Submitted by
TurboSN95
a Weekend Warrior
from Wallingford, CT, USA
Date Reviewed: January 23, 2009
Strengths: Well made, no laces to get caught in chain, excellent protection since they are high tops. I can drive with these on, walk in stores, they are like regular sneakers but a little stiffer.
Weaknesses: like the others said, if you were going to race they would be considered heavy. I did get some water in mine during winter use, perhaps i didn't put that little seal in correctly??
Bottom Line:
If you can get these for a good deal and don't care about weight, grab them. I don't have a lot of experience with these products, but I do like these quite a bit.
Similar Products Used: These are my first pair of MTB shoes.
Bike Setup: '06 Specialized Epic
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Submitted by
schneidie
a Downhiller
from South Windsor, CT
Date Reviewed: October 27, 2008
Strengths: Clipless shoe, good fit, can walk in them
Weaknesses: weight i guess
Bottom Line:
Good shoe if you get a good deal on them. They are a good way to get into XC or Am riding, they're durable as heck and would definitely do the job for DH. I haven't had any problems with them , and if you want a comfortable shoe, look at these.
Similar Products Used: Six Six one, adio skate shoes
Bike Setup: 07 Fisher custom hardtail, shimano deore, pd-520 pedals,
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Submitted by
Yuri Makassiouk
a Cross Country Rider
from Ålesund
Date Reviewed: August 17, 2006
Strengths: It's actually possible to walk in them. Not like hiking very much, but you do not have to creep at least. I know bike shoes are not for walking, but on some technical rocky patches I found it very useful to have some traction if I had to do an "emergency dismount" and hold on to last shreds of balance. Saved me from falling at least a couple of times. I have seriously wide feet and it's usually a problem to find something that fits well. Tried different shoes in shops but could never find anything to fit well. They look very nice, too (me thinks)
Weaknesses: The plastic thingie that holds the lace/wire - one part of it snapped right off (supposedly, in my suitcase, on a plane). So far it didn't seem to affect anything - it still holds and the little wheel that tightens the wire is not falling out by itself.
Bottom Line:
Very, very nice shoes. Definitely high end by quality and comfort. I'd guess, too heavy to race, but quite nice for recreational/training trail rides. Being able to walk without bending knees backwards is a large plus. Recommended (well, I got a very good deal with a friend, so look at your budget). I'm not giving the highest rates only because I lack experience with a lot of different shoes.
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