Do carbon fiber soled shoes "wear out?"

terry morrow said:

i have some diadora statos pro carbon fiber soled road
shoes that i've used for about 4 years, riding about 2500
miles per year. i've recently developed what i think will
turn out to be foot arch problems. my question is: does
the carbon fiber in the sole over time lose it stiffness
such that a now-too- flimsy sole might be the caue of my
arch problem?

I doubt it. If anything, a carbon reinforced sole would be
more durable than other materials typically used. However,
the uppers may stretch out over time, which can certainly
change the fit. Don't forget your feet can change too.

Matt O.

terry morrow said:

i have some diadora statos pro carbon fiber soled road
shoes that i've used for about 4 years, riding about 2500
miles per year. i've recently developed what i think will
turn out to be foot arch problems. my question is: does
the carbon fiber in the sole over time lose it stiffness
such that a now-too- flimsy sole might be the caue of my
arch problem?

Well, is the sole indeed "now-too-flimsy"? Can you feel it
give/bend where it used to be rock solid?

If not, then perhaps the *insole* has worn out; or, like the
other poster said, maybe the uppers have stretched or
something, affecting fit.

By the way, both arches or just one giving you problems?

Bill "flat foot" S.

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Quoted message said:

i have some diadora statos pro carbon fiber soled road
shoes that i've used for about 4 years, riding about 2500
miles per year. i've recently developed what i think will
turn out to be foot arch problems. my question is: does
the carbon fiber in the sole over time lose it stiffness
such that a now-too- flimsy sole might be the caue of my
arch problem? any input appreciated. regards, terry

I don't think that's a problem. My Diadora's wore out after
around nine seasons, but it was the fabric, the stitching
and the velcro that died. I wish they had been repairable,
but alas, not.
--
Bonne route,

Sandy Paris FR

To be honest, I just don't know. It's well established that
steel soles soften over several seasons and that aluminum
yields a harsh, unforgiving gait. ;-)

Peter Storey

Peter Storey said:

To be honest, I just don't know. It's well established
that steel soles soften over several seasons and that
aluminum yields a harsh, unforgiving gait. ;-)

Now if THAT doesn't get me out the door to ride today,
nothing will.

Bill "typing w/helm*t and shades already on; no gloves yet,
however" S.

"Peter Storey" wrote

Quoted message said:

To be honest, I just don't know. It's well established
that steel soles soften over several seasons and that
aluminum yields a harsh, unforgiving gait. ;-)

It is well known that carbon fiber soles are prone to
catastrophic failure withour warning. So if you have a pair,
stay off of steep stairs. And it is a myth that they are
more comfortable.

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Storey) said:

To be honest, I just don't know. It's well established that
steel soles soften over several seasons and that aluminum
yields a harsh, unforgiving gait. ;-)

Peter Storey

Dear Peter,

WalMart sells $12 riding shoes just down the aisle from the
Fury Roadmaster. Double velcro closure, extra-wide size 12,
white or gray, and waterproof unless wet.

Carl Fogel

S o r n i said:

Peter Storey said:

To be honest, I just don't know. It's well established
that steel soles soften over several seasons and that
aluminum yields a harsh, unforgiving gait. ;-)

Now if THAT doesn't get me out the door to ride today,
nothing will.

Bill "typing w/helm*t and shades already on; no gloves yet,
however" S.

I already rode today. I went to Wal Mart, and as I was
getting ready to leave, a little girl of maybe four or five
years old was absolutely mesmerized by my bike. Her
grandmother patiently waited while the little girl stood 15
feet away and stared for five minutes or so. I told her I'd
be happy to answer any questions, but she was too shy...
--
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WalMart sells $12 riding shoes just down the aisle from the
Fury Roadmaster. Double velcro closure, extra-wide size 12,
white or gray, and waterproof unless wet.

I've never seen _any_ bicycling clothes or shoes in Wal
Mart. Are the soles stiff?

Ask the guy at Wal Mart if they're SPD compatible..."SBD? As
in, a quiet stinky fart?"
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Rick Onanian

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I already rode today. I went to Wal Mart, and as I was
getting ready to leave, a little girl of maybe four or
five years old was absolutely mesmerized by my bike. Her
grandmother patiently waited while the little girl stood
15 feet away and stared for five minutes or so. I told
her I'd be happy to answer any questions, but she was
too shy...

Ah, so you're the bloke with the Hello Kitty paint job...

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On Sat, 15 May 2004 18:15:05 -0400, Rick Onanian <[email hidden]>

Quoted message said:

Quoted message said:

WalMart sells $12 riding shoes just down the aisle from
the Fury Roadmaster. Double velcro closure, extra-wide
size 12, white or gray, and waterproof unless wet.

I've never seen _any_ bicycling clothes or shoes in Wal
Mart. Are the soles stiff?

Dear Rick,

The soles are engineered for compatibility with the Fury
RoadMaster's exotic double-sided pedal mechanism, combining
almost infinite float with the easiest release of any shoe
on the market.

You've probably seen them, but mistaken them for
inexpensive sneakers.

Carl Fogel

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Dear Peter,

WalMart sells $12 riding shoes just down the aisle from
the Fury Roadmaster. Double velcro closure, extra-wide
size 12, white or gray, and waterproof unless wet.

Carl Fogel

Carl,

Thanks for the tip. I'm already partial to their touring
shorts. With a Brooks saddle, you don't need that silly pad.
The W-Mart shorts have lotsa pockets, are available in
several different plaids and appear to be made in Bermuda.

Peter Storey

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I already rode today. I went to Wal Mart, and as I was
getting ready to leave, a little girl of maybe four or
five years old was absolutely mesmerized by my bike. Her
grandmother patiently waited

Ah, so you're the bloke with the Hello Kitty paint job...
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Entirely cute, but doesn't resemble my bike in any
way...possibly the spokes are of the same gauge.
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DRS said:

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I already rode today. I went to Wal Mart, and as I was
getting ready to leave, a little girl of maybe four or
five years old was absolutely mesmerized by my bike. Her
grandmother patiently waited

Ah, so you're the bloke with the Hello Kitty paint job...
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fixed (it can take a while for all the images to load).

Entirely cute, but doesn't resemble my bike in any
way...possibly the spokes are of the same gauge.

Aw, you mean to tell us you're not a Hello Kitty kind of
guy?

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Entirely cute, but doesn't resemble my bike in any
way...possibly the spokes are of the same gauge.

Aw, you mean to tell us you're not a Hello Kitty kind of
guy?

I have a cat to whom I say "hello" often enough, but my bike
is an ugly (but visible) yellow with black and grey (kinda
bumblebeeish, I guess).
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Rick Onanian

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Quoted message said:

a little girl of maybe four or five years old was
absolutely mesmerized by my bike. Her grandmother
patiently waited while the little girl stood 15 feet away
and stared for five minutes or so.

Quoted message said:

Ah, so you're the bloke with the Hello Kitty paint job...

Nah, the kitties wouldn't be very noticeable from 15
feet. You gotta get closer. And the paint job *is* as
pretty as they say.

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DRS said:

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Quoted message said:

a little girl of maybe four or five years old was
absolutely mesmerized by my bike. Her grandmother
patiently waited while the little girl stood 15 feet
away and stared for five minutes or so.

Quoted message said:

Ah, so you're the bloke with the Hello Kitty paint job...

Nah, the kitties wouldn't be very noticeable from 15 feet.
You gotta get closer. And the paint job *is* as pretty as
they say.

The Hello Kitty inverted tread pattern would be visible from
that distance. It was awesome.

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