2020 Update: Better Board Shoes Make for Better Riding!
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@LidPhones On sand or grass, I'll ride barefoot as often as not. On pavement I definitely prefer to have shoes, but I'd rather ride barefoot than ride in the wrong shoes - if all I have are flip flops, or high heels/wedges, barefoot it is
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@LidPhones it gives you nice control of the board, similar to the thin, flat soles of Converse/Vans. Or, I imagine, Tevas.
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@1woman1wheel I totally agree on the no shoe is better than a dangerous shoe on the OW. Though I have never considered wearing high heels on the OW or elsewhere for that matter. I have taken a Hot Barre class or two so I may be able to pull off some high heels. LOL
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@LidPhones said in Better Board Shoes Make for Better Riding!:
I have been thinking of trying my 5 finger vibram shoes....... My only concern would be possible toe injury if I happen to launch off the board. I will likey give it try.
After the talk about barefoot riding on the OW. I have found my new favorite... It combines the toe freedom of barefoot with some very good heal and sole cushion. The 5 finger Vibram shoe is amazing. I have done about 10 miles so far. I was able to achieve my new top speed of 16.1 MPH in them as well ;-)
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5 fingers are great as long as they are a fit your foot type. I've had them for years and for me they work really well.
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i ride mostly barefoot. i figure shoes are for walking.
i ride everyday and have never had foot strain. i get the feeling that some of you are gluing your foot to the sensor.
i roll my feet as i carve, change foot position constantly, and have switched feet without the board crapping out.
the hundreds of crapouts i've had with bad sensors all occurred with my foot square across both sensors.
if your board is working correctly, you can do a little box-step or cha-cha while riding without issue.
--maybe some dancing shoes.
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@mrb great info. I have tried being more relaxed about the front foot position on the sensors. I agree that it is nice to have a bit of freedom to move around and just cover one sensor when at speed.
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These are my favorite to riding shoes. Made in Asheville, NC.
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@CarvingUphillAVL
I like the look. Is the sole made of a griping type of material?Thanks for sharing.
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@LidPhones : G.ss™ highest friction G®Rubber compound.3.5mm Lugs, Non-marking.
https://www.astraldesigns.com/shop/footwear/unisex/rassler-unisex
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@CarvingUphillAVL
Awesome shoe. I am going to try on a pair next time I am in Kansas City.
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@CarvingUphillAVL
I am looking to buy a set but was wondering if you ride barefooted in these? Is socked an option too, the site shows barefoot? Thanks.
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@LidPhones I ride with socks and without. The shoe is made for whitewater but has great feel on Onewheel.
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@CarvingUphillAVL
Super. Really apreciate your input. Looks like I will be adding a pair to my Christmas list. ;-)
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Sharing a bit of tech fun that my Son and I discussed on New Year's Eve. He said I should ride the OW with a pair of these Nikes.... Neat tech but likely not the best for OW'n.
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Agreed. You want your ankles free for movement.
At one time I tried high rise boots thinking to protect ankles and it was counter productive.
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Another vote for Astral shoes (SUPER GRIPPY), though after trying on a few of their designs, I ended up with these: https://www.astraldesigns.com/shop/footwear/mens/loyak-ms
Thought I wanted the Donners (stiff at first, though I'm sure they break in nicely), but the Loyak just felt so right off the shelf. The only minor downside is that it's designed to let water in/out, so I've definitely soaked through on puddles, etc. Not so bad w/o socks in the summer, but for winters in the mountains, not so much.
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I tried out a pair of nike barefoot running sneakers because I thought it would let me make finer adjustments with my feet. Give me more of the feel like when I ride barefoot. I feel like I have much more control over the board when I ride barefoot. 1. The shoes are super comfortable to walk in. They have like no resistance. It's buttery smooth to steal a term. But, there was no improvement with "Driving" AND there was significant increase in stress in my foot muscles and sooner onset of fatigue. I go back to my if it ain't broke dont fix it. Adidas springblades or barefoot to me is the best way to go.
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I sometimes use my SKINNERS... Barefoot feel without the risks of being barefoot.. also great for riding at the beach.. no sand in shoes...
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I posted one pair of Astral shoes, but the ones below are preferred shoe. Great shoes made here in Asheville, NC. mainly made for white water but they work great for riding.
