• Nylon I-Beam construction for lightweight and stiffness.
• Aggressive tread with tacky gripping surface traction and durability in wet and dry conditions.
• Updated anatomical 3 strap Velcro closure system now has a floating canopy that accommodates a broader range of fit types.
• Single layer Cordura mesh construction for breathability.
• Reflective heel and toe inserts for visibility.
• EVA comfort footbed.
• Compatible with most clipless pedal systems.
Submitted by
Michael
a Racer
from Flagstaff Date Reviewed: January 31, 2008
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
Looks cool, comfortable. Easy velcro straps keep shoe in place.
Weaknesses:
Poorly made seams
Bike Setup:
Yeti ASR-Sl
Bottom Line:
Great shoe for the money. However they are not made for those with wide feet such as myself. After about a year and a half of heavy usage, the seams began to split and now I must tape them up before my races. If you have narrower feet though, I highly recommend since they are a really good shoe for what you pay for.
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Submitted by
Matt
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Rosa, CA, USA Date Reviewed: August 10, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Any in Annadel
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
WheelWorld
Strengths:
Comfortable, very stiff, look good.
Weaknesses:
A little narrow, middle of sole very slick makes peddling unclipped a bit challenging.
Similar Products Used:
Old Shimano MTB shoes.
Bike Setup:
Kona Dawg
Bottom Line:
You can't beat these shoes for the price. When I first got them I thought they were too tight, but I read a suggestion to not tighten the lower straps too much and now they feel great. They are very comfortable and STIFF. They are well ventilated which is great for the summer. I haven't tried them in the rain yet though. They are pretty close to much higher end shoes that cost over $200. If you find they at a good price, grab 'em. You can buy 4 pairs for the price of Sidis.
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Submitted by
Ratt
a Cross Country Rider
from SoCal Date Reviewed: February 11, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Any long single track
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$54.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
price
Weaknesses:
Tongue dug into my ankle, only comes in whole sizes, toe box crushed the sides of my toes, didn't hold my heel too well, plain looks
Similar Products Used:
Presently on a shoe search, tried on many so far
Bike Setup:
lite xc fs
Bottom Line:
Shoe fit is very subjective and i don't want to poison anyone from these shoes but my foot loves the fit of Sidi Dom 5s and Specialized shoes. I got these because i thought they were the best shoe under $75. Rode them for 2 rides and they sucked, took them right back and my shoe search continues. I may have to move my pricepoint up a bit, who know it may reach $230 and i will get those Sidis.
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Submitted by
Nick B
a Weekend Warrior
from catonsville, MD (5 min away from avalon) USA Date Reviewed: October 15, 2005
Favorite Trail:
horse farm loop
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$65.00
Purchased At:
lbs
Strengths:
lightweight, breathable, water resistant, non absorbant, cheap, stiff, looks ok, three straps allow people with wide feet to tighten the upper portion and leave the lower portion of the shoe loose, so you aren't crushing your feet but your getting the heel hold you need
Weaknesses:
not many... a ratchet on these shoes would make them comparable to the highest end shimanos. also, the of the sole under the arch is very slick, so pedaling unclipped can be trickey
Bike Setup:
2004 liquid 130mm rear travel, 150mm sherman, sun single tracks, ruffian lock ons, crank bro's candys, hayes hydros (8, 6), e 13 basher, xtr rear derr.
Bottom Line:
tip: don't over tighten, it'll make your toes numb eventually. when using w/ crank brother's candy pedals you need to use the cleat shim to avoid tread interferance.
for the price, these shoes are unbeatable. a great xc shoe. i use them on my long travel bike and my single speed, they handle drops and large amounts of rider induced force. they also hike through anything. get 'em.
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