Recommendation for Racing Boots/Shoes
#17
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I prefer to drive with these bad boys. Yeah, it's a little tough to heel & toe, but I know when I stomp on the gas, it's wide open!
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Larry Herman
2016 Ford Transit Connect Titanium LWB
2018 Tesla Model 3 - Electricity can be fun!
Retired Club Racer & National PCA Instructor
Past Flames:
1994 RS America Club Racer
2004 GT3 Track Car
1984 911 Carrera Club Racer
1974 914/4 2.0 Track Car
CLICK HERE to see some of my ancient racing videos.
#19
Originally Posted by cab&coupe
Anyone experience the Oakly shoes, are these similar to the Piloti's? Have a pair of Simpson's but am thinking of more support.
They definitely are a step up from a Piloti, unless you are a Ferrari owner, and if you are a Ferrari owner, then to be PC you will need to wear your Pilotis and have your "Ferrari niece" on your arm.
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I'm not crazy about my Oakleys.
I find that the heels are formed in too much of a square shape and that the corners (back of the heel) can hang up on the floor of my SRF, preventing whatever quick move I'm trying to make (typically, gas to brake).
I never had any such problem with my old Sparcos.
Regards to all.
I find that the heels are formed in too much of a square shape and that the corners (back of the heel) can hang up on the floor of my SRF, preventing whatever quick move I'm trying to make (typically, gas to brake).
I never had any such problem with my old Sparcos.
Regards to all.
#23
Originally Posted by lawjdc
These are the Oakley 1320 shoes that I have - maybe David in Chicago has a different style.
You are correct, lawjdc.
My comments describe my high-top Oakley CarbonX Race Boots. I think they're great other than the shape of the heel of the sole.
Regards to all.
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Larry that was too funny I nearly blew coca cola all over the computer when I read your post.....
#26
Burning Brakes
Low tops may look better but high-tops will offer better protection around your ankle and lower shin area, especially when your pants over lap with the boot upper.
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Originally Posted by bowmanm98
Please get the low tops. Unless you're a professional it just looks ridiculous IMHO
I like the G Force shoes. Grippy sole, very comfortable for my wide feet.
I tried Simspsons a few years ago but thought the rubber of the sole was too hard and slippery.
Last edited by Mark in Baltimore; 05-26-2006 at 09:45 PM.
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Originally Posted by Mark in Baltimore
Why??
I like the G Force shoes. Grippy sole, very comfortable for my wide feet.
I tried Soimspsons a few years ago but thought the rubber of the sole was made too hard and slippery.
I like the G Force shoes. Grippy sole, very comfortable for my wide feet.
I tried Soimspsons a few years ago but thought the rubber of the sole was made too hard and slippery.
#29
Burning Brakes
I have had both low and high tops. The high tops for me, were much more comfortable, better ankle protection, and offered dramatically more support without restriction or binding. However, everyone's feet are different, I think it is pretty clear you need to try on a variety of shoes and pick what works best for you.
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I've been racing for 9 years, I've had a couple of pairs of racing shoes, but they weren't very comfortable on my EEEE feet, so now I use some almost worn out Hi-tech climbing approach shoes that I got at the Hi-tech outlet near Yosemite several years ago. The worn soles give me a great feel, the semi- climbing rubber formula has great grip, they're light, and they were $20.00.
But they REALLY don't match my driving suit. Well, judge my on the track, not in the pits.
But they REALLY don't match my driving suit. Well, judge my on the track, not in the pits.