Good insoles do make a difference. I'm using the Spesh ones and they are good. I would also consider a carbon fibre sole as well if that wasn't enough. One handy tip I learned from Steve Hogg is to take some old bar tape and use it underneath the arch (under the insole is also OK). The flared edges of the tape allows you to build up extra some arch support if you need it. It really makes a difference because when you move your foot back and up, it won't slide around as much and you can increase your cadence.
The best insoles you can get are the G8 Performance Pro Series 2620 ! The arch support is fully customizable and much more effective than those you are showing in this video.
Primary difference is our Cobra9 innersole uses a carbon fiber core rather than rubber or plastic but you're correct, the innersole support is determined based on your choice of low, medium or high. This helps keep the weight to 43 grams (size 42.43) and the stack height (innersole thickness) incredibly low/thin at only 3mm. This means the volume of the shoe also remains unchanged 😊
Cool that this video came up. I just recently replaced my insole on my Bont Vaypor S and it made a huge difference. I feel more connected to the pedals because my arch is connected now. I'm using Specialized SL footbed though. Have you ever tried them? they feel really nice because of the wedge and metatarsal button. Like you, I'm using the medium arch. I'm going to look up on Cobra9 though.
@@CharlesOuimet I dig them! The arch and wedge feel really great. Only thing I notice is that it's a thicker insole. With the Insole on, it gave me some pain in the bunion so I had to heat mold the shoe again and use your screwdriver technique. So far so good though 🙂
So I ordered these insoles as well and mine came with metatarsal pads. Am I supposed to place these directly on top of the insole or cute out the area where they are to be placed. I noticed these were not on the insoles within this review and nothing was provided about how to install these if required. Thank for the help!
Great to hear you're a fan of our shoes! The pricing is inline with Cobra9's regular range of Semi Pro innersoles 😁 which also feature a carbon fiber core, premium level dual-density EVA and are designed and manufactured in Australia.
When you look at the old (original) insoles, and see the toes so distinct, that's a good s8gn that your feet are flexing a lot inside the shoe, and making your toes move. this is wasting watts and causing foot fatigue. getting arch support will really help most people, it's too bad it's not included in the original purchase.
We would love to include them with all our shoes but the reality is the cost involved would see the shoe price also go up significantly. For now, it's offered as an aftermarket purchase to also keep the option for people to use their own favoured brand or variety.
Isn't cycling expensive enough? $120 for an insert, WTF! Did you know if you need different or a new insert for your shoes you can get many different styles at Walmart for less than $20.
In the grand scheme of thing in cycling, 100$ isn't much when people are commonly riding in $5000+ bikes in EU or NA. Contact points with the bike should be a priority when you're doing over 10 000km per year! Saddle, handlebar and shoes. I agree you can find budget insoles, but these are not designed for cycling shoes. Might do the trick for some people, but not for everyone looking at performance and comfort increase
@@CharlesOuimet With that comment it sounds like you work for the company selling the insoles. In the grand scheme of things the cost of the bike someone is riding is not relative to their expendable cash. How often do you replace items you wear on the bike? That is usually yearly for me. What's it cost to maintain the bike, tires tubes sealant and many other things you or others might use. It's expensive to cycle in the grand scheme of things. Two years ago I went through foot surgery to have a titanium plate put in my foot, after that I couldn't wear my cycling shoes and ultimately bought 3 more pairs before I got a pair that was comfortable enough to do long rides. I tried the Specialized inserts very similar concept to what you are pushing and they did not help, if fact they made the pains worse. Maybe if someone is having a problem in their feet instead of buying a pair of inserts they should examine what shoes they are using. In the grand scheme of things does everything cycling have to cost more or are these companies just marketing to a dumb crowd that has proven they are easily suckered into spending. Those inserts couldn't be worth more than $29.99.
@@wasupwitdat1mofiki94 totally agree that specific needs should be assessed by a professional prior to looking for an off the shelf solution. Our innersoles are designed and manufactured by the podiatrists at Cobra9 who are also leader's in cycling shoe orthotics here in Australia. Our partnered innersoles fall inline with their current Semi Pro offering which also uses a carbon fiber core and dual-density EVA cover with no plastic or rubber parts that can degrade over time with sweat and general cycling shoe conditions. They are built to last for years to come (like our shoes) so we don't expect you would be replacing these anytime soon. As you have rightly pointed out, our innersoles are really for those looking to provide more general support and comfort in their shoes but as always, it's not necessary for everyone ✌
Sorry, but these insoles are overpriced. You can get Dr Scholl's tri comfort insoles for $22 CAD which I use in all my cycling shoes for the last 20 years. It replaced my podiatrist's orthotic of $400.
Looks like a great option at that price point and for those looking for a 3/4 length innersole. Our innersoles use a carbon fiber core with a dual-density EVA cover. The combination of the core and premium-level EVA mean they'll perform many years of reliable service. Dr. Scholl’s recommend replacement every six months "or at the first signs of wear" so depending on how much you ride, ours might just look like a bargain! 😉 We've also got ours priced the same as Cobra 9's Semi Pro devices which are designed and manufactured in Australia 😁
Good insoles do make a difference. I'm using the Spesh ones and they are good. I would also consider a carbon fibre sole as well if that wasn't enough. One handy tip I learned from Steve Hogg is to take some old bar tape and use it underneath the arch (under the insole is also OK). The flared edges of the tape allows you to build up extra some arch support if you need it. It really makes a difference because when you move your foot back and up, it won't slide around as much and you can increase your cadence.
The best insoles you can get are the G8 Performance Pro Series 2620 !
The arch support is fully customizable and much more effective than those you are showing in this video.
Primary difference is our Cobra9 innersole uses a carbon fiber core rather than rubber or plastic but you're correct, the innersole support is determined based on your choice of low, medium or high. This helps keep the weight to 43 grams (size 42.43) and the stack height (innersole thickness) incredibly low/thin at only 3mm. This means the volume of the shoe also remains unchanged 😊
thanks for sharing! I'll check them out
Cool that this video came up. I just recently replaced my insole on my Bont Vaypor S and it made a huge difference. I feel more connected to the pedals because my arch is connected now. I'm using Specialized SL footbed though. Have you ever tried them? they feel really nice because of the wedge and metatarsal button. Like you, I'm using the medium arch. I'm going to look up on Cobra9 though.
Never tried other insole than these one from cobra9! LMK how these feels if you put your hands (or feet I should say) on them
@@CharlesOuimet I dig them! The arch and wedge feel really great. Only thing I notice is that it's a thicker insole. With the Insole on, it gave me some pain in the bunion so I had to heat mold the shoe again and use your screwdriver technique. So far so good though 🙂
@@pointbreak2811 heck yes!!!!
So I ordered these insoles as well and mine came with metatarsal pads. Am I supposed to place these directly on top of the insole or cute out the area where they are to be placed. I noticed these were not on the insoles within this review and nothing was provided about how to install these if required. Thank for the help!
You need to take away the regular sole that came in the shoe first!
I wear Vaypor S' and am a big Bont fan but the pricing for these is ridiculous.
Great to hear you're a fan of our shoes! The pricing is inline with Cobra9's regular range of Semi Pro innersoles 😁 which also feature a carbon fiber core, premium level dual-density EVA and are designed and manufactured in Australia.
Yeahhhh I get it :(
When you look at the old (original) insoles, and see the toes so distinct, that's a good s8gn that your feet are flexing a lot inside the shoe, and making your toes move. this is wasting watts and causing foot fatigue.
getting arch support will really help most people, it's too bad it's not included in the original purchase.
We would love to include them with all our shoes but the reality is the cost involved would see the shoe price also go up significantly. For now, it's offered as an aftermarket purchase to also keep the option for people to use their own favoured brand or variety.
Thanks!
Smart, solestar and g8 is a pain to get in the shoe. Hope they make something like this for shimano
These cobra9 were easy to fit!
And they are light compared to solestar!
$99 for foam? Ha ha ha. IDTS. I can get SOLSTAR carbon inserts for the same price. SOLSTAR red works fantastic with BONT Vaypor
They have carbon inserts
Isn't cycling expensive enough? $120 for an insert, WTF! Did you know if you need different or a new insert for your shoes you can get many different styles at Walmart for less than $20.
In the grand scheme of thing in cycling, 100$ isn't much when people are commonly riding in $5000+ bikes in EU or NA. Contact points with the bike should be a priority when you're doing over 10 000km per year! Saddle, handlebar and shoes. I agree you can find budget insoles, but these are not designed for cycling shoes. Might do the trick for some people, but not for everyone looking at performance and comfort increase
@@CharlesOuimet With that comment it sounds like you work for the company selling the insoles. In the grand scheme of things the cost of the bike someone is riding is not relative to their expendable cash. How often do you replace items you wear on the bike? That is usually yearly for me. What's it cost to maintain the bike, tires tubes sealant and many other things you or others might use. It's expensive to cycle in the grand scheme of things. Two years ago I went through foot surgery to have a titanium plate put in my foot, after that I couldn't wear my cycling shoes and ultimately bought 3 more pairs before I got a pair that was comfortable enough to do long rides. I tried the Specialized inserts very similar concept to what you are pushing and they did not help, if fact they made the pains worse. Maybe if someone is having a problem in their feet instead of buying a pair of inserts they should examine what shoes they are using. In the grand scheme of things does everything cycling have to cost more or are these companies just marketing to a dumb crowd that has proven they are easily suckered into spending. Those inserts couldn't be worth more than $29.99.
@@wasupwitdat1mofiki94 totally agree that specific needs should be assessed by a professional prior to looking for an off the shelf solution. Our innersoles are designed and manufactured by the podiatrists at Cobra9 who are also leader's in cycling shoe orthotics here in Australia. Our partnered innersoles fall inline with their current Semi Pro offering which also uses a carbon fiber core and dual-density EVA cover with no plastic or rubber parts that can degrade over time with sweat and general cycling shoe conditions. They are built to last for years to come (like our shoes) so we don't expect you would be replacing these anytime soon. As you have rightly pointed out, our innersoles are really for those looking to provide more general support and comfort in their shoes but as always, it's not necessary for everyone ✌
Sorry, but these insoles are overpriced. You can get Dr Scholl's tri comfort insoles for $22 CAD which I use in all my cycling shoes for the last 20 years. It replaced my podiatrist's orthotic of $400.
Looks like a great option at that price point and for those looking for a 3/4 length innersole. Our innersoles use a carbon fiber core with a dual-density EVA cover. The combination of the core and premium-level EVA mean they'll perform many years of reliable service. Dr. Scholl’s recommend replacement every six months "or at the first signs of wear" so depending on how much you ride, ours might just look like a bargain! 😉 We've also got ours priced the same as Cobra 9's Semi Pro devices which are designed and manufactured in Australia 😁
why do you keep looking up? are you being held to ransom or something?😄
ahah it's a bad habbit of looking at the monitor and not the lens :p
I should turn off the monitor when i'm recording hehe
relax guy
@@galenkehler I'm not your guy buddy!
@@cbyod I'm not your buddy, friend!