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toehead93 · 12-03-2013, 08:04 PM

Shoes like the Puma speed cat and future cat have very think sole so you can feel the pedal better and they are lighter. It is the opposite of a cowboy boot and a standerd sneaker would fall in the middle for feel and feedback. The Pumas can be found for $50-$80 which is pretty good.

Actual race shoes have fire retardant insulation, these less expensive shoes do not.

CamaroDreams76 · 12-03-2013, 08:18 PM

If you are talking DD shoes, reebok zigtek lite are good. They are very light and comfortable shoe. the entire shoe is pretty much mesh so extremely breatheable.

BUT....... I also drive barefoot and I prefer it over wearing a shoe.

Top~Dog · 12-04-2013, 04:44 AM

Maybe not as durable - but at least you can recycle!

Aqua_Blue_SS · 12-04-2013, 05:34 AM

Chuck taylors

SVThis · 12-04-2013, 07:00 AM

For autocross, even though it's probably not legal, I've been known to drive barefoot now and then. Much better feedback through the pedals.

Apex Motorsports · 12-04-2013, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

I have a great set of Puma driving shoes that are very breathable. They have a ton of mesh. Problem is I don't remember the name of them. I will check when I get home.

Puma Future Cat Super LT

Spartan01 · 12-04-2013, 07:30 AM

If you enjoy driving barefoot, or simply want maximum input from the pedals, try a Minimalist running Shoe.
Merrill makes several, and all your toes are in the same compartment, like a standard shoe, but the sole is more flexible and very thin, so you get a better feel.
Vibram makes the 5 Finger design, which is the best thing next to being barefoot.

None of these shoes offer flame resistance though.

Spartan01 · 12-04-2013, 09:44 AM

However, when it comes to flame resistance, what is the point of getting flame resistant shoes, but not also wearing a flame resistant suit?

SPARTAN sui · 12-04-2013, 10:01 AM

This is one of my favorite shoes, Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66.

These are essentially track shoes, so they're extremely lightweight. Very flat and not much support, but pretty comfortable in the vehicle. I've worn Mexico 66's for a few years now.

toehead93 · 12-04-2013, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Spartan01

However, when it comes to flame resistance, what is the point of getting flame resistant shoes, but not also wearing a flame resistant suit?

So you run your flaming ass to the medic!

gmen09 · 12-04-2013, 02:05 PM

Roshe Runs are maybe the most comfortable who I've ever owned. Those or the lunarlites, but nike doesnt make them any more. If your looking for a really comfortable sneaker that is also an excellent shoe for heel toeing, then give the nike Roshe Runs a try. http://tenisufki.eu/image/ficzer/201...ing-2012-1.jpg

Or maybe if you can find them a pair of Air Jordan 14s, they were designed for driving.
http://www.google.com/search?q=roshe...n+14s&tbm=isch

Spartan01 · 12-04-2013, 02:22 PM

A good Wrestling shoe would also be pretty good I think.

White_SS/RS · 12-04-2013, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Top~Dog

Maybe not as durable - but at least you can recycle!

Bottles.... Are those NASA certified? Im looking for a new racing shoe!

tw78911sc · 12-04-2013, 09:00 PM

Old school simpsons, super comfy, and unlike thin soled non driving shoes, the bottom are super soft rubber and won't slide around when heel/toeing

12-03-2013, 08:04 PM	#15
toehead93 Drives: 2014 2SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: wpb fl Posts: 3,136 View My Garage	Shoes like the Puma speed cat and future cat have very think sole so you can feel the pedal better and they are lighter. It is the opposite of a cowboy boot and a standerd sneaker would fall in the middle for feel and feedback. The Pumas can be found for $50-$80 which is pretty good. Actual race shoes have fire retardant insulation, these less expensive shoes do not. __________________ Used Racing Brake 2 Peice Rotors for sale: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344754 Summit White 2014 2SS 1LE Recaros, NPP exhaust, Nav 2010 2SS A6 - sold.

12-03-2013, 08:18 PM	#16
CamaroDreams76 Tri-County Camaro SWFL Drives: 2013 IOM 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: South West FL Posts: 3,079 View My Garage	If you are talking DD shoes, reebok zigtek lite are good. They are very light and comfortable shoe. the entire shoe is pretty much mesh so extremely breatheable. BUT....... I also drive barefoot and I prefer it over wearing a shoe. __________________ Just bolt ons........ https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=343023

12-04-2013, 04:44 AM	#17
Top~Dog Drives: 2014 2SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Harker Heights TX Posts: 213 View My Garage	Maybe not as durable - but at least you can recycle! Attached Images __________________

12-04-2013, 07:00 AM	#19
SVThis Drives: 2013 1LE 1SS Victory Red 1 of 76 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 425 View My Garage	For autocross, even though it's probably not legal, I've been known to drive barefoot now and then. Much better feedback through the pedals. __________________ 2013 1SS 1LE Victory Red. 187 CAM-C

12-04-2013, 07:30 AM	#21
Spartan01 Drives: Evil Eva, 2010 2SS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Falls Church, Virginia Posts: 3,600	If you enjoy driving barefoot, or simply want maximum input from the pedals, try a Minimalist running Shoe. Merrill makes several, and all your toes are in the same compartment, like a standard shoe, but the sole is more flexible and very thin, so you get a better feel. Vibram makes the 5 Finger design, which is the best thing next to being barefoot. None of these shoes offer flame resistance though. __________________ "You simply cannot trust quotes found on the internet." -Abraham Lincoln

12-04-2013, 05:34 AM	#18
Aqua_Blue_SS Drives: 2010 ABM 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Baytown, TX Posts: 341	Chuck taylors

12-04-2013, 09:44 AM	#22
Spartan01 Drives: Evil Eva, 2010 2SS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Falls Church, Virginia Posts: 3,600	However, when it comes to flame resistance, what is the point of getting flame resistant shoes, but not also wearing a flame resistant suit? __________________ "You simply cannot trust quotes found on the internet." -Abraham Lincoln

12-04-2013, 10:01 AM	#23
SPARTAN sui PC Technician Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: North Dakota Posts: 2,161	This is one of my favorite shoes, Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66. These are essentially track shoes, so they're extremely lightweight. Very flat and not much support, but pretty comfortable in the vehicle. I've worn Mexico 66's for a few years now. __________________

12-04-2013, 02:05 PM	#25
gmen09 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS ls3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Flemington NJ Posts: 588 View My Garage	Roshe Runs are maybe the most comfortable who I've ever owned. Those or the lunarlites, but nike doesnt make them any more. If your looking for a really comfortable sneaker that is also an excellent shoe for heel toeing, then give the nike Roshe Runs a try. http://tenisufki.eu/image/ficzer/201...ing-2012-1.jpg Or maybe if you can find them a pair of Air Jordan 14s, they were designed for driving. http://www.google.com/search?q=roshe...n+14s&tbm=isch __________________

12-04-2013, 02:22 PM	#26
Spartan01 Drives: Evil Eva, 2010 2SS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Falls Church, Virginia Posts: 3,600	A good Wrestling shoe would also be pretty good I think. __________________ "You simply cannot trust quotes found on the internet." -Abraham Lincoln

12-04-2013, 09:00 PM	#28
tw78911sc Drives: 14 1SS Camaro 1LE, NPP, Recaros Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NC Posts: 819	Old school simpsons, super comfy, and unlike thin soled non driving shoes, the bottom are super soft rubber and won't slide around when heel/toeing