Retrofitz Makes Any Shoe Clipless, Offers DIY Cleat System

These are going to work great on my cowboy boots

Pretty cool idea, but I did it first: http://gearinches.com/blog/how-to/diy-cycling-shoes

However, if I try this again, I think I’ll give the Retrofitz a try and save myself some hassle.

I kind of agree with Seldon that the protrusion takes away from the usefulness of the shoe as a regular street shoe. It’s still an interesting concept and perhaps with a thicker soled shoe it could be worthwhile to try. A pair of clipless Chuck Taylors would be pretty rad.

@Ajax, who exactly in the comments is a doofus? I believe everyone understands that you have to cut a hole in the shoe. Hence the whole, you know, RETROFITing thing.

@psmurf, if you didn’t know from the pics alone that there is a big square that needs to be cut in the bottom of your shoes for this to work, then I don’t know how to help you. Reading glasses maybe?

I had the same initial reaction as Seldon, but with thicker-soled shoes like cross trainers, it might clear the TPU bumpers. Also, notice that the bumpers are removable, or at least they look to be since they’re screw mounted. Being TPU, I guess you could always trim-to-fit the bumpers as well, as long as your cleat choice cleared when walking. I think this is a great concept, but pricing seems a bit high. I’ll probably buy a set and give it a shot, but I’d have lower performance expectations if they were under $40.

Even if it ruined the shoes for walking, this could be fun. $50 to turn some cowboy boots into somewhat usable novelty riding equipment, I can’t think of any weird cycling races that people would use these in ;).

@Ajax, trolling like a master! Now, let me introduce you to a playground called youtube…

This is the best solution to casual cycling shoes (not compared to DZR and Chrome). Also gives a a great re-purpose for an older pair!

But by the way – this company is not new and has been around for a few years now.

I ordered a pair of converse sneakers fitted with cleats from Retrofitz in the US as a christmas present for my son. It wasn’t until after christmas when the shoes never arrived that Retrofitz told me they don’t fit in sizes larger than US size 12!

I have one very disappointed son who now thinks we can buy the kit and fit our own but I don’t know…I’ve looked at the instructions and the possibility of getting it wrong is high. If I were to buy the shoes and the kit, is there anyone out there (in London) who is confident and reliable who would fit them for me? Should I ask a bit shop? Or a cobbler?

try it on some hoka one.one’s. That thick sole could handle it!