the park barefoot enjoy it. I wear pretty minimal (ish) Teva sandals most days and I'd like to do more similar walking/riding but can't afford to try too many options for

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread Mike
I have a friend who swears by these folks for information and shoes. http://naturalrunningcenter.com --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread Evan Baird
I've been trying to get a casual cycling shoe made by these folks out in Mariposa. They make really nice moccasins for hunting and renaissance faires. I have a pair of the 2 button boots. http://oldesoles.com/shop/images/cat-sandals/ghillies/ghillies.jpg http://www.nativearth.net/ I sent a

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
Mike, your friend is right -- that's a great site for info. Eric, my moccasins are made by Bonnie at http://beyondcomfort.com. She made our family's moccasins a style not on her site, a below the ankle with laces and tongue. She does an incredible job building up her last to match the

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-16 Thread Jon Doyle
Soft Star Dash RunAmochttp://www.softstarshoes.com/adult-shoes/dash-runamoc-all-smooth-black.html, with trail sole. They don't look so historic, and work very well. Nice interface with rubber block pedals. Jon Watertown, MA On Monday, September 16, 2013 6:07:26 PM UTC-4, Evan Baird wrote:

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-15 Thread Deacon Patrick
Your right, Ron, room for toe and forefoot splay is critical. I like to have an extra 1/4-1/2 width (total from both sides) on the sides, as the foot splays that much when running. I'm glad you've found what works for you. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, September 14, 2013 10:23:34 PM

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread Zack
thanks for the tips patrick! i think those unshoes look like they might be a bit better, i like the option of being able to wear socks and wear them when it's cooler. On Friday, September 13, 2013 3:38:58 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: These might be a good option for someone wanting as

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread Deacon Patrick
Sure, Zack. Injinji toe socks are always an option too. Their wool socks are pretty good. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, September 14, 2013 2:06:17 PM UTC-6, Zack wrote: thanks for the tips patrick! i think those unshoes look like they might be a bit better, i like the option of being

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread bobish
Vivobarefoot makes a very nice shoe and they have lots of models. I'm on my first pair and they wear like iron. http://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/ • Perry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread Deacon Patrick
Since we're listing minimalist shoe options, here are ones I know of not yet mentioned that may work for you: Merrill Barefoot Altra Vibram FiveFingers Luna Sandals XeroShoes (sandals, actually) Born to Run With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread Ron Mc
Merrills are very lightweight and with substantial support - (I have high-arch ice-skate feet). Proterras are my choice for Grip King pedals. On Saturday, September 14, 2013 3:40:59 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Since we're listing minimalist shoe options, here are ones I know of not

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread Deacon Patrick
Merrill also has a line of barefoot shoes (I know, right?!), which have far less to no cushioning or support. My only problem with them is they are last shaped rather than foot shaped. When I started going barefoot, I had flat feet and had needed orthotics since I was 12. My feet strengthened

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread Ron Mc
on my caged pedals I have to wear shoes with shanks - Chrome - part of that is riding on the ball of my foot. With Grip Kings and the Proterra Sports I'm riding with the pedal centered on my arch. The Proterra Sports are as light as sandals and have all the support I need on my grip kings.

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-14 Thread cyclotourist
The Loulus are supposed to be pretty nice for minimalist office-wear: http://www.patagonia.com/us/product/mens-loulu-shoe?p=79513-0-520 On 9/14/13, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: on my caged pedals I have to wear shoes with shanks - Chrome - part of that is riding on the ball of my foot.

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-13 Thread Zack
I have been considering getting a pair of these: http://bedrocksandals.com/earthquake-sandals-v2/ I liked that you could pay a little extra and get totally customized sizing/soles. Have you tried them? Looking for something that i could use on the bike and in the water for swims that i

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-13 Thread Deacon Patrick
I haven't tried those specifically, but I ran in huaraches (that same style, essentially a flip-flop with a heel strap), both manufactured and homemade, for about two years. They are fantastic, and if you have odd feet the custom is a great way to go. The Bedrocks have too much cushioning for

[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

2013-09-13 Thread Christopher Murray
Howdy! I love the Soft Star Runamoc and Runamoc Dash- mostly running and casual. I have several pairs and they have held up to daily wear for a few years. Nice people and MUSA. http://www.softstarshoes.com/running-moccasins.html Cheers! cm -- You received this message because you are