Shoes to pack in pocket?

[makoti]

Taking a tour in a few weeks, and I'd love to wear my sidi's & use my speedplays. But, being a tour, I'd also like to walk around. Going to be hilly, uneven surfaces to walk on. Anyone have any leads on (fairly) decent shoes you can slip into a jersey pocket for limited walking? Light, fold-able? The alternative is to use my off-road shoes. Not horrible, but not what I'd like to do.

[grawk]

new balance minimus?

[Dired]

Vivobarefoot makes pretty minimal stuff. I have a pair of their slide sandals and when you put them side by side, the tops fold flat and its basically just two soles flat sandwiched together.

[R3awak3n]

they don't fit on the saddle bag or whatever bags you going to keep your stuff for the tour? I am going to do a week tour in a few weeks and am going to bring my SPD shoes so I can walk in them and also a pair of flip flops from when I get to camp. Maybe I have more space on my bike than you but I just string up the flip flops into my saddle bag so they dont take much space inside.

[Tickdoc]

I have an old pair of reefs with bare naked ladies on em that are my favorites. They are worn paper thin, but they are imperceptible in a jersey and haven't flopped out yet.

[R3awak3n]

yeah reefs will last forever

[Ken Robb]

Is this a supported tour with a van hauling your non-riding wardrobe? I would suggest you ride flat pedals or mtn. bike pedals and shoes that are comfy walking around if you must be clipped in. Changing shoes and stowing "road" shoes at stops would be a pain I would not want to deal with.

[Tony]

Kung Fu Tai Chi Shoes is what your looking for. These are light, foldable, and take little space.
http://www.amazon.com/Kung-Fu-Tai-Chi-Shoes/dp/B00K88PTT6

[Louis]

I'd take my Vibram Fivefingers. They weigh next to nothing and would be super-easy to pack.

http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/files/2012/01/five-finger-shoe.jpg

[makoti]

they don't fit on the saddle bag or whatever bags you going to keep your stuff for the tour? I am going to do a week tour in a few weeks and am going to bring my SPD shoes so I can walk in them and also a pair of flip flops from when I get to camp. Maybe I have more space on my bike than you but I just string up the flip flops into my saddle bag so they dont take much space inside.

Different type of tour, I'm thinking. Credit card tour. I'll have my bike, small bag on the bike, and jersey pockets. Pretty much like I'd ride at home, just far away.

[makoti]

I'd take my Vibram Fivefingers. They weigh next to nothing and would be super-easy to pack.

http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/files/2012/01/five-finger-shoe.jpg

Ok. I thought about these. I just wonder about how they feel around the toes. Guess I should go try some on....

[Ciavete]

These have worked for me:http://www.toms.com/men/black-on-black-mens-classics. Plus that shoes for shoes donation thing is cool.

[jmoore]

Even though I can't stand how they look on guys, TOMS are what I was going to suggest. They would be perfect.

[Ciavete]

Even though I can't stand how they look on guys, TOMS are what I was going to suggest. They would be perfect.

Yeah I'm with you on that one for this particular back-of-pocket model. Their sneakers are much better on the style front.

[93legendti]

If you used a camelbak, your options might be better. I'd consider crocs, or sanduks, cuz they are so light..

[makoti]

Yeah I'm with you on that one for this particular back-of-pocket model. Their sneakers are much better on the style front.

Trust me guys... I look goofy enough in my lycra that no one will notice the shoes. Except maybe this guy..https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-k9VE-eEY4

[Louis]

Ok. I thought about these. I just wonder about how they feel around the toes. Guess I should go try some on....

Getting the right toe in the right slot takes a bit of practice, but once they're on mine feel fine.

REI sells them (or at least used to, that's where I bought mine).

[macaroon]

These can be folded up pretty easily.

http://greatoutdoorprovision.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/merrell-trail-glove2.jpg

[jamesau]

An alternative to consider is a pair of Chacos bungeed or strapped to your seat rails. Chacos will handle any terrain, you can wear them with or without socks, and the strapping allows you to fasten them securely to your bike. Here's the setup I used when on the C&O canal:

[MacMan]

I used these recently for six days unsupported in CO. They were perfect. I strapped to a seat bag, but they would easily slide into a jersey pocket. Weigh close to nothing and much better for coolish weather than sandals.

http://birthdayshoes.com/topo-athletic-st-review

REI was closing them out for less than $40 a month or so ago.

[deechee]

Not sure if you prefer a little cushioning, but I find the recent Asics 33 line are amazing. They're quite malleable, and provide a very natural feel (http://www.slowtwitch.com/Products/Running_Footwear_by_type/Neutral_Trainers/ASICS_Gel_Lyte_33_2013__3589.html). There's no heel cup so its easy to slip into them like slippers.

[nighthawk]

Timberland radler would be another option. Fold up and zipper closed.

http://www.mobilemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/timberland_radler1.jpg

[Tickdoc]

Timberland radler would be another option. Fold up and zipper closed.

http://www.mobilemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/timberland_radler1.jpg

Oh hell yea, I like those. Looks like a pair of those could double as a wallet and a tube patch kit.

Might as well strap them to the seat bag with a toe clip and then you have shoes, and saddle bag all in one.

[eddief]

how about mountain bike shoes and mountain pedals. Not for hiking, but work well for riding and when you get off the bike for beer and food.

[Ciavete]

Those Timberlands are a great design.

[Louis]

Those Timberlands are a great design.

I agree, pretty clever, but I think the tinkling of the zipper pull with every step would drive me nuts (assuming it's free to bounce around, which it appears to be). I wonder why they don't replace it with a little strap of some sort, like some jersey zippers?

[tiretrax]

I agree, pretty clever, but I think the tinkling of the zipper pull with every step would drive me nuts (assuming it's free to bounce around, which it appears to be). I wonder why they don't replace it with a little strap of some sort, like some jersey zippers?

Once you step on it and pull it off, they will run silent.

[Louis]

Once you step on it and pull it off, they will run silent.

I thought of that too, but didn't want to sound like I was being too negative about them, so I didn't mention that particular issue. If they're cheap it's worth trying. If they aren't, I'd wait and let other folks try them out first.

[rugbysecondrow]

Taking a tour in a few weeks, and I'd love to wear my sidi's & use my speedplays. But, being a tour, I'd also like to walk around. Going to be hilly, uneven surfaces to walk on. Anyone have any leads on (fairly) decent shoes you can slip into a jersey pocket for limited walking? Light, fold-able? The alternative is to use my off-road shoes. Not horrible, but not what I'd like to do.

I have a pair of Keen cycling shoes that I have used in a similar way as you desire.

Cheers

[azrider]

I'd take my Vibram Fivefingers. They weigh next to nothing and would be super-easy to pack.

http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/files/2012/01/five-finger-shoe.jpg

http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Oj_aid1LUF0/maxresdefault.jpg

[makoti]

Timberland radler would be another option. Fold up and zipper closed.

http://www.mobilemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/timberland_radler1.jpg

Neat, but would they take up two pockets?
Eddief, that's my other option I have a set of Shimano road spd's that I can use. It's just there is a LOT of climbing and long-ish days & I'd like to be in my normal road shoes if I can.
Picked up a set of the Toms, so I have at least one option. Going to check out the Timberlands & the vivowhatevertheyares looked good, too.

[jmoore]

Oh hell yea, I like those. Looks like a pair of those could double as a wallet and a tube patch kit.

Might as well strap them to the seat bag with a toe clip and then you have shoes, and saddle bag all in one.

I need a pair of these.

[makoti]

Timberland radler would be another option. Fold up and zipper closed.

http://www.mobilemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/timberland_radler1.jpg

Nobody get excited. It appears they don't make them any more. I can only find an occasional really small size. :mad:
There is these, but you better be small... http://www.amazon.com/Legend-E-C-Foldable-Breathable-Compression/dp/B00LZIN0AI/ref=cts_sh_1_fbt
And a boot version. Interesting. http://www.lemsshoes.com/mens-boulder-boot-black.html Way more than I want to spend, but interesting.

[seanile]

FEIYUE WUSHU (http://www.amazon.com/Tiger-Claw-Feiyue-Martial-Shoes/dp/B00MH2QMWO) shoes are perfect.
super inexpensive, super foldable.
you can also get them in high tops (http://www.amazon.com/Feiyue-High-Top-Shoes/dp/B001TUU0R8/ref=pd_sim_200_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1F2E6H898FF3DZ8M47A4).
http://i00.i.aliimg.com/wsphoto/v0/1589104096_2/-feiyue-tai-chi-shoes-wushu-shoes-taichi-arts-canvas-rubber-dmx-kungfu-shoes-children.jpg

[makoti]

FEIYUE WUSHU (http://www.amazon.com/Tiger-Claw-Feiyue-Martial-Shoes/dp/B00MH2QMWO) shoes are perfect.
super inexpensive, super foldable.
you can also get them in high tops (http://www.amazon.com/Feiyue-High-Top-Shoes/dp/B001TUU0R8/ref=pd_sim_200_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1F2E6H898FF3DZ8M47A4).
http://i00.i.aliimg.com/wsphoto/v0/1589104096_2/-feiyue-tai-chi-shoes-wushu-shoes-taichi-arts-canvas-rubber-dmx-kungfu-shoes-children.jpg

Are they more substantial than the Tai Chi shoes? I tried those, and they were a bit too flimsy. Slipped all over on my feet, too.

[Ken Robb]

Get some good flat pedals and wear shoes you own that know are comfortable?

[Johnny P]

get some good flat pedals and wear shoes you own that know are comfortable?

+1

[palincss]

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7100/7252011134_b8179e7f4d_b.jpg

REI sandals, bungied to the top of a rear rack. They also fit nicely into a Carradice seat bag. I wouldn't carry shoes in my jersey pockets. I tried a pair of something ultralight and unstructured -- water shoes, or those cheap Chinese step in sneakers my daughter calls "Commie Janes" -- and it was fine until my tour companions decided we should all take a hike along this rocky steep hillside, and I could barely stand up on it.

[fishwhisperer]

another vote for toms if you're going clipless. though i tour on flat pedals now to avoid exactly this conundrum

[Geeheeb]

These can be folded up pretty easily.

http://greatoutdoorprovision.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/merrell-trail-glove2.jpg

Seconded. I have two pairs.

[pff]

why not use the coffee shop cleat covers? Maybe take some oversocks as well to keep things clean

[mhespenheide]

Here's some thin/flexible/lightweight sandals:

http://xeroshoes.com/shop/amuri/ztrek-men/

I'm thinking of picking up a pair to bring backpacking.

[makoti]

Here's some thin/flexible/lightweight sandals:

http://xeroshoes.com/shop/amuri/ztrek-men/

I'm thinking of picking up a pair to bring backpacking.

Man, when I asked this question, I expected maybe three suggestions. These are great!

[Louis]

I can give you some more examples.

I'm pretty sure you could cobble something together (get it ?!!!) from old bike parts. - your imagination's the limit.

Sandals made from old car tires:

http://imgick.mlive.com/home/mlive-media/width620/img/business/detroit_impact/photo/detroittreadsjpeg-d494b044e51c11f5.jpeg

Sandals made from rope:

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/e3/ac/02/e3ac0214bb776095b69a1de06f8e6e47.jpg

Sandals made from yoga mats:

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d2/5c/cc/d25ccce98ed5d4395967fbfb3025565b.jpg

Sandals made from plastic bottles:

http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/z/thrifty-woman-wearing-plastic-bottle-sandals-homemade-saver-womans-feet-side-view-paving-stones-41555605.jpg

Sandals made from plastic bags:

http://media.scraphacker.com/2012/03/plastic-bag-sandals.jpeg

[Louis]

One more: Roman Centurion sandals:

(these are just begging to be made using old bike tires and tubes)

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRE79ETgirngUvTgGZJuQ76WP7Bp4N4-bFbBSRcGQ3DNCdQr_e8

[Tickdoc]

Footbrake , anyone?

http://www.footbrake.net/BOOTbrake.html

http://www.footbrake.net/publishImages/BOOTbrake~~element87.jpg

[Louis]

Footbrake , anyone?

But how do you wrap your leg around and press down on the front (or rear) tire?

Or do you just run it along the ground, Fred Flintstone style?

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/41/af/8b/41af8becc03d339bac1a1fce88c496b8.jpg

[seanile]

Are they more substantial than the Tai Chi shoes? I tried those, and they were a bit too flimsy. Slipped all over on my feet, too.

if you want foldable shoes, you're not going to get much structure. they're very thin, and purpose built for martial arts.. but if you get the right size they won't slide around and have enough grip with the ridged tread to not be an issue in loose terrain.

One more: Roman Centurion sandals:
https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRE79ETgirngUvTgGZJuQ76WP7Bp4N4-bFbBSRcGQ3DNCdQr_e8imagine the tan lines!

[Louis]

imagine the tan lines!

Better watch it, or you'll be fighting rabid wild animals within a week.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Zyv6YHR_UE