Our verdict
Fans of the iconic Adidas Samba rejoice that their favorite sneaker silhouette has been adapted to a casual biking shoe. With the Velosamba, you don’t have to worry about transitioning from the bike to a coffee shop as the shoe looks just like the OG, only with an SPD setup underneath.
Pros
- All-time favorite silhouette
- Practical for city rides
- Good walkability
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- Water-resistant
- Sustainable materials
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Cons
- Heavy
- Not for wide feet
- Not reflective
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This unique urban cycling shoe from Adidas is likely to be a perfect match for you if:
- you are a huge fan of the Sambas
- you want a practical bike shoe that works for casual rides, commuting, indoor cycling, and walking
- your rides are short (10-15 miles around town or less than an hour)
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If you need a bike shoe that would work for longer and more demanding rides and even some MTB cycling, consider the sturdier ADIDAS ORIGINALS Sneaker bassa 'Zentic' nero bianco or even the Adidas Star Wars EL I.
Not a wide footer’s choice
The Velosamba Vegan is reported to have a rather narrow toebox so it cannot be recommended to riders with above-average feet. “Could do with a bigger toebox,” says one of the wearers.
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This Adidas bike shoe uses a 2-bolt SPD cleat system which allows clipping in and out of the pedal quickly. It also doesn’t interfere with the foot too much when you dismount.
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- “cleats don't feel when walking”
- “much more comfy than clunking around in typical bike shoes”
- “really unnoticeable that they are cycling shoes”
On the other hand, some people expected a bit more sneaker-like comfort from the shoe. One of them described it as “a bit on the stiff side.” Another complained that the cleats “still scrape on the floor when walking.” Someone also noticed that the stiffer sole results in heel slippage.
Velosamba Vegan is heavier than you might expect
More than a few reviewers reported that the Velosamba is heavy. Unfortunately, no information is available on the actual weight of the shoe but according to some of the bikers, they “weigh a ton” and feel “heavier than comparable options”
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Getting caught in rain will not be a problem with the Adidas Velosamba Vegan. Its upper is coated with water resistance, so it is going to shed the rain and puddles splashes from your feet. It’s not entirely waterproof though. Also, not your best bet on a hot summer day.
Sustainability is the shoe’s cornerstone
Having the word “Vegan” in its name clearly reflects the shoe’s emphasis. It contains at least 25% recycled materials as well as a vegan upper material.
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“The coolest street commuter shoe for sure,” “fun colors and super stylish,” “color is a huge plus that enhances the style of the shoe,” - these are just some of the comments coming from the excited buyer of the Velosamba Vegan. They absolutely adore the fact that Adidas chose to turn one of their eternal silhouettes into a casual bike shoe. Most of them also love the gum sole look and find the shoe easy to clean.
The only caveat is that the shoe is missing any reflective details whatsoever. It is a problem for those riding in the darker time of day.
