Shoes

[swiftylee]

Hi got some spd sl shoes and pedals and managed to eat Tarmac within 10 mins..

Decided that clip in is not for me..

So can I convert the shoes to normal or can anyone recommend a good non clip in shoe and pedal

 

[uclown2002]

You're quitting already?

 

[DooDah]

I think we have all been there, some on more than one occasion , give it time, you won't regret it.

 

[FeistySquirrel]

You just need some settling in time. Whilst cycling on quiet roads, practice clipping in and out as your move too. You'll have the hang of it by the end of the day :-)

 

[SteCenturion]

Better still - if your pride/confidence has taken a hit try this -

Get your bike in the house & lean it & yourself against a wall - living room is good (while watching the Tour of Catalunya maybe) -
Then just practice flicking your foot out & clipping back in -

No prying eyes - no sniggering - no shame in this at all - done it myself - worth the effort.

 

[rb58]

Hi got some spd sl shoes and pedals and managed to eat Tarmac within 10 mins..

Decided that clip in is not for me..

So can I convert the shoes to normal or can anyone recommend a good non clip in shoe and pedal

As,others have said. Give it time, it'll soon be second nature and you'll start reaping the benefit. It'll be worth it.

 

[swiftylee]

to be fair wanted cycling to be enjoyable and my bike is mint eating tarmac and trashing the bike is not for me so could anyone point me in the direction of shoes etc. I rode a 117 mile ride last year in trainers and was quite happy they are just a bit wide

 

[vickster]

Take the cleats off and use the shoes with toe clips

Spd easier than spd ls with the benefit of being able to walk. Get a double sided pedal and you can use trainers if you want

Same question asked yesterday. http://www.cyclechat.net/threads/cycling-shoes.152480/

Or get some narrower trainers?