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As I was going through the parts bin this summer I came across an old pair of functioning Sidi shoes and was shocked about how much more comfortable and light they were compared to the Giro and Specialized shoes I've moved onto. Fast forward a few months and the sole started coming apart from the shoe and then the strap that attached to the ratchet came loose.

I'm guessing I can track down the strap replacement easy enough but not sure about fixing the sole. Has anyone successfully done this? Seems like it would be the type of repair to only hold up for a few months. Years ago I took some bike shoes to a cobbler for a similar repair and it did not hold up. It is worth fixing these?
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Really only you can say. I moved on from sidi mountain shoes more than a decade ago (after at least three pairs) because they don’t hold up to really rocky terrain with lots of hike-a-bike sections and general bashing around. Plus the lugs on the soles were basically hard plastic and offered next to zero grip on rocks.

After a stint with Mavic MTB shoes I landed on Shimano XC7s. The Goodyear sole is incredibly grippy and durable and the dual boa system is super comfortable (for me). Roomier than sidi. Stiff in the right places.

I wish I was getting paid by shimano…. ;)


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CCSS said:
Really only you can say. I moved on from sidi mountain shoes more than a decade ago (after at least three pairs) because they don’t hold up to really rocky terrain with lots of hike-a-bike sections and general bashing around. Plus the lugs on the soles were basically hard plastic and offered next to zero grip on rocks.

After a stint with Mavic MTB shoes I landed on Shimano XC7s. The Goodyear sole is incredibly grippy and durable and the dual boa system is super comfortable (for me). Roomier than sidi. Stiff in the right places.

I wish I was getting paid by shimano…. ;)


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Yeah, I moved on from them 10 yrs ago too when I couldn't find Dominator's for under $250, they started wearing out fast, and parts seemed a lot cheaper. Totally agree on the lack of grippiness on the soles - I had some close encounters on some sketchy rocky stuff this year. This pair seems to be an older generation with very soft/perfect fitting uppers, albeit with the non-grip soles. I'm going through piles of crap in my office trying to figure out what to keep/fix/ditch in the neighbor's yard. Thanks.
 
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Apart from possibly keeping them for display on your fireplace mantle at your mountain getaway, I'd ditch them. Maybe try to sell them to Picard.

I have a 2007 Scott Ransom LTD that I rode as my only trail bike until 2014. I couldn't ditch it. It was worth nothing, and I had a lot of memories tied into that bike. I still have it in my garage. Trying to decide how to display it in my place...

A buddy of mine has a great chalet in Fernie. He has his first skis and boots, and his first bike on display there. It's pretty cool.

I would consider those shoes in that context. They don't look all that functional anymore to me.

Hopefully they don't reek.

...or, again, sell them to Picard.
 
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Scott, you got your money's worth out of those old Sidis for sure.
Like a long past girlfriend, it's time to keep those shoes alive in your memory only.
Also like an old girlfriend, just kick those shoes down to Picard.
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Gorilla Glue clear kept me in some old Lake shoes for a year longer. Just inject it as deep as possible into the sole, weight it down, and when you wake up, scrape off the excess.

I had some Dominators and kept them for quite a few years too, good shoes but the soles eventually got too flexy. A carbon soled shoe will feel much stiffer.
 
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Been on SIDI’s forever. Love them other than the slippery soles. If I rode in wet conditions frequently I’d probably move on. They make buckle kits so that’s an easy fix. And as mentioned above there are plenty of glues out there that would buy you more time. Pretty sure you already moved on though from those and are just trolling for some humorous responses. Maybe Pifinch can chime in.
 
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Thanks, Picard and crew. Based on everyone's advice I'm going to see if I can bring them back to life - they are soooooo comfy!

And DJ, are you really suggesting I'm trolling here???? I'll show you trolling! I'll show you and everyone here on mtbr what real trolling is. You guys won't even know what hit you!!!!! Thanks.
 
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Scott O said:
Thanks, Picard and crew. Based on everyone's advice I'm going to see if I can bring them back to life - they are soooooo comfy!

And DJ, are you really suggesting I'm trolling here???? I'll show you trolling! I'll show you and everyone here on mtbr what real trolling is. You guys won't even know what hit you!!!!! Thanks.
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Hey now, I was just reading into your attitude about them. I thought maybe you asked in jest because they look like you stole them off a dead person. 😛
 
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A pair of Sidi's last 12-16 mo's for me and I LOVE THEM. I tried so many other brands but they just are not as comfortable nor are they durable as Sidis.

Regarding Scott O's question: Yes, that is 100% repairable. I've done it 3 times to my Sidis and manage to get another few months out of them. To repair, make sure the leather is pliable--not dried out and not wet either. Then I use JB Weld with a combo of zip ties and homemade rubber bands (cross sections of old inner tubes) to set the sole.
 
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Scott O said:
Thanks, Picard and crew. Based on everyone's advice I'm going to see if I can bring them back to life - they are soooooo comfy!

And DJ, are you really suggesting I'm trolling here???? I'll show you trolling! I'll show you and everyone here on mtbr what real trolling is. You guys won't even know what hit you!!!!! Thanks.
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Are you going to wear zombie shoes?

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bingemtbr said:
A pair of Sidi's last 12-16 mo's for me and I LOVE THEM. I tried so many other brands but they just are not as comfortable nor are they durable as Sidis.

Regarding Scott O's question: Yes, that is 100% repairable. I've done it 3 times to my Sidis and manage to get another few months out of them. To repair, make sure the leather is pliable--not dried out and not wet either. Then I use JB Weld with a combo of zip ties and homemade rubber bands (cross sections of old inner tubes) to set the sole.
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My thoughts exactly. Love SIDI’s. I as well have repaired three pairs, mainly buckles. I get about two to three years out of a pair. Usually at that point they are still repairable but I normally just replace them about the time they start to look like Scott’s. 😃
 
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Scott O said:
As I was going through the parts bin this summer I came across an old pair of functioning Sidi shoes and was shocked about how much more comfortable and light they were compared to the Giro and Specialized shoes I've moved onto. Fast forward a few months and the sole started coming apart from the shoe and then the strap that attached to the ratchet came loose. I'm guessing I can track down the strap replacement easy enough but not sure about fixing the sole. Has anyone successfully done this? Seems like it would be the type of repair to only hold up for a few months. Years ago I took some bike shoes to a cobbler for a similar repair and it did not hold up. It is worth fixing these? View attachment 1958750 View attachment 1958751
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glue it and put a couple of screw.New sidi have now screws on heel
 
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DIRTJUNKIE said:
Hey now, I was just reading into your attitude about them. I thought maybe you asked in jest because they look like you stole them off a dead person. 😛
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Have I ever told you guys my bum shoes story? I think it's pretty good.

Sparticus said:
Is @Scott O still whining about this nearly 2 years hence?

Sheesh, Scott, get over it! :ROFLMAO:
=sParty
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Actually sParty, I got the shoes fixed at the cobbler and they've held together, though I've barely ridden them. My regular bike shoes are Specialized Recons. They're a ***** to get into but they super snug and make it feel like I'm really connected to the bike, whereas the Sidis make me feel like I'm not as dialed in because they too comfortable. Kinda like the difference between ski boots and snowboard boots i'd say.

PS - I just cracked myself up re-reading this thread and seeing my handwritten note to Picard in the first pic. :D
 
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