What kind of driving shoes do you use?

jrarant · 08-07-2007, 05:57 PM

I drive 20 - 40 minutes one way (depending on traffic) everyday to work. I ware heels at work most days. In my Relay I have noticed a spot on the floor where my heel has worn the carpet. I don't want this to happen to my baby, so I am thinking about getting a pair of driving shoes. What do you suggest?

69t/a · 08-07-2007, 06:10 PM

You could probably buy a spare carpeted mat for less than the new shoes!!! That is, if your not just looking for a reason to have another pair.

Helios · 08-07-2007, 06:19 PM

Sandals!!!

Tonic · 08-07-2007, 06:35 PM

I dont have my Sky yet but i think im gonna use those Puma shoes! I love how you can totally feel the pedals with it!

lostcause · 08-07-2007, 06:39 PM

shoes? I spent all my money on my Sky. Now I can't afford shoes. It was still worth it though.

**Texas Red Line** · 08-07-2007, 06:42 PM

flip flops and bare feet.

xmicro_Redline · 08-07-2007, 06:42 PM

Good Year Driving Shoes by Adidas color matched to my Silver Sky with Black and Red Interior!!!

And the tread matches my GoodYear Eagle F1 GS-D3 tires!!!

HiredGun · 08-07-2007, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by lostcause

shoes? I spent all my money on my Sky. Now I can't afford shoes. It was still worth it though.

Exacalacalacaly!

billyharless · 08-07-2007, 07:17 PM

Driving shoes? They would not go well with a suit.

jrarant · 08-07-2007, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 69t/a

You could probably buy a spare carpeted mat for less than the new shoes!!! That is, if your not just looking for a reason to have another pair.

OK, you caught me, shoes are in the top 10 of my favorite things to spend money on.

1. Sky
2. Sky
3. Sky
4. Sky
5. Kids
6. Sky
7. Hubby
8. Sky
9. Shoes
10. Sky

Anyone else see a trend???

I think I might get away with saying that I need a new pair of shoes, but where does this fall in the list Sky or Shoes, maybe both (now thats a bonus).

Dan12R · 08-07-2007, 08:24 PM

I'm looking at this pair of Pumas: http://store.puma.com/pumaUSStore/pr...style&siteid=1

R Sky Rox · 08-07-2007, 09:48 PM

I worried about shoes for awhile (wore my Nikes to the dealership to pick the car up 'cause I was so worried about stalling her!), but learned pretty quickly that I could drive just fine in heels--and my legs look a lot better when I'm getting out. If I get a worn spot, I guess I'll just get a new floor mat. Getting in and out gracefully is still a bit of a challenge, though!

jayman · 08-07-2007, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Texas Red Line

flip flops and bare feet.

Ditto

...Take the flip-flops off in the car....bare foot drivin' is pretty cool...get out, throw flips back on...ahh yes---simplicity

ihawk95 · 08-08-2007, 12:13 AM

If you have a manual...I don't recommend the flip flops. I've had clutch issues with the flip flops.

Hmm...if we're talking shoes, I want a pair of Manolo's just so I can say I own a pair. But spent all my cash on the cars so the Manolo's will have to wait until at least next year.

For driving/summer, I recommend Josef Seibel. Stylish, yet comfy! I have black slide that is 4 years old and a light tan slide that is 3 years old. Both have held up great. Bought them both in Vegas! Good thing I'm going in Oct! For some reason, I buy shoes every trip I make to Vegas!!

JoeBIII · 08-08-2007, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jrarant

I drive 20 - 40 minutes one way (depending on traffic) everyday to work. I ware heels at work most days. In my Relay I have noticed a spot on the floor where my heel has worn the carpet. I don't want this to happen to my baby, so I am thinking about getting a pair of driving shoes. What do you suggest?

Dr. Martens AirWair flips... the unofficial footwear of Florida - year round.

CountryGirl · 08-08-2007, 08:28 AM

I usually just kick the right shoe off. If I had a manual I'd kick 'em both off!

Rick Tinley Park · 08-08-2007, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrarant

I drive 20 - 40 minutes one way (depending on traffic) everyday to work. I ware heels at work most days. In my Relay I have noticed a spot on the floor where my heel has worn the carpet. I don't want this to happen to my baby, so I am thinking about getting a pair of driving shoes. What do you suggest?

Since you are driving a short distance -- Driving Moccasins may be for you -- Google Driving Shoes -- or Driving moccasins and you'll find plenty.
That said the shoes will still wear your carpets (not as fast -- but still. Perhaps a rubber pad for the carpet and THEN the shoes...

Gerry · 08-08-2007, 10:18 AM

Saturn also has a really nice rubber mat set for the Sky. I use these mats in both my Vue and Ion and will have them in the Sky. They're nearly bullet proof, hold debris and water and are pretty comfortable under foot.

Wilkyman · 08-08-2007, 12:40 PM

With my 5speed I can't use the clutch with flip flops on, the flops get stuck on the floor all the time when I'm letting the clutch out... maybe my feet are too big...

**SKYRCKT** · 08-08-2007, 12:43 PM

I wear a cheap set of Walley World tennis shoes, preferring instead to save my money for the latest accessories for SKYRCKT.

KentuckySky · 08-08-2007, 12:57 PM

Heck, I'm from Kentucky. We usually wear these....

Just kidding. Contrary to popular belief, we really DO wear shoes in Kentucky!

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lostcause Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 1,251 My Photos: (0)	shoes? I spent all my money on my Sky. Now I can't afford shoes. It was still worth it though.

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xmicro_Redline Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New York Posts: 4,500 My Photos: (1)	Good Year Driving Shoes Good Year Driving Shoes by Adidas color matched to my Silver Sky with Black and Red Interior!!! And the tread matches my GoodYear Eagle F1 GS-D3 tires!!! Attached Thumbnails

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billyharless Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Odenton, Maryland Posts: 221 My Photos: (4)	Driving shoes? They would not go well with a suit. __________________ My Solstice Forum Gallery of Pictures My CarDomain Page http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2840579 My Blog http://billyandashley.blogspot.com

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Dan12R Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 41 My Photos: (0)	I'm looking at this pair of Pumas: http://store.puma.com/pumaUSStore/pr...style&siteid=1 __________________ -Dan On order: '08 Sky (named Chuck) MT rear wing black To replace: Focus 3 door hatch with, AT no power windows or locks understeer like whoa

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R Sky Rox Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 464 My Photos: (0)	I worried about shoes for awhile (wore my Nikes to the dealership to pick the car up 'cause I was so worried about stalling her!), but learned pretty quickly that I could drive just fine in heels--and my legs look a lot better when I'm getting out. If I get a worn spot, I guess I'll just get a new floor mat. Getting in and out gracefully is still a bit of a challenge, though!

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ihawk95 First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Middle of Nowhere Illinois Posts: 1,920 My Photos: (0)	If you have a manual...I don't recommend the flip flops. I've had clutch issues with the flip flops. Hmm...if we're talking shoes, I want a pair of Manolo's just so I can say I own a pair. But spent all my cash on the cars so the Manolo's will have to wait until at least next year. For driving/summer, I recommend Josef Seibel. Stylish, yet comfy! I have black slide that is 4 years old and a light tan slide that is 3 years old. Both have held up great. Bought them both in Vegas! Good thing I'm going in Oct! For some reason, I buy shoes every trip I make to Vegas!! __________________ aka - "Gang Warfare Girl" or GWG Just doing my thingy... :) Root For Soup!!! Sky Sol Sister - 2006 Solstice "Cookie" (I think?? Thanks Skip!! :) ) Delivered 11/30/05 Fully Loaded except XM and On-Star including Perm-a-Grin!

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CountryGirl Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 555 My Photos: (0)	I usually just kick the right shoe off. If I had a manual I'd kick 'em both off! __________________ Bluestone/Black REDLINE Perma-grin since Jan 2007

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Gerry Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 568 My Photos: (0)	Saturn also has a really nice rubber mat set for the Sky. I use these mats in both my Vue and Ion and will have them in the Sky. They're nearly bullet proof, hold debris and water and are pretty comfortable under foot.

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Wilkyman Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rochester Hills, MI Posts: 63 My Photos: (0)	With my 5speed I can't use the clutch with flip flops on, the flops get stuck on the floor all the time when I'm letting the clutch out... maybe my feet are too big... __________________ 07' White Redline 5 Speed, Spoiler B Series Stubby Custom Black Saturn Badges Lil' Chromies Windrestrictor V2 Red LED 20% Tint around Viper Alarm

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SKYRCKT Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Villa Rica, Georgia Posts: 694 My Photos: (20)	I wear a cheap set of Walley World tennis shoes, preferring instead to save my money for the latest accessories for SKYRCKT. __________________ 07 Sky R/L, bluestone, 5-speed, black interior, spoiler, chrome wheels, RPI GT exhaust, Personal Audio Link (PAL) iPod adapter, Lil Chromies, Opel-style antenna, JPM visor covers, GA license plate: SKYRCKT THE FLAME IS HOTTER WHEN IT'S BLUE!

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KentuckySky Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 280 My Photos: (0)	Yee-Haw Heck, I'm from Kentucky. We usually wear these.... Just kidding. Contrary to popular belief, we really DO wear shoes in Kentucky! __________________ Judi 2008 Red Line Midnight Blue Automatic Last edited by KentuckySky : 11-28-2007 at 02:14 PM.

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