SHIMANO XC3 (XC300) SPD Shoes Size

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A common combination is a strap over the toe section that allows it to be tightened independently, with a Boa dial or similar over the mid-foot. It’s a construction that generally works well, as long as there’s enough adjustment in the toe strap. While I'm a great fan of the shiny, light, carbon-infused, bells and whistles, dainty race slipper, I have a soft spot for the blue collar mountain bike shoe – the everyday pair that just get on with the job without fuss and don't have any prima donna character traits that fancy shoes might exhibit after a couple of hours. The XC5s are comfortable and dependable shoes for pretty much any off-road or bike-related shenanigans you might want to get up to – you can ride cross country in them, or across a country, use them for mountain bike racing or cyclo-cross, go gravel riding in them, commute in them, or just ride in them.

No pinch points developed for me in the synthetic leather upper and I suffered no foot fatigue even on four-hour rides. However, I did need to loosen the lace guide to create more height in the toe box. The XC5s have a glass fibre-reinforced nylon sole with a stiffness rating of 7. There's no universal scale across shoe brands for sole rigidity, but Shimano's own chart tops out at 12 so these would sit about halfway – so a bit stiff for riding and a bit flexy for any walking. And that's exactly how the shoes feel: a good compromise between on-bike rigidity and off-bike usability.Outsoles made from rubber or TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) add grip and durability, with gravel shoes tending to have a more open lug pattern than the outsoles of off-road shoes. In theory, this provides enough grip while still enabling them to shed mud faster. It’s important to note that when shopping for Shoes – Cycle products, it can be tempting to go for the lowest price possible, but be wary of retailers that offer prices that seem too good to be true. Some less reputable retailers may sell counterfeit or low-quality Shimano XC3 SPD MTB Shoes 2021, which can be dangerous and not perform as well as the genuine product. Choosing a reputable retailer like Chain Reaction Cycles can help ensure that you’re getting a high-quality product at a competitive price. For some of us, gravel is simply a jaunt down a few green lanes, while others regard gravel as anything that mixes tarmac and dirt in one ride – even if that dirt calls for what are effectively mountain bike skills but on drop bars.

This olive green version of Sidi’s premium Jarin is aimed at the gravel market. At 760g for a pair of size 45s, it sheds over 100g from the weight of Sidi’s previous range-topping off-road shoes, but has the same replaceable grips protecting the carbon sole. Finance is subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a credit broker not a lender – credit is subject to status and affordability and is provided by Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Terms & Conditions Apply. The Sector closes with a dual Boa dial system that allows for precise adjustments, while the supportive footbed is better than many. The toe box is also roomy. If we ask a lot of the upper of cycling shoes in general, we expect the impossible of the sole unit of gravel-specific shoes.The Specialized S-Works Recon Lace is closely related to the S-Works Recon shoe, but trades Boa dials for laces. This won’t suit everyone, but the laces do give the shoes a classy look and provide more points of tension control.