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Old Jun 29, 2015 | 06:35 AM
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Originally Posted by JAsVette
Thanks for the advice. I guess I should have more specific. Not for track days, just all around use. Once after washing my car with regular sneakers on which were wet, I almost drove the car through the wall in my garage after my foot slipped off the clutch.
I've not found any shoe that will not slip on the stock clutch petal, IF your shoes are wet. Many have changed the petals to get better wet grip. If I find some options later today, I'll edit this post for them.
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Old Jun 29, 2015 | 12:59 PM
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Seriously? It's a Corvette, not an F1 car. I drive my car with everything from dress shoes to flip flips, cowboy boots, sneakers and even (real) driving shoes. It's all fine. I've even driven on the track with regular sneakers. It's all fine, driving shoes are nice on the track. On the street, lol...
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Old Jun 29, 2015 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by budgreen3564
Puma or Piloti
Simple.
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Old Jun 29, 2015 | 04:37 PM
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I noticed that my A6 brake pedal is all metal, without a rubber pad. Is that intentional for a more performance look or is something missing, like the rubber pad?

not sure about the answer but those holes are tough on the toenails
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Old Jun 29, 2015 | 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by vt65
I noticed that my A6 brake pedal is all metal, without a rubber pad. Is that intentional for a more performance look or is something missing, like the rubber pad?

not sure about the answer but those holes are tough on the toenails
Lol...Wrap it with duct tape....
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Old Jun 30, 2015 | 07:37 PM
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I like a running shoe, like Asics. Easily found and a good grip, works for me.
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Old Jun 30, 2015 | 09:26 PM
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Search for SRP racing pedals. Sold by some vendors here. Nice quality and your feet won't slip again. I have the pyramid black and silver. One of my favorite mods.
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 12:36 AM
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I have some puma shoes that I like but as with any shoe you have to try them on as every foot is different. Some brands just don't fit me right.

I second that they are great for driving but I wouldn't want to walk around in them very long.
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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 09:29 AM
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Shoes are expensive. Glue some sandpaper to your pedals. That helps a lot.

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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by R&L's C6
My favorite shoes for driving the Vette are a cheap pair of Sketchers with a thin sole.
These are my favorite too! Leather slip ons!
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 08:38 PM
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Mr.owc6 has a pair of driving mocs by Pikolinos that he loves.

http://www.planetshoes.com/item/piko...oakaAkAW8P8HAQ

I just use whatever is on my feet at the time.
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 10:14 PM
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Try just about any brand of deck shoe ...
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Birkenstock. That is what Miata and Prius owners wear.
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Originally Posted by rsparks64
Birkenstock. That is what Miata and Prius owners wear.
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Old Jul 30, 2015 | 10:44 PM
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I came across a brand named inov-8. I bought the F lite 240 and really like them. plus they work out of the car for me.

some good suggestions above though.

Good luck
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Driving shoes for putting around town? This is right on par with asking "what's the best vacuum for Lloyd's mats?" Or "What windshield fluid is the best?".

Tennis shoes, sandals, bare feet, elbows, prosthetic leg with loafers, doesn't matter.
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My driving shoes are for jogging and track days. I use my running shoes that are made for mid foot strikers rather than the traditional FAT heel running shoes. Fit snug and flat bottom.
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Originally Posted by ProfessorDeath
Driving shoes for putting around town? This is right on par with asking "what's the best vacuum for Lloyd's mats?" Or "What windshield fluid is the best?".

Tennis shoes, sandals, bare feet, elbows, prosthetic leg with loafers, doesn't matter.
Glad i'm not the only one laughing here (and in an auto at that). Only trouble I've come across was cleats. that kind of sucked.
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