Well I know this is not the right place for this but I'm sure there is no correct place for this :P.

I was thinking about asking for a pair of driving shoes for christmas . Anyone know a good pair? I have no idea what to look for but a nice light shoe would be sweet

 

Great question

And as a road racer my self, I always had a soft spot for cool looking, comfortable race shoes. I tried and used Momo, Sparco and Alpinestar
and they all kindof suck when you walk in them, and in all reality to narrow
for sedan racing (great in Formula racing). So my recomendation will be
the great shoes from Piloti, fantastic quality, comfortable to walk in all day
and they look totally fab.....

http://www.piloti.com/

peter
Team M7
562-608-8123

 

Piloti all day long man... cheapest i've found online is www.minituner.com look under the link for "cool stuff". I should have my Monza's any day now (sent back the Ralleye... it was too tall for me).

 

There a particular model of them you recommend higher than the others?

 

I have a pair of the Piloti Monaco's and think they are great. As comfortable as your favorite pair of sneakers. . .

Unfortunately, I decided that they were my favorite pair of sneakers and have worn down the soles!

 

I'v got some Puma Speed cats that I like:



http://store.puma.com/pumaUSStore/ca...style&siteid=1

 

Another popular option is a nice pair of wrestling shoes.

I myself went with this option.....http://www.walkerswarehouse.com/stor...ry_Code=MS0204 http://www.sierratradingpost.com/pro...ept_id=L2~3184

Very comfortable and you can walk in them for quite awhile w/o discomfort.

 

Here's another vote for Piloti Monaco's. I wear mine daily and the are comfortable for all around wear while providing excellent pedal feel and grip.

A_Sr.

 

I must echo the positive comments regarding Piloti's. I've owned 4 pairs over a number of years. My favorites have tended to be the Monaco's (2 pair). I've worn them so much the soles are shot--that's not a slam on the durability, I just wear them ALOT. I've also got a pair of the newer released G16's which are nice as well.

 

Pilotis are great. I picked up a pair at the Monterey Historics (they had a big booth there) and I'm so happy I did. Highly recommended.

Mark

 

Pilotis are a great combination of driver shoe and walk around. They were my chosen mode of transportation at this years SEMA and when you walk that far you want the perfect shoe. I aslo have a pair of Speedwell racing boots which are suprisingly good to walk around in but are a bit more " track " than might be wanted. The monaco by piloti is a really good deal and should be just a bit over $100 and come in several colors. I got the grey and black and it wasn't until my wife accused me of being a little nutty going out and bying shoes to match the car that I realized that they did match

Randy
M7 tuning

 

I had a pair of Pilotis some time ago and was not satisfied with the wear of them outside of the car. They lasted about a year before the inside soles were just about wore out. I have had much better luck with "non_racing" shoes for casual walking around in.

I loved the way the Pilotis fit tho. And for a strictly driving shoe it is the best value out there.

 

I got myself some Simpsons. I was going to buy them on ebay, but then I noticed that the company was in New Braunfels, right down the road from home. I drove over there and bought a pair. I love driving with them and believe it or not, they really make a difference especially during our spirited runs.

 

If I am ordering sizes do they run small or large or normal size?

I notice a nike fits different from a addida or other any idea how to order these or is there someone locally in cali that sells them?

I kinda like the purple ones, don't ask me why but they look different :p

 

Piloti runs true to size. You won't find your size too snug or too roomy. They're as close to perfect as a shoe can be!

 

hmmm maybe I should measure my foot again then :P havn't bought a pair that fit true size in years apparently

 

I got these at Kohl's. They are on sale for 14.99 right now. I am sure there are better shoes. I just got these as a daily wear shoe.
I am looking at the Piloti or Oakley for serious driving.

 

Thanks for starting this post. I totally forgot that I want some driving shoes. I found the shoes that I want. They're the Puma's, but the Ferrari ones. I think those are hot. Plus it doesn't hurt that I am a Ferrari F1 fan. Thanks again for reminding me guys. I can always count on my MINI community to keep me on track!

 

OOooooh... SHOES!

I was SO prepare for the old NAM bait & switch. You know, thread re: SHOES means thread re: brake shoes (or in NAM parlance, "break shoes" ).

But this is the real deal, complete with links! Another reason to add to the collection. Thanks, FlynHawaiian!

My $.02 (the "cents" sign being no longer available.. )... any shoe with a greater than 2" heel just wasn't made for real driving! So stay away from the stilettos if you're planning on driving for fun, or for any real distance.

 

Well it seemed logical, I mean a good pair of driving shoes not only feels good but help you drive better

 

I am sporting 3 different pair of pumas; Speedcats in black, red, Futurecats in red/white/black

can not ask for more, very comfy and great looks, sepecially the red ones....

http://store.puma.com/pumaUSStore/pr...style&siteid=1

 

Piloti All The Way! I Love My G-16'sbesides Being A Great Road To Motor.cheapest I Found Was Www. Apexperformance.netthey Offered Free Shipping.pricesbetween 75 & 90$

 

This is what Ive been wearing around for the past month as normal shoes, and they have been great. Perfect size for heel/toe, and very comfortable.

 

how do the sizes run on those cause i only see 8,9,10... i am 8.5 usually but dont know if they run small or large?

edit: oh never mind i only see some that are sized lke that - im an idiot dont mind me

 

Thanks for the tips, folks.
I now know what to ask for from my Secret Santa