Category: Footwear

Planning on cutting a swathe through the points race this season, but shudder at the thought of refinancing your home for a new pair of podium-worthy shoes? Give your wallet some relief, and give your legs a chance to finally do all the talking with the Women’s Giro Espada Shoe. A lightweight and super-stiff Easton EC70 carbon fiber sole faithfully delivers every watt of your power directly from the shoe to the pedal. Better power transfer means quicker acceleration, greater pedaling efficacy, and a faster route to the top, without another trip to the bank. Micro-adjusting ratchet strap lets you dial in a perfect fit, on or off the bikeSuperNatural Fit Kit footbed provides supreme all-day comfort, and allows you to adjust your arch support to find your optimal pedal contact point

FEATURES of the Pearl Izumi Women’s X-Project 3.0 Shoe Full-length tapered composite plate (Patent-pending) gives on-the-bike power transfer and off-the-bike hike-ability 1:1 anatomic buckle closure features a 25-degree angled strap design that follows the anatomic curve of the foot Seamless construction in the toe area for no-seam comfort in the flex zone Co-molded rubber tips on hollow TPU lugs provide traction on an extremely lightweight bottom unit Run shoe EVA foam heel absorbs impact for off-the-bike comfort SPECIFICATIONS of the Pearl Izumi Women’s X-Project 3.0 Shoe Weight: 285 g

Giro turned the mid-level shoe market on its head with the Apeckx Shoe. New for 2012, the Apeckx takes design cues from Giro’s high-end shoes, but packs them smartly into a more affordable package. The biggest difference is the sole; the Apeckx utilizes DuPont’s Zytel nylon in the place of Easton’s carbon fiber, but Zytel has been engineered to provide similar performance to carbon fiber, with a longer fatigue life. Ultimately, this means you get similar performance to carbon fiber for a longer period of time. An EVA footbed with medium arch support will fit the majority of riders, but Giro’s SuperNatural Fit Kit is available separately if you need to dial in the fit a little further. Offset straps help mitigate hot spotsAegis antimicrobial treatment on the footbed reduces odorsBreathable microfiber upper keeps your feet from overheatingMesh cutouts enhance breathability

When you’re traversing mandatory hike-a-bikes, it’s good to know you’ll have the secure footing of Five Ten’s Hellcat Shoe. While your riding buddies slip and tiptoe in hard-rubber-soled, metal spiked, road-bike-based kicks, your Stealth-Rubber-equipped Hellcats will grip the terrain like dedicated approach shoes. The Hellcat Shoe has a Five Ten Stealth rubber sole — which gives tons of grip so your feet stay firmly planted on the pedals. This soft rubber compound also provides grip when you’re off the bike scrambling and is extremely durable. On top of that, you can use the Hellcat with two-bolt mountain pedals. A stiff-but-sensitive shank provides a solid pedaling platform without taking away from the feel or natural flex of the shoe. The Hellcat’s burly, abrasion-resistant leather upper holds up to season-after-season of ridiculous off-road abuse. A hook-and-loop ankle strap beefs up the already-beefy ankle support for a firm-but-natural fit, while metal grommets mean the Hellcat will lace up easily. The Five Ten Hellcat Shoe is Black and comes in half sizes from men’s 6 through 12, with a full size jump to 13 and another to 14.

The Select MTB shoe provides unbeatable fit and performance at an unbeatable price. Select Grade nylon and composite fiber plate for lightweight stiffness and durability Direct-Vent technology for cooling and drainage Concave shaped sole plate for enhanced stiffness and anatomic support Built in longitudinal arch support for optimal support, power, and efficiency Three strap anatomic closure follows the natural shape of the foot to eliminate hot spots and remove pressure from your instep Heel cup has an integrated molded power band for benchmark heel hold and power transfer Select insole provides excellent longitudinal and transverse arch support Women’s specific fit Weight: 312 grams (size 40)

It’s not always the case that your cycling shoes have to be some clodhopper-looking fashion disaster. For example, Pearl Izumi, a leader in high-performing women’s cycling apparel and shoes that are also cute, offer you the Women’s X-Road Fuel II Mountain Bike Shoes. They feature an ultra comfy compressed foam sole that gets the job done on the bike, but makes walking nice too. The upper is Pearl Izumi’s running shoe look all the way, as in wear them around town for fashion’s sake. Lace up is easy and never cumbersome, and a low-cut upper construction keeps you free flowing whether pedaling or running. Flexible forefoot and a nylon plate deliver pedaling stability and easy movement; shoes absorb shock, return energy and provide cushioning on and off bike Uppers feature quick-drying, breathable mesh and synthetic leather Just like your comfortable tennis shoes, the lace closure system and low-cut construction provide a light and fast fit Outsoles feature running-shoe style rubber lugs to offer sure traction and durability when walking around off of the bike The Pearl Izumi X-Road Fuel II bike shoes are compatible with 2-bolt cleats

The Five Ten Impact Karver Bike Shoe sticks to platform pedals like no other. Designed for the female foot that spends time shuttling, dirt jumping, or days riding lifts, the Karver stays planted to flats with legendary grip.

Product Features

• Upper Material: action leather
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• Tread: , Stealth S1 rubber
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• Closure: lacing
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• Recommended Use: mtb
• Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year

SPECIFICATIONS of the Pearl Izumi Women’s Tri Fly V Shoe Weight: 245 g

FEATURES of the Pearl Izumi Men’s Tri Fly IV Shoe 1:1 Anatomic TRI Closure: Eliminates hot spots and removes pressure from your instep Fully lined mesh upper for bare foot comfort Select 1:1 Power Plate: Select Grade Nylon and Composite Fiber plate for lightweight stiffness and durability Direct-Vent technology for cooling and drainage Concave shaping for ultra low 7 mm stack height, enhanced plate stiffness and anatomic support Built-in Longitudinal Arch Support for optimal support, power, and efficiency EVA foam and Rubber heel bumper gives stability and walking comfort Select Insole provides excellent Longitudinal and Transverse Arch Support SPD Compatible SPECIFICATIONS of the Pearl Izumi Men’s Tri Fly IV Shoe Weight: 270 g

Outside of flashy graphics and fluorescent color schemes, have you ever stopped to think about what a $400 pair of shoes have that a $200 pair doesn’t? Well, lucky for you, these are the kind of things that we’re obsessive about, and the answer might surprise you. When compared to the likes of Shimano’s SH-R170 Shoes, the halo-shoe category starts to lose its luster. Anatomic last design? Check. Stiff carbon outsole? Got it. Comfort and adjustability? Check and mate. Basically, when you run through your wishlist, you’ll notice that the SH-R170s checks off all of the boxes, only at a fraction of the price of what you were prepared to spend. Shimano had one key objective for its SH-R170 shoes: Create a race-day shoe at an everyday price. And not surprisingly, Shimano did not disappoint. The R170s feature a carbon composite outsole construction that strikes the ideal balance between rigidity and comfort. Now, we’re all led to believe that stiffer is better, and in some cycling applications, this is absolutely true. However, it’s crucial to remember that over the course of a century, that blanket-applied, overly rigid shoe will degrade your circulation. So, to avoid the eventual numbing, Shimano developed what it calls its Dynalast technology. This outsole system delivers power to the pedal, while still allowing a calculated level of flex. This is possible due to the sole’s variable stiffness and density that accommodates the movements of the arch. Furthering this power transfer are the R170’s securing straps. The shoes feature two asymmetric, hook-and-loop straps that allow you to control the shoes’ internal volume. Shimano has given these a broad, angular, and offset design that makes them simple to grab and adjust while in the saddle, should you need to make any on-the-fly adjustments. Controlling the overall tightness and security is a Shimano micro-adjust, ratcheting buckle. This system allows you make incremental adjustments with an elongated ratchet fixture….