There are plenty of shoes out there for riding the trails, but the Diddie Schneider is now sold as “the first and only shoe designed for biking and trail building.” We weren’t sure at first what that meant, but then it became clear.
The shoe is actually named after Diddie Schneider, one of the top bike terrain bike park builders in the world, and the shoe is more than just his namesake. It features a Nubuck leather upper, and features a low-profile, cage-compatible topcap but most notably offers a cut-resistant lace cover.
The Diddie Schneider is thus designed to offer protection from shovels, chainsaws, nails and other hazards associated with freeride trail construction. The special sole pattern and heel are design to work “with with the trail, not against it.” And the outsole should work well with platform pedals so trail builders can get to work and then try out their creations without having to change shoes.