i race in a set of piloti's. my backup set is a pair of sparcos. i also have a pair of omp's that are too big and never worn. i ride my bicycle in the sparcos. they are very narrow and flat souled. i would not want to walk around in them.
the pilotis are just comfortable. they are bigger shoes and make the heel/toe throttle blip easier for me.
I have an old pair of Simpson's I bought back in the '80's. Sole wore out and I had resoled with leather..OK unless it is raining. I'm on my 2nd pair of G-Force hightops. 2nd pair was a Christmas present from my daughter a couple of years ago. Comfortable, long wearing. 1st pair has faded (blue-bought in '95), but soles still good. Laces did break finally, but everything else is still fine. Hard to beat for the price.