Cycling shoes - Sizing Question
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Triguy98 posted 2 years ago.
Exchange them. I have a pair of Sidis that fit a little larger, and i am definately stronger with my other shoes with the exact fit. The larger size will throw the arch placement off, and leave room for chafing.
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CAcyclingFAN posted 2 years ago.
I would go to the store and try the next size down or maybe a different brand if sidi don't fit your foot well. The 1 or 2 seconds you might save in transition are not worth riding in shoes don't fit properly.
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For Christmas, I received a new pair of speedplay pedals and Sidi T-1 Lorica shoes. If they were running shoes, I would return them since they're about half a size too big and would flop/chafe while running.
I have yet to put the pedals on my bike and go for a test ride, but am wondering how important a close fit is for bike shoes and any opinions on whether I should exchange them. They fit snugly around my front foot but are loose in back. On the one hand, I see it as a potential benefit in transitions since they'll slip on and off more quickly. But, will they rub and cause blisters the way running shoes would?
any thoughts appreciated!
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