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SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: New AMG/Santoni Driving shoes.....

Old Feb 13, 2007 | 12:55 AM
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New AMG/Santoni Driving shoes.....

I just got a pair of AMG/Santoni driving shoes. Hugely comfy and fuctional.

http://www.highlights-magazin.de/ima...odD0iMzM1Ig==#

Definitely worth the money!
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Old Feb 16, 2007 | 04:33 PM
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Very nice.

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Old Feb 16, 2007 | 08:53 PM
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how much are they?
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Old Feb 17, 2007 | 01:56 AM
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They cost me $450. A bit pricey, but they are definitely a quality item.
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Old Feb 17, 2007 | 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by IngenereAMG
I just got a pair of AMG/Santoni driving shoes. Hugely comfy and fuctional.

http://www.highlights-magazin.de/ima...odD0iMzM1Ig==#

Definitely worth the money!
Any truth to the rumor that the AMG/Santoni shoes guarantee 20 more ft/lb of torque? And to shave 3 sec. off lap times?



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AMGs are all juice drive. How do they add functionality when there is no need to heel/toe?



More to the point, I have faked up my right ankle so many times that I thought I would never be able to learn heel/toe. I bought a pair of Sabelt driving shoes at my last track day and I really noticed the difference. Heel/toe is something that I am getting used to now.
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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 03:04 AM
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Ouch 450$.
I think a group buy is in order haha.
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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 08:28 AM
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Ouch 450$.
I think a group buy is in order haha.
You mean we buy one pair between the lot of us and enjoy the shoes each one week of the year, right?

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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 09:49 AM
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You mean we buy one pair between the lot of us and enjoy the shoes each one week of the year, right?

Where can they be purchased?
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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 09:53 AM
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Nevermind, they have them at Nordstrom for $440 if anyones interested. Looks like I'll have to save up gift cards over the years

http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2929674/...bo=2380781&P=1
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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Scruffyone
Any truth to the rumor that the AMG/Santoni shoes guarantee 20 more ft/lb of torque? And to shave 3 sec. off lap times?



Next question
AMGs are all juice drive. How do they add functionality when there is no need to heel/toe?



More to the point, I have faked up my right ankle so many times that I thought I would never be able to learn heel/toe. I bought a pair of Sabelt driving shoes at my last track day and I really noticed the difference. Heel/toe is something that I am getting used to now.
Now you have to learn to double clutch! They work real well with the SL for me, as I left foot brake....plus I need the ankle support as well.

Nordstrom's only has the low tops. You have to go to Santoni USA...You can either call (212-794-3820) or email (madison.ny@santonishoesusa.com) for info. If you call, ask for Abdul, he was very helpful in all our communications. You want to speak with Abdul. He is very helpful. He got my size straight from Italy. Great guy and great shoes!
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