The Perfect Shoes For Cycling

Cycling is among the most popular sports, which many people are very enthusiastic about these days. Whether you are a recreational rider or a professional cyclist, riding a bike should be done properly in order that the experience can be fully enjoyed,  and more importantly, to avoid accidents. Wearing the suitable cycling shoes is necessary in making and keeping the whole experience comfortable and safe. Choosing the right pair will depend on what type of cyclist you are and what really gives you the ease and comfort that you need.

There are plenty of options in the market these days and here is a guide on how to get that perfect choice:

A pair of cycling shoes has distinct characteristics which set it apart from the common sport shoes being worn by many people today. These footwear are specifically made to cater to the basic requirements of riding a bike. The main distinction these shoes have is the stiff soles intended for better transfer of energy from the feet to the bike pedals. Apart from that, cycling shoes are light in weight, fit more snugly to the feet, offer great support, and designed to provide adequate ventilation to the feet. The main goals of such features are to provide comfort and better contact with the pedals.

Experts in cycling sports strongly recommend a specialized type of cycling footwear for both casual and recreational cyclists. Find a pair with hard soles that provides good contact with the pedal. Similarly, you should consider a light hiking shoe or an out door cross-trainer. An alternative choice would be the new cycling footwear design referred to as hybrid cycling or casual footwear. It  appears similar to casual shoes or sandals but possesses the versatility of being useful both for walking and cycling.

For those who are active or professional cyclists, they basically know what design of cycling shoes they need to use. Common design preference include precision cycling footwear, which can endure long hours of riding and provide a solid and good grip on the pedal. What professional cyclists usually have are shoes with clip attached to the toe to keep the foot firmly planted on the pedal and keep them in ideal positions all the time. There are cycling shoes that are specifically designed to fit the pedals of the bike being used.  For instance, there is the mountain biking shoes which are characterize by rather stiff sole,  flex and a rubber-lug outsole and lacing or hook-and-loop strap. These features allow efficient paddling, good traction, and protection to the feet respectively.

Finally there are the road-biking shoes distinct for their stiff soles that do not have much traction and are not designed for walking. The main purpose of these shoes is to facilitate the efficient power transfer to the pedals. These shoes are also lightweight and made to give enough ventilation.

 

Source: http://www.emotocrossblog.com/the-perfect-shoes-for-cycling/

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