Driving shoe recommendations?
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If you don't mind me asking, what do you drive?
A Dacia Sandero and Hyundai Tucson.
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Yeah, me too. I'll drive in whatever I happen to be wearing, whether that be Adidas samba, Harley Davidson boots, or chunky skate shoes. I've never felt the need to have specific shoes to press pedals.
I don't think I'm in the right climate for it. I need heavy boots to counter the cold and snow, and I can't be bothered to change shoes every time I get in and out of the car.
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I wouldn't call it life-changing, but driving a manual with thin, flat soles makes a noticeable difference. Driving in my hiking boots feels like trying to use a game controller with thick ski gloves on.
Spring to fall, I drive in bare feet whenever it's appropriate. It's so much more direct and comfortable. That said, I prefer bare feet when possible anyway - I realize it's not for everyone.
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A Dacia Sandero and Hyundai Tucson.
Nice! That makes sense. You might have more room around the pedals and a higher seating position. My legs are far more in front of me than under me, and the pedals are very close together.
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What driving shoes do you recommend?
I love my Simpson racing boots, but they don't match my street clothes, and they're a bit much for short trips. Same deal with my OMP boots. All of my other shoes lack the rounded heel and tend to catch on the floor and lack the smooth roll off for fine controll. Solid black leather would be best, but I'm open to other options.
take off your shoes and drive barefoot for maximum control, then change back into shoes for your workday
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What driving shoes do you recommend?
I love my Simpson racing boots, but they don't match my street clothes, and they're a bit much for short trips. Same deal with my OMP boots. All of my other shoes lack the rounded heel and tend to catch on the floor and lack the smooth roll off for fine controll. Solid black leather would be best, but I'm open to other options.
I haven't personally tried them, but maybe pilotis? Bonus is that some of their shoes look casual enough to wear out and about
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I haven't personally tried them, but maybe pilotis? Bonus is that some of their shoes look casual enough to wear out and about
Thanks for the tip. I'll take a look.
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take off your shoes and drive barefoot for maximum control, then change back into shoes for your workday
I keep hearing this, but I don't think it's for me. So many people seem to like it that I'll at least respect it, but I can't imagine liking that.
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Spring to fall, I drive in bare feet whenever it's appropriate. It's so much more direct and comfortable. That said, I prefer bare feet when possible anyway - I realize it's not for everyone.
Thanks for responding. It's probably not for me, but I hear that a lot of people prefer barefoot. I womder if the toe-shoes are a compromise.
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Thanks for the tip. I'll take a look.
Off topic but i'm curious: what car(s) are you driving/tracking in? I eventually plan on converting my current car into a more track-oriented build
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What driving shoes do you recommend?
I love my Simpson racing boots, but they don't match my street clothes, and they're a bit much for short trips. Same deal with my OMP boots. All of my other shoes lack the rounded heel and tend to catch on the floor and lack the smooth roll off for fine controll. Solid black leather would be best, but I'm open to other options.
A long time ago, I had a pair of Puma shoes that had a similar look to F1 driving shoes, and they were awesome due to their light weight and thin soles - ever since then I’ve a convert to that style of shoe.
Maybe consider the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66? It’s a timeless design with plenty of colorways, so you should be able to get one that suits your tastes. They are also available in mid-runner form in case you want more of a boot fit (padded ankle).
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A long time ago, I had a pair of Puma shoes that had a similar look to F1 driving shoes, and they were awesome due to their light weight and thin soles - ever since then I’ve a convert to that style of shoe.
Maybe consider the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66? It’s a timeless design with plenty of colorways, so you should be able to get one that suits your tastes. They are also available in mid-runner form in case you want more of a boot fit (padded ankle).
I do like the look of the Puma Speedcat. I've heard good things about Onitsuka Tiger. They look pretty good, too. Thank you.
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Off topic but i'm curious: what car(s) are you driving/tracking in? I eventually plan on converting my current car into a more track-oriented build
Nothing fancy. It's a Miata, but I love it.
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What driving shoes do you recommend?
I love my Simpson racing boots, but they don't match my street clothes, and they're a bit much for short trips. Same deal with my OMP boots. All of my other shoes lack the rounded heel and tend to catch on the floor and lack the smooth roll off for fine controll. Solid black leather would be best, but I'm open to other options.
Maybe a weird take, but check out some fencing shoes. There’s a ton of variety but they seem to have the traits you’re looking for:
- Rounded heel
- Responsive up in the toes
- Generally look like normal street shoes
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Nothing fancy. It's a Miata, but I love it.
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I keep hearing this, but I don't think it's for me. So many people seem to like it that I'll at least respect it, but I can't imagine liking that.
I wear moccasins for this reason. Thin, responsive, lightweight. But then you do have to change when you're done.
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I keep hearing this, but I don't think it's for me. So many people seem to like it that I'll at least respect it, but I can't imagine liking that.
If you want to feel what the car is doing, it's great.
If you want to feel the clutch point, it's great.
If you want to have precise throttle control, it's great.
If you want to have protection in a fire, not so great. -
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