FS: Five.Ten Hellcat and Specialized bike shoes 9.5

[TrueNorth]

2 pairs of new in the box bike shoes, both men's size 9.5 US (well actually the Spec are labelled as 9.6, in case 9.5 is just a tenth too small...)

Prices include shipping to US or Canada, if you buy by tomorrow (Canada Post shipping promo). Paypal (US) or etransfer (Canada)

Five.Ten Hellcat MTB shoes size 9.5 $60 USD - SOLD
-the OG (?) version, heavy with Stealth rubber soles
-SPD compatible


Specialized Cadet shoes $50 USD
-suitable for commuting, casual, or gravel riding
-SPD compatible


Sorry for the sideways pics -- promise I'll ship them right side up.

[Doremite]

Anyone have any thoughts on whether you are giving up any grip using flats w a SPD compatible 5/10 sole? Seem to be reading they can be used w either pedal type but maybe I’m being misled by the internet again. Seems Ill advised to give up any surface grip.

[TrueNorth]

I've been using another pair of those same Hellcat shoes on my flat pedals, with no SPD cleats installed, and never felt I needed more grip. However, I am an aging dental professional riding xc-ish trails so your needs may differ. There is a cutout for the cleat, but most pedals don't have pins in that area anyway. Pics of the soles below:

[Doremite]

I've been using another pair of those same Hellcat shoes on my flat pedals, with no SPD cleats installed, and never felt I needed more grip. However, I am an aging dental professional riding xc-ish trails so your needs may differ. There is a cutout for the cleat, but most pedals don't have pins in that area anyway. Pics of the soles below:

Ok. Looking at my existing treads seems that area of the sole not near as worn as other areas of the tread. PM sent on the Hellcats.