Scarpe Flat 7.0 HydraDri

Winter is a great time to run flat pedals due to the often unpredictable nature of the trail. These shoes are one more good reason to go flat when the days get short. We wouldn’t want to ride the Iditabike in Leatt’s HydraDri or in temperatures into the 20s, but for average winter riding in dry or wet conditions, these shoes are tough to beat.

HITS:

• Warm
• Very water-resistant
• Durable
• Comfortable
• Good pedal grip

MISSES:

• None

https://mbaction.com/leatt-7-0-hydradri-flat-shoe-review-winter-flat-pedal-shoe-perfection/

Leatt’s winter flat shoes offer impressive comfort, thanks to their true to size fit and cozy insulation. That makes them good for colder, not just wet weather. The zippered boot design does a credible job of keeping water out, and our feet remained dry during testing. The speed-lace system is tucked inside the waterproof zi, keeping it clean and offers a secure and snug fit. Not only does the cuff extend a good way up, but with its elastic opening and popper fastener, it fits close to the ancle and tucks neatly under riding pants. There is plenty of bite from Leatt’s “RideGrip Pro” outsole, which keeps your feet attached securely to the pedals. The mid-sole balances stiffness and comfort well, and we never felt any harsh feedback. A bonus is the Active Carbon insole, claimed to be anti-bacterial, anti-odor and quick drying -> 4.5 of 5 Stars

a must have product for our climate and thus have been an instant hit with me both when riding and indeed kept on in many a subsequent late-night bike wash
https://www.cyclingelectric.com/buyers-guides/best-electric-bike-cycling-products-of-2023

That big surprise here for me is that the HydrDri 7.0 shoes are really just foul-weather shoes, not winter shoes. In fact, they don’t feel overly warm at the moment when we are still in the death throes of winter. But in the same size 43, these shoes do offer a bit more room for thicker socks. That means I can go with merino ski socks to stay warm in freezing temps, but I will still be able to ride in these waterproof shoes when temps warm up.

But the cuff stays tight against my leg, and stays under slim-cut riding pants, so the mud stays out, my feet actually stay dry while riding super sloppy wet trails, and you can just hose them clean at the end of the ride without worrying about wet socks. And when I’m worrying about hunting for grip under my tires on slick trails and muddy off-cambers… I have had sticky predictable grip on my pedals

I usually had resorted to non-cycling-specific boots for winter platform pedal riding. And now I wonder why I didn’t get proper winter flat pedal shoes before.

https://bikerumor.com/leatt-mtb-shoes-stick-on-new-wafflegrip-pro-rubber-hydrdri-7-0-3-0-flat-pro-review/

On the outside, the HydrDri 7 shoes have a durable outer gaiter shell that is highly waterproof yet flexible, also with heel and toe reinforcement, a waterproof zip and a secure snap closure at the top that fits snugly but comfortably against your leg. and under your pant leg. Then there’s the same premium WaffleGrip Pro x RideGrip Pro sole for maximum platform pedal grip

https://uksport.news/leatt-mtb-shoes-stick-to-new-wafflegrip-pro-rubber-hydrdri-7-0-3-0-flat-pro-review/