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TAHodgson said:
In what way? As I've heard this from a few people, but nobody said why they're so good?!
comfort: designed with driving at the top of the designer's mind, so particularly comfortable in the carno problem walking about in them too
not too garish, can wear the 'shoe' like ones anywhere without someone thinking you are wearing racing car driving boots
These, with a set of black laces will be suitably stealthy imo http://www.piloti.com/Leather-Tifosi-P415.aspx?Col...
Edited by anonymous-user on Wednesday 22 June 21:05
I've got these ones which are from the more touring bias range, so not as lightweight as the more serious kit.
Beautifully comfortable and I went for a slightly garish colour so I wouldn't be tempted to wear them all the time and ruin them like I did with my old Puma Cats (Which were never as comfortable - always felt narrow and unsupportive).
The size 13s I ordered dont appear to be available now
http://www.autosportcatalog.com/piloti-prototipo.c...
However 'shoebaca' which was my second choice has a whole bunch in various sizes for $40
You shouldnt be paying anything like the prices you quotes $120 indeed! :0
edit to add you should be able to get a 10% discount there if you google shoebacca coupon code and free shipping in the US.
further edit to add link
http://www.shoebacca.com/finder/?query=piloti&...
http://www.autosportcatalog.com/piloti-prototipo.c...
However 'shoebaca' which was my second choice has a whole bunch in various sizes for $40
You shouldnt be paying anything like the prices you quotes $120 indeed! :0
edit to add you should be able to get a 10% discount there if you google shoebacca coupon code and free shipping in the US.
further edit to add link
http://www.shoebacca.com/finder/?query=piloti&...
Edited by Motorrad on Wednesday 22 June 21:46
I've been wearing them for a year now, they are ideal for my work going under a pair of smart jeans without looking like I'm wearing race boots yet giving me enough feel for driving even the craziest stuff.
I wore Murocs to start with and now wear Sebrings.
To wear they are like comfy slippers but are perfect for driving. Before these I had Porsche Design drivers shoes but they were stupidly expensive and hand made. Before that I used to wear out shoes like nobodys business, having big feet instead of being able to toe and heel in the traditional way I have to roll my foot and use the outside of the shoe where traditionally there is no reinforcement, Pilotis are made for the job and have an extra bit of sole that comes up the outside of the right shoe.
I wore Murocs to start with and now wear Sebrings.
To wear they are like comfy slippers but are perfect for driving. Before these I had Porsche Design drivers shoes but they were stupidly expensive and hand made. Before that I used to wear out shoes like nobodys business, having big feet instead of being able to toe and heel in the traditional way I have to roll my foot and use the outside of the shoe where traditionally there is no reinforcement, Pilotis are made for the job and have an extra bit of sole that comes up the outside of the right shoe.
ambuletz said:
wackojacko said:
$20 !
Every one really rates them but the old £40 Converse all stars are always my driving shoe choice.
£40! you got ripped off. You can pick them up for £17-20 during xmas sales at a popular budget sports chainEvery one really rates them but the old £40 Converse all stars are always my driving shoe choice.
I've got a pair of Sebrings, and they're nice and comfortable yet supportive. They also look smart.
However, I don't rate them very highly for driving. I've got some Puma race boots that are like wearing a ballet pump and make you much more in touch with the car. In the footwell of my MX5 I don't feel like i've got as much room to manouevre in the Piloti shoes.
However, I don't rate them very highly for driving. I've got some Puma race boots that are like wearing a ballet pump and make you much more in touch with the car. In the footwell of my MX5 I don't feel like i've got as much room to manouevre in the Piloti shoes.
I have pair in suede but I can't remember if they are Tifosi or Tamburello
They're very comfortable and I also use the heel/toe technique of rolling my foot and using the outside of my shoe, for which the Piloti are ideal.
I wish the sole was a bit thinner though because I like the 'no shoe' feel of very thin shoes.
They're very comfortable and I also use the heel/toe technique of rolling my foot and using the outside of my shoe, for which the Piloti are ideal.
I wish the sole was a bit thinner though because I like the 'no shoe' feel of very thin shoes.
I ordered some actually and sent them straight back - not great for driving in and they didn't fit. I swear by my Puma Speedcats for road driving, and Stand 21 race boots for racing. Admittedly though, both are uncomfortable to walk in due to the thinness of the sole, but that's the whole point of a driving shoe surely?
I can't believe I'm on ph talking about shoes but...
I do seem to go through trainers and work shoes quite a lot from driving... I have wide feet and roll my foot from the brake to accelerator so the outside of my right shoe wears quickly along with the heel and back of the ankle.
Does anyone put their "driving shoes" on and then change when you get to your destination?
I do seem to go through trainers and work shoes quite a lot from driving... I have wide feet and roll my foot from the brake to accelerator so the outside of my right shoe wears quickly along with the heel and back of the ankle.
Does anyone put their "driving shoes" on and then change when you get to your destination?
SteveS Cup said:
Does anyone put their "driving shoes" on and then change when you get to your destination?
I also have very wide feet and really struggle finding shoes - most are long and thin.Anyway, yes, I change shoes to drive the Elise simply because I have to due to the width/size of my feet, and then change into more practical or better looking shoes when I get where I'm going. The 3 series I drive in any old shoes because the pedals are much wider apart.
Bit of a thread revival:
My Piloti shoes arrived today and I can confirm they're bloody good. I've got big feet and although the Mustang's pedal box is generous the Pilotis make double de-clutching that much more pleasurable. Great recommendation JPJPJP- I had originally read this thread, thought 'driving shoes- b
ks to that, I'm not a frikkin racer' then moved onto looking at them, realised what a steal they were at the price I got them and am now a very satisfied user.
They'd probably be worth it at full asking price, they seem very high quality and offer really good pedal feel without looking like 'knobber' footwear.
My Piloti shoes arrived today and I can confirm they're bloody good. I've got big feet and although the Mustang's pedal box is generous the Pilotis make double de-clutching that much more pleasurable. Great recommendation JPJPJP- I had originally read this thread, thought 'driving shoes- b
ks to that, I'm not a frikkin racer' then moved onto looking at them, realised what a steal they were at the price I got them and am now a very satisfied user.They'd probably be worth it at full asking price, they seem very high quality and offer really good pedal feel without looking like 'knobber' footwear.
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