{"id":826,"date":"2022-01-17T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-17T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=2445"},"modified":"2022-01-17T10:25:29","modified_gmt":"2022-01-17T09:25:29","slug":"best-cycling-shoes-2022-33-top-rated-road-cycling-shoes","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/best-cycling-shoes-2022-33-top-rated-road-cycling-shoes\/","title":{"rendered":"Best cycling shoes 2022 | 33 top-rated road cycling shoes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"><\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Simon von Bromley\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Monday, 17 January 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p>Your feet are one of the most important contact points on a bike, so it\u2019s vital to choose your cycling shoes carefully. There\u2019s a lot of choice though, so it can be hard to know what\u2019s best. Fortunately, you have come to the right place.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve put in the miles, so you can find the best cycling shoes for your performance requirements, riding style and budget.<\/p>\n<p>Do you need to spend big bucks to get the latest pro model, or will a cheaper option perform just as well?<\/p>\n<p>Some riders love a gleaming white pair of disco slippers, though these can be hard to keep clean (especially in a climate like the UK\u2019s); others prefer classic black, but some might say that black shoes are boring.<\/p>\n<p>Cycling shoes can also vary wildly in fit (we\u2019ve got a guide to <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/wide-shoes-why-you-need-them-and-which-brand-makes-the-best\/&quot;\">wide cycling shoes<\/a>) and intended use. It would be easy to throw lots of money at the problem and end up with a set of shoes that don\u2019t suit your unique foot shape or riding style.<\/p>\n<p>If you need something to clip into, check out our guide to the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bike-pedals\/&quot;\">best road bike pedals<\/a>.\u00a0If road cycling isn\u2019t your only riding discipline, or you prefer <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/shimano-spd-vs-spd-sl\/&quot;\">SPD vs SPD-SL pedals<\/a>, why don\u2019t you check out our buyer\u2019s guides to the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/best-shoes-for-mountain-bikers\/&quot;\">best mountain bike shoes<\/a>, <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-gravel-bike-shoes\/&quot;\">best gravel bike shoes<\/a> and <a href=\"&quot;http:\/\/bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-pedals\/&quot;\">best mountain bike pedals<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve considered all of the options, keep reading to the end for our buyer\u2019s guide to road cycling shoes.<\/p>\n<section class=\"&quot;highlight\"><div class=\"&quot;highlight__content\" editor-content=\"\"> <h2>Best cycling shoes in 2022, as tested and rated by our expert reviewers<\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s our full list of the best cycling shoes, as rated by our expert testers. We\u2019ve ridden and reviewed every shoe feature here, so you can trust our verdict.<\/p>\n<ul><li><strong>Shimano S-Phyre RC9:<\/strong> \u00a3320 \/ AU$499<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boardman Carbon:<\/strong> \u00a380<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bont Riot Road+ Boa:<\/strong> \u00a3150 \/ $182<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fizik Tempo R5 Powerstrap:<\/strong> \u00a3110 \/ $120<\/li>\n<li><strong>Giant Surge Pro:<\/strong> \u00a3275 \/ $385<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shimano S-Phyre RC902:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a3320 \/ $425 \/ AU$549 \/ \u20ac360<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sidi Wire 2:<\/strong> \u00a3330<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized S-Works 7:<\/strong> \u00a3340 \/ $400 \/ AU$500<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized Torch 3.0:<\/strong> \u00a3200 \/ $200<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bont Helix \/ Helix Reflex:<\/strong> \u00a3349 \/ $399<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bont Riot Buckle:<\/strong> \u00a399 \/ $129<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bont Vaypor S Hologram:<\/strong> \u00a3325<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bontrager Ballista Knit:<\/strong> \u00a3270 \/ $325<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bontrager XXX:<\/strong> \u00a3300\/ $399<\/li>\n<li><strong>DMT KR3:<\/strong> \u00a3236<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fizik R1 Infinito knit:<\/strong> \u00a3350 \/ $376<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fizik R3 Aria:<\/strong> \u00a3265 \/ $300<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fizik R5 Tempo Overcurve:<\/strong> \u00a3140 \/ $149.99<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fizik Vento Infinito Carbon 2:<\/strong> \u00a3330 \/ $350 \/ \u20ac350<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fizik Vento Stabilita Carbon:<\/strong> \u00a3375 \/ $400 \/ \u20ac400<\/li>\n<li><strong>Giant Phase 2:<\/strong> \u00a390<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mavic Cosmic Boa:<\/strong> \u00a3115 \/ $143<\/li>\n<li><strong>Northwave Revolution 2:<\/strong> \u00a3175 \/ $230 \/ \u20ac199.95<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pearl Izumi Tour:<\/strong> \u00a3120 \/ $130<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scott Road Comp Boa:<\/strong> \u00a3100 \/ $120 \/ AU$150<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shimano RC5:<\/strong> \u00a3130<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shimano RC7:<\/strong> \u00a3170 \/ $225<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sidi Shot:<\/strong> \u00a3359 \/ $549<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sidi Sixty:<\/strong> \u00a3330 \/ \u20ac420<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized S-Works EXOS:<\/strong> \u00a3450 \/ $500 \/ AU$600<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized Torch 1.0:<\/strong> \u00a390 \/ $110<\/li>\n<li><strong>Triban RC 520:<\/strong> \u00a370<\/li>\n<li><strong>Van Rysel RR900:<\/strong> \u00a3120<\/li>\n<\/ul><p> <\/p><\/div> <\/section><h3>Shimano S-Phyre RC9<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">5.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" s-phyre=\"\" rc9=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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Shimano has <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/shimano-rc902\/&quot;\">recently launched a new version<\/a>, which is also one to seek out.<\/p>\n<p>Built around Shimano\u2019s stiffest carbon sole, these are Tour de France proven race shoes. They\u2019re not cheap, but we found the fit, performance and comfort to be seriously impressive. We think they look great too, and the electric blue is particularly lovely.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/shimano-s-phyre-rc9-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Shimano S-Phyre RC9 cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Shimano\" s-phyre=\"\" rc9=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Boardman Carbon<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" carbon=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Boardman-carbon-Cycle-Shoes-314be8e.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-447343\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Boardman-carbon-Cycle-Shoes-314be8e.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The sole has a decent front bumper and a replaceable heel bumper, virtually unheard of at this price.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a380 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Great value<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Stiff soles and two-dial adjustment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">For \u00a380, the Boardman Carbon shoes offer great features, including an all-carbon sole and twin Atop dial adjustment \u2013 a cheaper equivalent of the Boa system that works just as well. You even get a replaceable heel bumper.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Internal padding through the majority of the upper adds comfort and there\u2019s plenty of venting to keep your feet cool, while good toe box width provides a bit of extra space compared to many cycling shoes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/boardman-carbon-cycle-shoes-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Boardman Carbon cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Boardman\" carbon=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Bont Riot Road+ Boa<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" riot=\"\" road=\"\" boa=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-401849\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Bont-Riot-Road-Boa-5ae0bcb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Bont\" riot=\"\" road=\"\" boa=\"\" title=\"&quot;Bont\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Bont\u2019s Riot Road+ Boa shoes are heat-mouldable.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Bont<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3150 \/ $182 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Heat-mouldable fit<\/li>\n<li>Supremely stiff carbon sole design<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>With their supremely stiff, heat-mouldable carbon soles, the Riot Road+ Boa shoes bring Bont\u2019s distinctive design philosophy to a lower price point.<\/p>\n<p>The tub-shaped carbon soles are supremely stiff, making for a strikingly efficient and supportive pedalling platform.<\/p>\n<p>Bont claims it offers a more anatomical fit straight out of the box, compared to other cycling shoes. But that fit can be fully customised at home by simply popping them in the oven for 20 minutes at 70\u00b0C\/160\u00b0F, before putting them on and tightening them up.<\/p>\n<p>Our tester found them to run slightly smaller than other shoes, so check the fit carefully when buying (a good reminder not to just rely on the stated sizes with shoes).<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bont-riot-road-boa-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Bont Riot Road+ Boa cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Bont\" riot=\"\" road=\"\" boa=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Fizik Tempo R5 Powerstrap<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" tempo=\"\" r5=\"\" powerstrap=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Velcro straps do a great job of keeping even tension across the feet.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3110 \/ $120 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Very comfortable with even tension<\/li>\n<li>A great choice for longer rides<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>As some of the most comfortable road shoes we\u2019ve tried, these make a superb choice for longer rides.<\/p>\n<p>The soles are the same as used on Fizik\u2019s more costly R5B, meaning they aren\u2019t the stiffest and their toe and heel bumpers are non-replaceable.<\/p>\n<p>The even tension provided by the twin Velcro straps meant we didn\u2019t miss Boa dials.<\/p>\n<p>At 626g for a pair of EU45s, they\u2019re not the lightest but the asking price is very reasonable given the performance on offer 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align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Giant-Surge-Pro-55b9c46.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Giant\" surge=\"\" pro=\"\" title=\"&quot;Giant\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Giant\u2019s Surge Pro shoe features \u2018ExoBeam\u2019.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3275 \/ $385 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Innovative carbon sole design<\/li>\n<li>Freedom of foot movement<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Giant Surge Pro shoes use an innovative carbon sole design, where stiff plates on the forefoot and heel are linked to what Giant calls an \u2018ExoBeam\u2019. This allows for a stiff, efficient pedalling platform without restricting the uppers at the sides of the shoe, like a traditional, flat sole.<\/p>\n<p>The upside of this design is an increased range of movement for your mid-foot and ankle, adding comfort without compromising performance. A choice of arch inserts adds an element of customisation.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re only available in all black or white, so if you\u2019re looking for something spicy, this might not be for you. Otherwise, they\u2019re a pro-level shoe at a good price.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/giant-surge-pro-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Giant Surge Pro cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Giant\" surge=\"\" pro=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Shimano S-Phyre RC902<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" s-phyre=\"\" rc902=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Shimano S-Phyre RC902 road shoes have an updated fit.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Simon Bromley \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3320 \/ $425 \/ AU$549 \/ \u20ac360 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Stiff and efficient<\/li>\n<li>Narrow<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Shimano\u2019s new top-flight S-Phyre RC902 road shoes build on the success of the previous RC901 model and deliver across the board, with a stiff and efficient carbon sole and a good level of ventilation.<\/p>\n<p>There are a number of details we appreciate about these shoes. Adjustable cleat bolt holes allow you to set up your cleat just as you like and there are high-quality insoles with interchangeable arch supports included.<\/p>\n<p>Shimano has updated the fit of these shoes from the previous model. While the wraparound upper and Boa dials make for a highly tuneable fit and heel retention is great too, we did find the forefoot of the shoe to be a bit narrow.<\/p>\n<p>There is a wide version of these shoes that could be worth trying on if you have wider feet or prefer a roomier fit.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/shimano-s-phyre-rc902\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the <\/a><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/shimano-s-phyre-rc902\/&quot;\">Shimano S-Phyre RC902 shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Shimano\" s-phyre=\"\" rc902=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Sidi Wire 2<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" wire=\"\" shoe=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Sidi-Wire-2-b4aaf50.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Sidi\" wire=\"\" title=\"&quot;Sidi\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Sidi\u2019s Wire 2 shoes offer comfort and performance.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Sidi<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3330 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Excellent power transfer<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable fit<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Sidi Wire 2 shoes aren\u2019t the lightest shoes on this list, at 660g for a size 45.5, but they look, fit and perform brilliantly \u2013 you\u2019ll likely be very happy with a pair of these unless you\u2019re a weight weenie.<\/p>\n<p>Our tester found them to have quite a narrow fit, but was able to easily find the right size by simply going a half size larger than usual, which is something not offered by many other brands.<\/p>\n<p>Sidi persists with its own closure dials, but these work just fine. The only drawback is that they can be a little fiddly to operate with gloves on, compared to a standard Boa dial.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, these shoes quietly go about their business, providing great performance across the board.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/sidi-wire-2-road-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Sidi Wire 2 cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Sidi\" wire=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Specialized S-Works 7<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" s-works=\"\" shoe=\"\" not=\"\" dickies=\"\" wmn=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-S-Works-7-a6530be.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-401855\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-S-Works-7-a6530be.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Specialized\" s-works=\"\" title=\"&quot;Specialized-S-Works\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Specialized\u2019s S-Works 7 shoes have a wider fit.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3340 \/ $400 \/ AU$500 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Wider fit<\/li>\n<li>Excellent security and comfort<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Specialized has poured a lot of resources into developing its shoe range recently, and the S-Works 7 shoes are the result of all that development.<\/p>\n<p>A roomier toe box and more generous Form Fit, compared to the previous generation, make these a better fit for slightly wider feet.<\/p>\n<p>We found them to be very comfortable, with the Dyneema Mesh uppers and Body Geometry designed footbed providing a secure fit without restricting your feet in any way.<\/p>\n<p>Specialized says the FACT Powerline carbon sole is the stiffest it\u2019s ever produced, and it certainly seems to be good enough for Peter Sagan\u2019s monstrous power levels.<\/p>\n<p>They look the business too, with a classy finish and lots of colour options available.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/specialized-s-works-7-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Specialized S-Works 7 cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Specialized\" s-works=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Specialized Torch 3.0<\/h3> <div 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type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-Torch-3-49df542.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=408%2C272,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-Torch-3-49df542.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=408%2C272,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-Torch-3-49df542.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=556%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-Torch-3-49df542.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=556%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-401853\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--full=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Specialized-Torch-3-49df542.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Specialized\" torch=\"\" title=\"&quot;Specialized\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Specialized\u2019s Torch 3.0 shoes have a generous fit and are plenty stiff enough.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3200 \/ $200 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Performance, weight and comfort<\/li>\n<li>Good price<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>They might lack the S-Works moniker, but the Specialized Torch 3.0 shoes perform like shoes costing \u00a3100 more.<\/p>\n<p>Taking clear design inspiration from the S-Works 7 shoe, the Torch 3.0s have a similar fit system of two Boa dials and Velcro strap across the forefoot. This makes for easy and precise fit adjustments.<\/p>\n<p>We did find that we had to unhook the top Boa lace from its anchor in order to get the shoes on though, which is a minor inconvenience.<\/p>\n<p>Once on, though, they feel great. The fit is generous, with good arch support, and there\u2019s plenty of support around the heel cup to prevent any slippage while climbing or sprinting.<\/p>\n<p>Specialized says the FACT carbon sole rates as 8.5 on its stiffness index, compared to 15 for the S-Works shoe, but we found them plenty stiff enough for everything.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/specialized-torch-3-0-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Specialized Torch 3.0 cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Specialized\" torch=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Bont Helix \/ Helix Reflex<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" helix=\"\" shoe=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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They also have the tub-style sole design that lends them such extraordinary stiffness. Should you require a bit of extra visibility without sacrificing style then <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bont-helix-reflex-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Bont also produces this shoe in a reflective Reflex version<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Bont has thankfully moved to a Boa closure system, which makes for easy adjustment before and during your ride.<\/p>\n<p>The price is high, but these shoes feel unlike anything else on the market. The level of stiffness is a bit bonkers, so they\u2019re not really an endurance-focused shoe. If you\u2019re looking for pure performance though, look no further.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bont-helix-road-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Bont Helix cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Bont\" helix=\"\" shoe=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Bont Riot Buckle<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" riot=\"\" buckle=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Bont-Riot-Buckle-road-shoes-01-8464a31.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-398141\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/09\/Bont-Riot-Buckle-road-shoes-01-8464a31.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Riot Buckle gives you a lot for a surprisingly modest price.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a399 \/ $129 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Heat-mouldable soles<\/li>\n<li>Bargain price for the performance<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>At 632g for a pair of EU size 45s, the Riot Buckle from Bont is one of the lightest and best-performing shoes available at its price.<\/p>\n<p>The tub-style sole design is similar to that used on Bont\u2019s top-end <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bont-helix-reflex-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Helix<\/a> shoe, but is formed from carbon-reinforced fibreglass rather than carbon fibre. This material change shouldn\u2019t worry you because the Riot\u2019s sole still makes for a very efficient power transfer.<\/p>\n<p>Baking these is the way to truly optimise the fit, so be sure to take the time to do so. Once ours had been customised to our feet, they were very comfortable and we had no issues with the closure of the Velcro strap and ratchet system.\u00a0 The uppers are a touch on the stiff side, though.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bont-riot-buckle-road-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Bont Riot Buckle shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Bont\" riot=\"\" buckle=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Bont Vaypor S Hologram<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" vaypor=\"\" s=\"\" hologram=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Bont Vaypor S Hologram is one of the more eye-catching options on the market.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3325 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Ultra-thin, ultra-stiff carbon construction<\/li>\n<li>Heat-mouldable upper offers customisable fit<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Vaypor is a premium-priced option but if the overall shape works for you \u2013 the arch is relatively high \u2013 it offers outstanding foot retention and stability.<\/p>\n<p>The \u2018bathtub\u2019 carbon construction is super-stiff and the heat-mouldable upper can be remoulded an unlimited number of times to tweak the fit.<\/p>\n<p>This \u2018hologram\u2019 version isn\u2019t for shy, retiring types, but it adds useful visibility and helps justify the slightly alarming price tag.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bont-vaypor-s-hologram-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Bont Vaypor S Hologram<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Bont\" vaypor=\"\" s=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Bontrager Ballista Knit<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" 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class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Ballista Knits are a great option for long rides, especially in warmer conditions.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3270 \/ $325 as tested<\/li>\n<li>A top fairweather choice<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for longer rides in warm conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Fully embracing the woven trend, Bontrager has produced a winning shoe in its Ballista Knit.<\/p>\n<p>The use of a single Boa dial and lightweight materials throughout make for shoes weighing just 554g for a pair of EU 45s. 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class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> A replaceable heel bumper protects the carbon at the back and bonded rubber toe bumpers do the same up front.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a3300 \/ $399 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Great fit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Well made<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">The XXX in their name denotes these as Bontrager\u2019s top-of-the-line shoes, as worn by its pros. As you\u2019d expect, you get the stiffest of stiff soles, which come with plenty of under-foot ventilation. A size 45 pair weighed 568g \u2013 light but not class-leading.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">There are just a couple of seams in the TPU upper, along with an array of venting holes that work well to keep your feet cool and a grippy layer at the heel to prevent lift.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Two Boa IP1 dials provide plenty of adjustment in the asymmetric, tongueless closure, and the well-structured insole and heel cup help prevent hot foot. The Bontrager XXX shoes tick all the boxes for a pro-level shoe, but without any features that stand out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/bontrager-xxx-road-shoes-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Bontrager XXX cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;bontrager\" xxx=\"\" road=\"\" shoe=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>DMT KR3<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" kr3=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/08\/DMT-KR3-shoe-01-fc25e5a.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;DMT\" kr3=\"\" road=\"\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;DMT\" shoe=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The DMT KR3 shoes are near-perfect, but aren\u2019t great in the wet.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3236 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Incredibly comfortable<\/li>\n<li>Not great in the wet<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>DMT was the original innovator of full-knit uppers and these KR3 shoes use this technology to create a gloriously comfortable shoe.<\/p>\n<p>The fit of these shoes is excellent. The knitted design matches the shape of your foot superbly and the Boa dial deals with tension across the forefoot. The carbon sole provides stability that\u2019s about as good as it gets and is plenty stiff.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting these are definitely shoes for summer riding. These are breathable and well-ventilated shoes. While there is a polymer material fused to the main knitted fabric for protection against the elements, we wouldn\u2019t recommend the KR3s for rainy conditions.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/dmt-kr3-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the <\/a><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/dmt-kr3-shoe-review\/&quot;\">DMT KR3 shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;DMT\" kr3=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Fizik R1 Infinito Knit<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" r1=\"\" infinito=\"\" knit=\"\" shoe=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-401845\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Fizik-R1-Infinito-Knit-aeaaf76.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Fizik\u2019s R1 Infinito Knit shoes are stiff enough for racing.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Fizik<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3350 \/ $376 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Race-shoe stiff<\/li>\n<li>As comfortable as slippers<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Right on-trend, the Fizik R1 Infinito Knit uses a stretchy, highly breathable, knitted fabric in its construction. The idea is to complement traditional synthetic materials to allow for a more comfortable fit and greater breathability.<\/p>\n<p>A water-repellent treatment also stops them from letting in too much moisture if the weather takes a turn, but they\u2019re definitely still more of a fair-weather shoe.<\/p>\n<p>We found them to be at their best while riding hard in hot temperatures, where the stretchy knitted fabric can accommodate your foot swelling with the heat. The sole is plenty stiff enough for racing and the uppers provide a very comfortable fit with great foot stability.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/fizik-infinito-r1-knit-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Fizik R1 Infinito Knit cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Fizik\" r1=\"\" infinito=\"\" knit=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Fizik R3 Aria<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" r3=\"\" aria=\"\" shoe=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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It lends the shoes a very sleek appearance and supple fit, but is also highly durable, easy to clean and resilient in bad weather.<\/p>\n<p>The front Boa dial controls the fit across the forefoot, while the rear dial adjusts the overlapping heel surround, creating a snug, even fit without any fabric bunching or pressure points.<\/p>\n<p>Tiny laser-cut perforations and dedicated vents in the sole make for better ventilation than you might expect. Pedalling stiffness is also impressive for the price.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/fizik-r3-aria-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Fizik R3 Aria cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Fizik\" r3=\"\" aria=\"\" shoe=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Fizik R5 Tempo Overcurve<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" r5=\"\" tempo=\"\" overcurve=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The \u2018Overcurve\u2019 in the name refers to a staggered collar that wraps around the ankle.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a3140 \/ $149.99 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Great comfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Lots of colour and size options\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">The R5 Tempo Overcurve shoes are well perforated to keep your feet cool, although there are no perforations in the toe or composite sole. The Overcurve bit refers to a differential cut to the inside and outside of the opening, to accommodate the different heights of the ankle bone on each side of the leg, a nice ergonomic feature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">You get a single Boa and a Velcro strap, making for easy use, although not quite the adjustability of two Boas. 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class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Vento takes the design direction of the R1 pro-level shoe and refines it further into a lightweight option that maxes on comfort and fit while retaining stiffness through the sole.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3330 \/ $350 \/ \u20ac350 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Impressively lightweight, stiff and comfortable<\/li>\n<li>Expensive<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Vento Infinito Carbon 2 shoes take the design of Fizik\u2019s pro-level R1 shoes but adapt them to create a shoe that is lightweight and big on comfort.<\/p>\n<p>The uppers of the shoes are made from a Microtex fabric that is lightweight and pliable. The upper has a 60mm band across the middle that closes with a micro-adjustment Boa dial. Together, these work to spread pressure evenly across the foot, giving a sock-like fit.<\/p>\n<p>The carbon sole has enough lateral flex to prevent any cramping or discomfort, but there is a \u2018spine\u2019 that runs from the cleat area to the heal to ensure stiffness.<\/p>\n<p>These shoes offer almost perfect comfort and performance, but that does come with a high price tag.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/fizik-vento-infinito-carbon-2-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the <\/a><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/fizik-vento-infinito-carbon-2-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Fizik Vento Infinito Carbon 2 shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;fizik\" vento=\"\" infinito=\"\" carbon=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Fizik Vento Stabilita Carbon<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" stabilita=\"\" carbon=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> We\u2019d love to see the tech in these shoes trickle down to Fizik\u2019s other models.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3375 \/ $400 \/ \u20ac400 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Stiff with an adaptable fit<\/li>\n<li>Pricey<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Vento Stabilita Carbon shoes use the latest version of Fizik\u2019s Dynamic Arch Support (2.0).<\/p>\n<p>This system combines a wired tension setup and Boa dials attached to ribbon anchored to the outsole. As you tighten the Boa dial, it pulls the knitted and mesh-like upper inwards and wraps around the midfoot.<\/p>\n<p>The sole has a cutaway section in the carbon sole\u2019s mid-section, which enables close wrapping around more of your foot. The result is a shoe with plenty of comfort and adaptability in the fit.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the cutaway section, the sole is still stiff and overall the shoe performs tremendously well.<\/p>\n<p>The Vento Stabilita Carbon will suit riders putting out big watts, or anyone who values close-fit comfort. We hope the innovative tech in these shoes will trickle down to Fizik\u2019s other models soon.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/fizik-vento-stabilita-carbon-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Fizik Vento Stabilita Carbon shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;fizik\" stabilita=\"\" carbon=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Giant Phase 2<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" phase=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Phase 2 is built around Giant\u2019s ForceDrive nylon Airstream sole.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a390 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Good for beginners and intermediate cyclists<\/li>\n<li>Straps don\u2019t tighten as evenly as Boa dials<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Giant Phase 2 shoes pack in an impressive number of features at an affordable price. This makes them ideal if you\u2019re looking to use clipless pedals for the first time or simply want a pair of shoes for daily use.<\/p>\n<p>The shoes are built around Giant\u2019s ForceDrive nylon Airstream sole, which provides plenty of rigidity and has broad front and heel bumpers. Vents in the sole allow cool air to enter and heat to escape. The sole can take two-bolt or three-bolt cleats.<\/p>\n<p>The uppers mainly use a microfibre with perforations to aid cooling. The heel cup has a soft, well-padded top and there was no heel slippage in testing.<\/p>\n<p>Once you get the straps on the upper in the right position, they can be left alone, but on-bike adjustment does take a bit longer than with a good rotary dial.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/giant-phase-2-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Giant Phase 2 shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;giant\" phase=\"\" road=\"\" shoes=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Mavic Cosmic Boa<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" cosmic=\"\" boa=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a3115 \/ $143 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Excellent performance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Clean, minimalist lines<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">The single Boa closure makes for very tidy looks, but despite this, it\u2019s easy to get a comfortable, secure fit from the Mavic Cosmic Boa shoes. Although the nylon\/fibreglass soles are mid-rated for stiffness, we found them just fine on our rides.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">There are over 100 laser-cut vents in the uppers and two more vents in the soles to keep your cool. With super-clean lines, the Mavics look super-pro, particularly in white. Look out for Mavic\u2019s close fit though, you might want to go up half a size.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/mavic-cosmic-boa-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Mavic Cosmic Boa cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Mavic\" cosmic=\"\" boa=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Northwave Revolution 2<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" revolution=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Northwave\u2019s Revolution 2 shoes use a mix of materials on the sole.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3175 \/ $230 \/ \u20ac199.95 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Good mix of cleat stiffness with a little flex elsewhere<\/li>\n<li>Hi-viz option, Speedplay compatible<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>With a sole that\u2019s mainly carbon-reinforced nylon and an all-carbon plate under the cleat, the Revolution 2 shoes mix sprint-level power transfer with a dose of comfort-inducing flex. Combined with well-shaped footbeds and rigid arch support, there\u2019s great stability.<\/p>\n<p>As well as three-bolt cleats, the Revolution 2s can be fitted with Northwave\u2019s adaptor to take four-bolt Speedplay cleats and there\u2019s a slot for Look\u2019s cleat locator, too. Closure is via Northwave\u2019s SWL2 dial. 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https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-447272\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Pearl-Izumi-Tour-01-e8cdf9f.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Tour\u2019s sole is made from nylon with a large carbon-reinforced plate for the cleat \u2013 and it proved to be a very effective combination.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a3120 \/ $130 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Retro lace-up looks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Good combination of stiffness and flex<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Keeping weight down to 504g (size 42) and offering a tight, secure fit, the laces on the Pearl Izumi Tour shoes give them a retro look too. You get lots of vents, both in the upper and the sole, for cool feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">On the bottom, the nylon sole is beefed up by a large carbon plate under the cleat, which provides stiffness where it\u2019s needed but a bit of flex elsewhere \u2013 8\/14 on PI\u2019s stiffness index. That\u2019s good for all-day rides, although not so much for racing.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/pearl-izumi-tour-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Pearl Izumi Tour cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Pearl\" izumi=\"\" tour=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Scott Road Comp BOA<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" road=\"\" comp=\"\" boa=\"\" shoe=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"> as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Great price<\/li>\n<li>Good fit and performance<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Despite being Scott\u2019s lowest-priced road shoes with Boa fasteners, the Scott Road Comp BOAs are still great performing shoes.<\/p>\n<p>They have a nylon and glass fibre composite sole, which helps bring the cost down. 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size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/05\/Shimano-RC5-01-6b7179d.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Shimano\u2019s new RC5s have inherited a lot of their technology from Shimano\u2019s professional-level S-Phyre racing shoes.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a3130 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Stiff carbon soles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Elegant lines<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">With trickle-down from the Shimano S-Phyre, the Shimano RC5 shoes look the part, with a stylish, minimalist upper. There\u2019s even a blue metallic option you could mistake for the S-Phyres.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">A new seamless midsole reduces weight to 504g for a size 42 pair and reduces stack height by 3.3mm. There\u2019s an unusually large amount of cleat position adjustment to the carbon-reinforced composite soles, with their large toe vents.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">The wrap-around, tongue-free uppers close via a single Boa dial, with a lower Velcro strap for comfortable, close adjustment and easy on\/off. The shoes are very breathable, with plenty of venting. Loads of size options include wide fit too.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/shimano-rc5-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Shimano RC5 cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Shimano\" rc5=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Shimano RC7<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rc7=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The RC7s can easily perform as well as more expensive shoes.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Jesse Wild<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3170 \/ $225<span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"> as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Very light for the money<\/li>\n<li>Trickle-down tech makes these a real bargain<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The RC7s replaced Shimano\u2019s outgoing and much loved RP7 shoes.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s more than a strong resemblance between these and the range-topping S-Phyre RC9s that top this list and we were shocked to find just a single gram of difference in weight between size 45 RC7s and RC9s.<\/p>\n<p>The RC7s punch well above their weight and perform as well as more expensive shoes. They\u2019re easily stiff enough to compete in, without being too highly strung for daily use.<\/p>\n<p>Getting the tension spot-on with the twin Boa dials can be a little trickier than those used on more expensive shoes, but this is really a minor detail.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/shimano-rc7-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Shimano RC7 shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Shimano\" rc7=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Sidi Shot<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" shot=\"\" shoe=\"\" not=\"\" heel=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/10\/Sidi-Shot-7fc1815.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Sidi\u2019s Shot shoes use its own dials for adjustment.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Sidi<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3359 \/ $549<span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"> as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Classic Italian styling<\/li>\n<li>Solid construction<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Sidi Shots might be among the most expensive shoes on the market, but it\u2019s hard to deny their appeal.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re not the most technically advanced shoes out there, but they have a sturdy construction that makes them feel like they\u2019ll last for ages. And, of course, there\u2019s that classic Italian styling. With a lot of cycling shoes starting to look very similar, we love that Sidi continues with its classic euro-pro aesthetic.<\/p>\n<p>Fit across the shoe can be adjusted in a novel way, with an adjustable heel enclosure and two of Sidi\u2019s own dials across the front. It makes for a shoe with plenty of adjustability, but Sidi\u2019s dials are slightly more complex to use than Boa dials.<\/p>\n<p>The carbon sole isn\u2019t the thinnest, but it\u2019s plenty stiff. 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https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-554716\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/08\/Sidi-Sixty-shoes-01-efd61b6.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Faux-snakeskin\" sidi=\"\" sixty=\"\" road=\"\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Sidi\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> These faux-snakeskin versions may be one of the more out-there designs from Sidi, but there is no hiding the wealth of tech within.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Robert Smith \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3330 \/ \u20ac420<span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"> as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Superb fit and comfort<\/li>\n<li>Heavier than some competitors<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Celebrating Sidi\u2019s 60th anniversary, the Sixty shoes come in a variety of designs, including the limited-edition snakeskin finish tested.<\/p>\n<p>Closure is via a single, centrally-placed Techno 4 dial and a front Velcro strap, which work with the robust heel cup to hold your feet firmly in place.<\/p>\n<p>Sidi has updated its Vent carbon sole, too. It\u2019s well-shaped and reinforced, for plenty of stiffness and includes a closeable vent so you can limit airflow under your feet in cold weather.<\/p>\n<p>With a range of replaceable components and spare parts available, Sidi\u2019s shoes are built to last. But at 617g a pair in size 45, the Sixty shoes are a bit heavier than other options in their elevated price range.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/sidi-sixty-limited-edition-shoe-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Sidi Sixty Limited Edition cycling shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Sidi\" sixty=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Specialized S-Works EXOS<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" s-works=\"\" exos=\"\" shoe=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Specialized\u2019s S-Works EXOS shoes weigh just 173.6g per shoe.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3450 \/ $500 \/ AU$600<span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"> as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Unique design<\/li>\n<li>Amazingly light<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>We know aero is everything these days, but it\u2019s always cool to see ultra-lightweight bits occasionally come around.<\/p>\n<p>The Specialized S-Works EXOS shoes are one of those products that elicits a \u201cWow\u201d and our test pair (size EU45) weighed an astonishing 347.2g. That\u2019s just 173.6g per shoe.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, considering the price, this drop in weight doesn\u2019t come at the expense of functionality. They use a Dyneema mesh upper, which is a synthetic fabric that is lightweight and supple but doesn\u2019t stretch.<\/p>\n<p>The sole is thinned, relative to the Specialized S-Works 7 shoe. This also helps shave a few grams, but it\u2019s still a very stiff sole. Specialized rates it as a 13 on its Stiffness Index, which is the same as its S-Works 6 shoe.<\/p>\n<p>Our tester found them to be ideal for riding in hot weather and on long climbs, where the breathable mesh uppers and light weight makes them ideal. 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icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Specialized\u2019s highly rated and deservedly popular entry-level road shoes have had a major makeover for 2020.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a390 \/ $110 as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Boa dial adjustment\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Great all-day comfort<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Impressively, the new for 2020 version of Specialized\u2019s entry-level road shoe swaps Velcro straps for a Boa L6 dial and crossed cord top closure, dropping around 50g a pair in weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Underneath, there\u2019s a stiff-enough nylon composite sole that\u2019s also comfortable. That\u2019s helped out by Specialized\u2019s Body Geometry insoles. They use the same tech as in Spesh\u2019s pro-level shoes, with a shape structured to support the foot\u2019s natural curves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">At 530g for a size 42, the Torch 1.0 shoes are light enough and superbly comfortable for all-day riding, although we missed the two-bolt cleat option that\u2019s useful for commuters.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/specialized-torch-1-0-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Specialized Torch 1.0 cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Specialized\" torch=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Triban RC 520<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" leather=\"\" lace-up=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> There\u2019s little cutting-edge technology on display here but these are a tough pair of road shoes.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery\/Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a370<span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"> as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Superb value<\/li>\n<li>Versatile enough to ride gravel or commute in<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>These low-priced shoes from Decathlon are tough and comfortable enough for long rides and commuting. We\u2019ve even found them fine for gravel riding, providing things don\u2019t get too rough or muddy.<\/p>\n<p>Simple laces and straps make for an effective closure, but we did have to do them up tight to stop the heel from raising slightly when walking.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re far from light but at this price still represent superb value for money.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/triban-rc-520-road-and-gravel-shoes-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Triban RC 520 shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;rc520\" leather=\"\" lace-up=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Van Rysel RR900<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rysel=\"\" sport=\"\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Van-Rysel-RR900-01-5fc39eb.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Van-Rysel-RR900-01-5fc39eb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Van-Rysel-RR900-01-5fc39eb.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Van-Rysel-RR900-01-5fc39eb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-447270\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/06\/Van-Rysel-RR900-01-5fc39eb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Best\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Best\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The top shoe in Decathlon\u2019s road shoe range is yet another feature-filled, bargain-priced offering.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">\u00a3120\u00a0as tested<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Excellent sole stiffness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"&quot;font-weight:\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Well made and interesting colours\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">This range-topping model from Decathlon\u2019s Van Rysel brand offers excellent value. Another shoe with two Atop dial closures like the Boardmans, the central rib to the all-carbon sole provides impressive stiffness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">That\u2019s balanced by the soft synthetic uppers, which are well-perforated on each side and on the tongue, although not the toe. The Van Rysels look well made and there are some interesting high-gloss iridescent colour options. At 592g for a size 42, they\u2019re not that light, though.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/shoes\/road-bike-shoes\/van-rysel-rr900-road-shoe-review\/&quot;\"><span style=\"&quot;font-weight:\">Read our full review of the Van Rysel RR900 cycling shoes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;VAN\" rysel=\"\" sport=\"\" cycling=\"\" shoes=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" 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class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> A good pair of cycling shoes are hard to beat, like Simon von Bromley\u2019s Bont Vaypor Classics.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Simon Bromley \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Shopping for cycling shoes can be a bit of a nightmare with so many options, and your local shop probably doesn\u2019t stock everything you might want to try on.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve been cycling for a while, you might have an idea of what works for you, but if you\u2019re just starting out it can be daunting. With that in mind, we\u2019ve compiled a short buyer\u2019s guide to help you get to grips with the basics.<\/p>\n<h3>Fit<\/h3>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Cycling shoes, like any other shoes, are built around what\u2019s called a \u2018Last\u2019. This is essentially a mould, shaped like a foot, that brands use to shape their shoes.<\/p>\n<p>Every brand has a different last, based on their own fit philosophy. Finding a shape that works for you is obviously very important, but the only way to find out is really to try shoes on. So make sure you either go in to a shop in person or buy from an online retailer with a good returns policy.<\/p>\n<h3>Sole<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/05\/Specialized-S-Works-7-Road-shoes1-76052d5.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/05\/Specialized-S-Works-7-Road-shoes1-76052d5.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" 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class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Carbon soles offer performance and efficient power transfer.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Alex Evans<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>As with most things bike-related, carbon is the material du jour when looking at cycling shoe soles. It does make sense though; prized for its ability to be stiff yet lightweight, carbon really is an ideal material for making cycling shoe soles.<\/p>\n<p>The downside is, of course, cost. Entry-level shoes tend to use nylon or glass fibre composite soles in a bid to save money. These are likely to be slightly more flexible than full-carbon soles, but will still be streets ahead of standard training shoes, so it\u2019s certainly not a huge loss if your budget doesn\u2019t stretch to carbon.<\/p>\n<h3>Closure system<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/06\/Best-of-Gravel-Shoes-02-4410728.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/06\/Best-of-Gravel-Shoes-02-4410728.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" 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icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Boa dial is a popular closing mechanism for cycling shoes, alongside the more classic Velcro.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>There are three main closure systems in use today. The most popular are Velcro straps or wire laces with micro-adjustable dials (Boa and similar).<\/p>\n<p>Occasionally, you even get a combination of both. Velcro straps have the advantage of being cheap, effective and easy to use, so you\u2019ll often find these on lower-end shoes. On higher-end shoes, Boa and other similar dial systems tend to dominate due to their ability to precisely control fit.<\/p>\n<p>Traditional laces have also had a bit of a renaissance in the last few years, so if you like a classic look you\u2019ll have a few more options now. Just remember you won\u2019t be able to adjust your shoes on the bike.<\/p>\n<h3>Other features<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s always worth considering what type of riding your shoes are designed for. A lot of road cycling shoes are designed to be ridden in hot weather, for example, meaning they\u2019re very breathable and won\u2019t offer much protection from the elements.<\/p>\n<p>If you live somewhere where the weather is invariably cold and wet, it\u2019s worth considering whether those sorts of shoes are really the right choice, or if you\u2019d be better off with something more robust.<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Simon von Bromley Published: Monday, 17 January 2022 at 12:00 am Your feet are one of the most important contact points on a bike, so it\u2019s vital to choose your cycling shoes carefully. There\u2019s a lot of choice though, so it can be hard to know what\u2019s best. 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