Speed cats (or other driving shoes) - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Symbiont · 05-31-2012, 02:26 PM

I really loved my Speed Cats, but I can't find size 14 anywhere. Anyone have a recommendation for where I could pick some up, or something comparable?

mattles · 05-31-2012, 02:27 PM

I just use adidas sambas. They are obviously not purpose built for driving/competition, but they are very similar in construction and comfort to speed cats. The only 'feature' the sambas lack is the rounded heel section.

Symbiont · 05-31-2012, 02:44 PM

With my long and narrow (AA) feet, I found that the rounded heel helps a lot in my crowded foot well. Regardless, I'll check those out. Do you know a good place online to order them in size 14? 15 would work, as well, but I can squeeze into 14s.

pyro530 · 05-31-2012, 02:48 PM

Looks like Zappos has bith the Drift Cat & Speed cat in size 14.

houseofsuffering · 05-31-2012, 02:48 PM

have you ever used Zappos? they have 14's and 15's

Symbiont · 05-31-2012, 03:00 PM

I haven't, but I'll go check them out now. Thanks!

EDIT: Ordered, thanks again!

mattles · 05-31-2012, 03:03 PM

the only place I know of to get anything larger than 12-13 is zappos. Damn thats a big shoe.

awlllwa · 05-31-2012, 03:06 PM

I use Piloti. but their largest US size is 13

ttknf · 05-31-2012, 03:07 PM

This sounds stupid, but check some of the "outlet" stores for these, like TJMaxx, Marshall's etc. I've found some odd-sized Pumas there a few times.

Symbiont · 05-31-2012, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ttknf

This sounds stupid, but check some of the "outlet" stores for these, like TJMaxx, Marshall's etc. I've found some odd-sized Pumas there a few times.

I have, as well. I went to Marshall's and Ross's already, but they didn't have any.

Turbowned · 05-31-2012, 03:24 PM

I never liked my Speed Cats. The soles were too skinny to get a good heel-toe, and they were so flat my feet would get sore (I have high arches). I'm on my 4th or 5th pair of Adidas Goodyear driving shoes; loved every single pair!

Search "Adidas Adi Racer" and see what styles you like!

Racecomp Engineering · 05-31-2012, 05:02 PM

Love my Samba millenniums. Never got into speedcats as a shoe that you can just wear around.

Certain Pilotis I like but I've moved on. That's my own personal preference, everyone else here loves them.

- Andrew

feedbag · 05-31-2012, 05:10 PM

Is there any difference between 'Speed Cats' and 'Fast Cats'? Only seeing fast cats on zappos.

bneale · 05-31-2012, 05:17 PM

Interesting thread you guys got going on.

I just ordered a pair of Alpinestar's directly from them and I have to admit, I love them. They are a little pricey though but I think they are worth it. I have to say the service is also excellent!

They are Tech K-1 Shoes. I also ordered the Tech K-1 Gloves and they are awesome. You don't really need them for driving, but for karting they are great. I love the padding in the gloves. It stops a lot of the vibrations I normally get in my hands while karting.

These are the shoes. They come in 4 colours including: black, blue, red, and white. I got white. They do have a raised heel and a heel cap and the sole is fairly thin. So you really get good feeling through the soles and your heel is protected.

bneale

05-31-2012, 02:27 PM	#2
mattles Proud of FR Layout Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S 6MT Location: Puget Sound, WA Posts: 984 Thanks: 101 Thanked 381 Times in 228 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I just use adidas sambas. They are obviously not purpose built for driving/competition, but they are very similar in construction and comfort to speed cats. The only 'feature' the sambas lack is the rounded heel section. __________________ --Matt // Flickr \\ Instagram

05-31-2012, 03:03 PM	#7
mattles Proud of FR Layout Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S 6MT Location: Puget Sound, WA Posts: 984 Thanks: 101 Thanked 381 Times in 228 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	the only place I know of to get anything larger than 12-13 is zappos. Damn thats a big shoe. __________________ --Matt // Flickr \\ Instagram

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bneale Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: Scion FR-S Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 555 Thanks: 1 Thanked 58 Times in 37 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Interesting thread you guys got going on. I just ordered a pair of Alpinestar's directly from them and I have to admit, I love them. They are a little pricey though but I think they are worth it. I have to say the service is also excellent! They are Tech K-1 Shoes. I also ordered the Tech K-1 Gloves and they are awesome. You don't really need them for driving, but for karting they are great. I love the padding in the gloves. It stops a lot of the vibrations I normally get in my hands while karting. These are the shoes. They come in 4 colours including: black, blue, red, and white. I got white. They do have a raised heel and a heel cap and the sole is fairly thin. So you really get good feeling through the soles and your heel is protected. bneale

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