If you’re looking for a casual shoe that still offers the ability to ride clipless, look no further than DZR shoes. For riders looking to be able to step off their bike and into a social setting, DZR’s line of casual clipless shoes are a perfect choice. Combining classic sneaker silhouettes with modern clipless SPD technology, DZR shoes give cyclists another option when it comes to riding. With easy-to-use laces and impressive comfort, DZR is the ideal biking shoe for the commuter or anyone who wants to seamlessly integrate cycling into their daily routine.
Bike commuting continues to grow more popular: Wisconsin has seen a 34% increase and Minnesota 53% in the last decade as more people leave their cars behind for the commute. But traditional cycling shoes can be uncomfortable to wear off the bike. DZR’s shoes, though, allow you to arrive ready to work. They echo many classic sneaker styles: Vans-style slip-ons, low tops, and high tops. The first-ever “slip-on” cycling shoe, the DZR Jetlag uses a Velcro strap to secure the shoe for riding while still echoing the Vans you wore as a kid. There’s also a vegan option of the Jetlag called the Pigeon!
The Cove, Midnight, and Minna shoes offer a range of low-top styles. With multiple materials used throughout the shoes, all three of these kicks offer up stylish options for commuters; the Cove even comes with two different styles of laces for your customizable pleasure. The best-selling Minna model uses a black-on-black scheme that keeps the shoes understated yet surprising, with “for your eyes only” artwork on the footbed. In addition to the Minna, the Cove is also vegan and is perfect as a go-anywhere cycling shoe for someone looking for that quiver of one.
Our personal favorites, the high tops, use an old-school close-fitting design that offers additional ankle support and protection. The H2O is a fully seam-sealed shoe, making it the first waterproof, SPD-compatible sneaker. Made from treated sheepskin, the H2O is more supple and comfortable than many other regular sneakers. The Tosca is a great mix of herringbone and leather, offering a sneaker that is classy and functional.
With a full rubber sole and flexible fiberglass shank, DZR shoes work well both on and off your bike. Minimizing barriers to riding is one of DZR’s goals, and they do so by packing a lot into their shoes. As is true so often, it’s the small details that help set DZR apart. Large reflective detailing on the heel of the shoe provides safety, while natural gum rubber soles with recessed mounting brackets guarantee sure-footedness off the bike as well. Less noticeable details such as longer laces seem counterintuitive until you realize that longer laces mean you can safely tuck them under the elastic lace catch on the tongue to ensure they stay well away from your hungry chainring.
DZR shoes come with a six-month warranty and also offer repair services if Fido gets a hold of your kicks as well. If you’re looking for a casual shoe that still lets you seamlessly transition from bike to bar or boardroom, then DZR is worth checking out.