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Deeside Cycles in the UK (www.deesidecycles.com) has the Carnac Carlit-200, a classic road/touring shoe. They list the price as £63.95, but that includes 17.5% VAT. I bought a pair last year and I think they came to around $100 including shipping. There is no provision for any kind of cleat, but you can walk in them, even if it means flapping a bit like a duck.
Be forewarned - they tend to the narrow. I wear a US 9.5D and a 43.5 in my Diadoras. I bought a 44 in the Carlit and it works with thin cycling socks. It snug across the ball of my foot but tolerable.
They also used to carry the Carnac Forclaz, which is essentially the same shoe but unlined. Carnac also make a more modern style of touring shoe with Velco closures instead of laces which will accept a SPD-type cleat or can be worn without, but they are the devil to find.
Phil Sieg Knoxville, Tennessee
Steve Leitgen wrote:
> First I want to thank all who answered my freewheel question. I now
> have some options.
>
> So now I have my (hypothetical) steed back on the road. I've scavenged
> the basement and bought a freewheel. Clipless pedals started in the
> mid to late 80s. toe clips are what goes on my bike.
>
> What do I do for shoes? (More importantly a size 45-46 wide) It would
> be a shame to ride a hot 70's racing machine tubulars and all with
> running shoes. Does anyone carry old style riding shoes?
>
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> Steve Leitgen
> La Crosse, WI