In a change from the usual diary style entries I've written a product review. I've been using my AM40's for a few months now. At £59.99 they cost about the same as a pair of skate shoes, but come with a lot more features.
The 'Vibran' sole provides plenty of grip when riding but it's when you're off the bike and pushing back up that you really notice it, making them great for UK trails where uplifts are a rarity.
Shimano provides you with different sole inserts so you can adjust the stiffness of the shoes but I found the standard inserts to be fine. The shoes certainly feel more secure on your feet than regular shoes.
The lace shield set the AM40's apart from other flat pedal shoes, until 5-10 launched the Chris Kovarik signature shoes. The shield stops the laces from getting snagged on the pedals, thorns, and any other sharp objects waiting for you when out on the trails.
The styling definitely gets a mixed reaction. Some people have laughed at me for wearing them and others have been too polite to. Personally I think they look great and are better than any skate shoes out there.
Nice review, but oh wait, yeh, 5tens are still better! my lace has never got caught on anything you girl! The soles are grippier, 5 tens dont look stupid, and until a short while ago, you didnt need anything other than your old vans. you were a 'non believer'. You're a fake! Seriously, you'll never hear the end of this, those shoes look ridiculous!
ReplyDeleteI've written that not everyone likes the styling. Your laces may not have ever got caught on things but my old trainers did and needed replacing. These cost the same as a new pair of skate shoes so I thought I'd try something new.
ReplyDeleteyeh good on ya mate five tens are over rated i think these am 40 look great and will be good with the adjustable soul and i recon I'm gana buy a set. come on mate don't be sutch a clown George is just trying to put some info out there for others who arnt obsessed with the five tens there not suitable for every one boof head.
ReplyDeleteYou'll regret 5 10's when it is raining, worst thing I bought, super grippy yeah, but heavy as hell when water logged!
ReplyDeleteNice post thanks for sharing lovely pair I’m a mad skate shoes fan who loves skateboarding more than anything else. So imagine my surprise at finding a blog that talk about them! I used vans trainers uk and dc shoes because i believe specialist helps to improve game result.
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