Historical information

Cycling shoes first appear in the 1880s and progressively became more sophisticated. Cleats first appear on cycling shoes in the late 1930s - before this toe cages and straps were used. The cleat design on these shoes was commonly used from the 1970s.

Significance

Detto Pietro cycling shoes were probably the most commonly used cycling shoes in the 1970s and early 1980s.

Physical description

Black leather cycling shoes with lace and slotted cleats. The leather uppers have punched holes in them to make them lighter and for ventilation. These shoes are made by Detto Pietro, Italy - a well known Italian footwear manufacturer of that time. First pair has leather soles and second pair features hard nylon soles.

Inscriptions & markings

"Detto Pietro"

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