Shoes for these pedals please can you advise ?

[numbnuts]

I think these are the wrong shoes. The OP requires 2 bolt SPD compatible not 3 bolt SPD-SL.

They do take TWO bolts that's what I'm using

 

[Tiny01]

Like these & in sizes required , suitable or anyone have them please ?

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/shimano-r171-road-spd-shoes-wide-fit-2016/rp-prod127716

 

[Spiderweb]

They do take TWO bolts that's what I'm using

My mistake, they do take both 2 and 3 bolt cleats. There is no picture of the sole but I believe the metal cleat is not recessed, they will be pretty lethal to walk in especially on wet Tarmac and they will mark any wood or laminate floor. I wouldn't recommend these shoes when using 2 bolt SPD cleats.

 

[wonderloaf]

Like these & in sizes required , suitable or anyone have them please ?

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/shimano-r171-road-spd-shoes-wide-fit-2016/rp-prod127716

These are 3 bolt SPD-SL road type cleat so won't fit your pedals, you need 2 bolt SPD compatible shoes (confusing huh?). I see the pedals you're interested in are wide fit, if this is the case I'm using the following and I'm really happy with them:

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-m089-spd-mountain-bike-shoes/

I like them because they've got two velcro straps plus a ratchet top strap which means hopefully it won't slip while you're out and about, especially when you're putting the power down on those challenging inclines!

 

[Tiny01]

These are 3 bolt SPD-SL road type cleat so won't fit your pedals, you need 2 bolt SPD compatible shoes (confusing huh?). I see the pedals you're interested in are wide fit, if this is the case I'm using the following and I'm really happy with them:

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-m089-spd-mountain-bike-shoes/

I like them because they've got two velcro straps plus a ratchet top strap which means hopefully it won't slip while you're out and about, especially when you're putting the power down on those challenging inclines!

Doesn't make it to clear though guess "road" is the giveaway bit !

Like the ones youv'e linked to but i've never worn black & cant start now , have to be white or another colour ...

Onto these now

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-xc61-spd-mountain-bike-shoes/

 

[outlash]

If you want white, look for Shimano R088's but they've been discontinued. Bargains can be found if you can get the right size. Or the replacement RP3 will do.

 

[vickster]

Think it takes both, quotes from Wiggle page:

'SPD-SL, SPD and Look* cleat compatible'

and:

'Product Data
Road: Yes
Cleat Fitting - 3 Bolt Look Type: Yes
Cleat Fitting- 2 Bolt SPD Type: Yes'

I'd like to know for sure as I'm also considering these and currently have Shimano A520 SPD pedals ... can anyone confirm please?

Yes, 2 bolts, but...no recess for the cleat so you'll be slip sliding around on hard floors! No good for walking far off the bike. Look at an MTB type or touring shoe

See the sole design here https://www.athleteshop.co.uk/shimano-r065-bike-shoe-men-black-45?gclid=CLDSpumYqMwCFYidGwodbnAO7A

 

[wonderloaf]

Yes, 2 bolts, but...no recess for the cleat so you'll be slip sliding around on hard floors! No good for walking far off the bike. Look at an MTB type or touring shoe

See the sole design here https://www.athleteshop.co.uk/shimano-r065-bike-shoe-men-black-45?gclid=CLDSpumYqMwCFYidGwodbnAO7A

You can buy stabilisers like these which are meant to help:
https://www.evanscycles.com/shimano...qvIP650j2QGUvoBiF3dL3v8oLe1k07D-jqBoCwzDw_wcB

 

[bonsaibilly]

Well 3 weeks ago I purchased my first road bike Giant defy advanced 2 from the giant store at Radlett Herts .

I chose these pedals - shimano M324 combination pedal ( flat one side / cleat on the reverse ) as I was dubious about clipping in , bearing in mind I'm 46 & never rode a road bike , really getting on well with the bike & now starting to think about clipping in .

I want to keep these pedals for the time being but I'm just a little confused at the type of shoe that I need to purchase , I belive its a SPD shoe ?

I want the cleat to be set within the sole so that I can walk easily when not on the bike , please can someone just confirm this is the correct shoe & more importantly what would you reccomend as a good starter shoe that will work with these pedals ?

I'm not a road racer by any standards but like to push myself & will be taking part in a few sportives in the coming weeks if that helps describe the type of cyclist I am .

I use a specialised BG touring shoe which is a good all rounder. Bb

 

[vickster]

You can buy stabilisers like these which are meant to help:
https://www.evanscycles.com/shimano...qvIP650j2QGUvoBiF3dL3v8oLe1k07D-jqBoCwzDw_wcB

I'd still personally prefer a proper rubber sole and recessed cleat. I have wide feet too and despite much searching I couldnt find a road shoe under £100 that fitted comfortably and didn't feel all horrid and plasticky (like the cheap Shimanos)

 

[jefmcg]

I just walked into my LBS (Giant shop) and tried on a pair or two. They've done me sterling service. Shimano MTB. Model number is not important as they were women's and are discontinued. I paid £40-50, and money well spent for the luxury of getting the right size - I guess I could have saved £10 buying on line. I'd suggest either doing that, or ordering a few pairs and returning the wrong 'uns. Check the return policy, but wiggle and CRC are pretty generous.

I've got the same pedals, and nary a problem in 22,000km.

 

[cm2mackem]

Two bolt spb compatible
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/700-carbon-mountain-bikehtml
es-black-id_8359142.html
Three bolt spd-sl compatiblehttp://www.decathlon.co.uk/700-aerofit-carbon-road-cycling-shoes-black-white-id_8359180.html
Both with boa lacing, very light and comfortable, and in pink

 

[Tiny01]

Thanks ...

In the end I decided on the Northwave Jet 365 Evo cycling shoe , will do for starters & hopefully get me to a stage where that I feel competent clipped in & then if I do I will look at the 520 pedal & some spd sl shoes just see how we go .

I'm due back to the Giant shop in a couple of weeks to get the bike checked over ( 6 week check up ) and they said that they'd set the bike up on the trainer with me using the cleats to make sure that I felt comfortable as when I did when I purchased the bike