{"id":145,"date":"2021-11-01T18:20:31","date_gmt":"2021-11-01T17:20:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=651144"},"modified":"2021-11-01T18:37:15","modified_gmt":"2021-11-01T17:37:15","slug":"shimano-announces-limited-edition-dura-ace-themed-s-phyre-rc902s-plus-more-road-and-gravel-shoe-updates","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/shimano-announces-limited-edition-dura-ace-themed-s-phyre-rc902s-plus-more-road-and-gravel-shoe-updates\/","title":{"rendered":"Shimano announces limited-edition, Dura-Ace-themed S-Phyre RC902S, plus more road and gravel shoe updates"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Simon Bromley\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Monday, 01 November 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Shimano\u2019s new S-Phyre RC902S is a limited-edition, Dura-Ace R9200-themed version of its top of the range S-Phyre RC902<\/a> road cycling shoe.<\/p>\n

Additionally, the component giant has announced a flurry of other updates, including a track-specific S-Phyre cycling shoe (the S-Phyre RC902T) and a number of refreshes to popular models in its extensive shoe range.<\/p>\n

For road riders, popular lower-priced shoe options like the Shimano RC7<\/a> and Shimano RC5<\/a> have seen upgrades, while gravel cyclists are treated to updated colourways of the Shimano RX8<\/a>, which is featured in our pick of the best gravel bike shoes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Shimano S-Phyre RC902S Dura-Ace edition<\/h2>\n
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The Shimano RC902S shoe has a Dura-Ace R9200 theme.<\/span><\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

If you\u2019re one of the lucky few to already have your hands on a new Dura-Ace R9200 groupset<\/a>\u00a0but are worried your bog-standard road cycling shoes<\/a> don\u2019t match, then Shimano has the perfect set of disco slippers for you.<\/p>\n

The S-Phyre RC902S is a limited-edition version of its existing S-Phyre RC902 shoe. The construction is identical, but the colourway has been tweaked to match Shimano\u2019s latest top-of-the-range road groupset<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Shimano\u2019s S-Phyre RC902 shoe was already available in black, but this special Dura-Ace R9200 version receives a glossy \u201cenamelled black\u201d finish on the uppers, \u201cpearl metal\u201d Boa Li2 dials and a gloss black heel cup.<\/p>\n

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The construction of the RC902S shoe is, colours aside, the same as the standard RC902 shoes.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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Shimano\u2019s RC902S shoe gets \u201cpearl metal\u201d Boa Li2 dials.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Curiously, the S-Phyre RC902S shoe doesn\u2019t appear to mention Dura-Ace anywhere on the shoe itself, but those who know, know, and that\u2019s probably all that matters.<\/p>\n

Available (still) only in black, in standard and wide-fitting versions (sizes EU36 to 48, with half sizes available from EU39 to 47), it\u2019s not clear exactly how many pairs the edition is limited to, but the S-Phyre RC902S shoes have an RRP of \u00a3349.99 \/ \u20ac369.99 \/ \u00a2430 (\u00a330 more than the standard version).<\/p>\n

Shimano claims a size EU42 shoe weighs 240g.<\/p>\n

Shimano S-Phyre RC9 Track<\/h2>\n
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Shimano\u2019s RC902T shoe is a track-specific cycling shoe.<\/span><\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The S-Phyre RC9 Track is a track-specific cycling shoe aimed at \u201csprinters, time trial and criterium specialists\u201d.<\/p>\n

Modelled on the S-Phyre RC902 road shoe, the feature that makes the RC902T track-specific is the absence of a second Boa dial on the midfoot. Instead, a single Boa dial and a forefoot Velcro strap take care of fit adjustments.<\/p>\n

This allows the use of toe-straps across this area of the foot, which are still popular in track cycling events<\/a> for the increased pedalling security they provide.<\/p>\n

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The RC902T shoe loses a Boa dial so that toe straps can be used without interfering with the shoe.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The construction of the shoe is otherwise much the same as with the RC902 road shoes, with a stiff soler and wraparound uppers.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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They\u2019re only available in white.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Otherwise, the RC902T\u2019s construction is much the same as the RC902 road shoes, with stretch-resistant, wraparound uppers and a sole rated a full 12\/12 on Shimano\u2019s stiffness scale.<\/p>\n

As track cycling often takes place indoors, the RC902T is fittingly only available in white, and Shimano claims a size EU42 shoe weighs 235g. Standard and wide versions are available (sizes EU36 to 48, with half sizes available from 39 to47).<\/p>\n

The S-Phyre RC902T costs \u00a3319.99 \/ \u20ac369.99 \/ \u00a2430.<\/p>\n

Shimano RC702<\/h2>\n
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Shimano\u2019s RC7 shoe looks to offer high performance on a budget.<\/span><\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

While Shimano\u2019s top-of-the-range shoes grace the feet of WorldTour professionals such as Wout van Aert, Primo\u017e Rogli\u010d and Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig, its lower-priced options remain steadfastly popular among amateurs thanks to an admirable cost-to-performance ratio.<\/p>\n

With this in mind, Shimano has announced updates to its RC7 and RC5 road cycling shoes.<\/p>\n

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Compared to the S-Phyre models, the RC7 soles are a little less stiff, and the Boa dials a little cheaper.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The RC7 gets Boa L6 dials.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The RC7 sole is rated 10\/12 for stiffness, according to Shimano.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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As well as black, the RC7 is also available in white and red.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Both benefit from trickle-down technology from the S-Phyre range, with the RC7 receiving a similar \u201csurround wrapping upper\u201d to the S-Phyre RC902 shoe and dual Boa L6 dials.<\/p>\n

There are standard and wide-fitting versions (sizes EU38 to 50, with half sizes available from EU38 to 47), and Shimano claims a size EU42 weighs 255g.<\/p>\n

The RC7 has a sole rated 10\/12 on Shimano\u2019s scale, and is available in black, white or red at an RRP of \u00a3189.99 \/ \u20ac199.99 \/ $240.<\/p>\n

Shimano RC502 and RC502 Women<\/h2>\n
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Shimano\u2019s RC5 shoe is even more budget-friendly.<\/span><\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The RC5 shoe uses a \u201cmesh\/TPU and synthetic leather upper material\u201d, again in a wraparound style design, for a \u201cglove-like fit.\u201d<\/p>\n

The RC5 uses a single Boa L6 dial and Velcro strap up front, and there is also a women\u2019s-specific version \u2013 the RC5 Women \u2013 built around a women\u2019s-specific last.<\/p>\n

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The Shimano RC5 Women shoe is built around a women\u2019s specific last.<\/span><\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

With a sole rate of 8\/12 for stiffness, according to Shimano, and an RRP of \u00a3139.99 \/ \u20ac149.99 \/ $170, the RC5 is aimed at performance-minded roadies on a budget.<\/p>\n

The RC5 shoe is available in blue, black or white, in standard or wide fits (sizes EU38 to 50). A size EU42 shoe is claimed to weigh 241g.<\/p>\n

The RC5 Women shoe is available in turquoise, black or white, in standard fit (sizes EU36 to 44). A size EU40 shoe is claimed to weigh 228g.<\/p>\n

Shimano RX8 new colour options<\/h2>\n
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Shimano\u2019s RX8 gravel shoe is now available in \u201cyellow \/ gold desert-at-dusk\u201d and\u2026<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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\u2026\u201cburnt bronze\u201d.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

With the popularity of gravel riding<\/a> continuing to grow rapidly, Shimano is doubling down on its efforts to serve this hungry market with two new colour options for its RX8 gravel shoe.<\/p>\n

Inspired \u201cby the arid landscapes of Kansas\u201d and the Unbound gravel race<\/a>, Shimano has announced new burnt bronze and yellow\/gold desert-at-dusk versions.<\/p>\n

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The yellow \/ gold desert-at-dusk fades from gold to black, across the shoe.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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The construction is otherwise the same as the current RX8 gravel shoe, meaning it should offer excellent performance.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>
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Shimano\u2019s new RX8 gravel shoe in \u201cburnt bronze\u201d.<\/span> <\/figcaption> Shimano<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div> <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Construction, and therefore performance, is otherwise the same as the existing RX8 gravel shoe (no bad thing, considering we gave it an almost perfect score in our Shimano Rx8 review<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Available in sizes EU38 to 50, in standard or wide fits, there\u2019s also a women\u2019s-specific version (built around a women\u2019s specific last) available in sizes EU36 to 44.<\/p>\n

Shimano\u2019s RX8 gravel shoe has an RRP of \u00a3219.99 \/ \u20ac229.99 \/ $260.<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n

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