Cambridge Women's Edwardian Bicycle Boots (Black/Black)
We must admit the Edwardians had serious style when it came to sporting attire. Our Cambridge Edwardian Bicycle Boots echo this past panache with glorious leather paired with flexible cotton twill canvas, quick-lacing, and double straps at the top. We've based the Cambridges on several pairs of original bicycle boots from the early 20th century, but updated for modern comfort, width, and durability. These boots aren't just for cycling, too. Wear them with bloomers, breeches, knickers, or skirts of any length for historical, vintage, historybounding, or modern attire.
As a lace-up boot, Cambridge Boots are very adjustable for a wide variety of ankle and calf measurements. The top of the Cambridge Boots do reach the calf muscle, and we've designed this area to be particularly adjustable for a broad range. The photos show both a size 7.5 on narrow calves and size 11 on wide calves.
Calf Size Range - 14 - 20 in / 35.6 - 50.8 cm
Ankle circumference - 8.5 - 13 in / 21.6 - 32.5 cm
Boot height (does not include heel) - 13.75 in / 34.9 cm
Materials & Sizing
- High grade 100% leather uppers paired with cotton textile
- 100% leather sole and rubber heel lift
- Leather collar cotton twill canvas lining
- 5.5 in / 14 cm wide tongue with lace keeper loop
- Speed hooks for quick lacing
- Top Strap - 10.5 in / 26.7 cm from stitch point, 8 holes
- Lower Strap - 9.75 in / 24.7 cm from stitch point, 8 holes
- Strap can be easily shortened for smaller calf sizes
- Comes with two lengths of boot laces
- "B" width (average)
- Runs true to size for most customers.
- Order a half-size larger for wide-width feet, or if you prefer your shoes to fit more loosely, or intend to wear with thicker stockings.
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| Size Trends | Runs true to size for most customers. |
| Width | Regular (B) width |
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| Color | Black/Black |
| Upper | 100% leather and cotton textile |
| Lining | Pigskin leather & cotton twill textile |
| Sole | Leather |
| Heel | Stacked leather veneer |
| Heel Height | 1.25 in / 3.2 cm |
| Footbed | Lightly Padded |
| Closure | Laces |
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| Design | Designed in Reno, Nevada, USA |
| Materials | People's Republic of China |
| Assembly | Made in China |
Customer Reviews
These have been in my closet for a while. I finally took them with me to Teslacon. As usual I put inserts in them because my feet are slightly narrow. As soon as I laced them up I knew it was going to be a good day. The first day I wore them for 8 hours. Two days later they were on for another 6. I was nervous when the company was sold, but the quality is still there!.
I bought these for Dragon Con and I knew I'd be walking for miles. So I wore them to my job to break them in. They were comfortable the very first day. I walked for 3 miles total before the con, and walked 12 miles in them during the con. Comfortable the entire time and fit like I'd had them for years. Very happy with this purchase!
I’ve gotten four pairs of American Duchess shoes by now and these are by far my favorite. I got them during the sale and they’re the comfiest pair I have. Despite having a pointed toe they’re still super comfy for having wide toes. I’ve worn them around all day without any problems.
I'd only wear silk stockings with these, as they fit pretty snuggly. I can't wait for fall so I can wear my wool dress with these!
It was hard to justify spending so much on shoes, but I’ve worn these so many times and I can’t tell you how much I love them. They’re super versatile (I’ve matched them with so many outfits, with pants and skirts, with everyday looks and costume pieces), very comfy, and I just feel awesome when I wear them. One of my favorite clothing pieces.
