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Submitted by
mikeb
a Cross Country Rider
from Sodom in the North
Date Reviewed: December 30, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | boggs mtn demo forest | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$100.00 | | Purchased At: | avenue cyclery SF | | Strengths: | love/hate relationship with neoprene
overall comfort
durability of UPPERS
stiff platform
second layer of sole holes up even though the black lugged part deteriorates
nice, substantial feel to them | | Weaknesses: | love/hate relationship with neoprene
what happened to the black rubber on the sole?
| | Similar Products Used: | sidi techno fire, various specialized and shimano shoes, lightweight hiking boots (back in the day) | | Bike Setup: | shimano PD-747. what does the whole bike have to do with this? | | Bottom Line: | my shimano M 150's are now retired to commuter status, starting christmas day 2002. i am surprised that so many of you have such awful and vitriolic things to say about these shoes, as they have served me well over two race seasons and many, many miles of riding in all conditions--including some snow.
that said, let me talk about the neoprene bootie that shimano never saw fit to use on any other of thier shoes that i can think of. the idea is OK on paper, but iffy in real world applications. i found that the bootie DID make my ankles feel a bit warmer while i was hiking through the snow in downieville, and they also keep small pebbles and stuff out of your shoes while you're riding on roads/trails covered with loose gravel or sand. the down side of the booties is that they can make the shoes a massive pain to put on if you're mildly incoherent from an evening of heavy drinking and/or substance abuse, or perhaps exhausted from five laps of twenty four hour racing. at any rate, i am glad shimano has ditched the bootie on thier later shoes.
these shoes are comfortable too, with or without the bootie. i'd been using a pair of sidis for the two years prior to my purchase of the shimano shoes (1998). shimano's 150's are a bit more padded around the ankle and tongue than the sidis, which would easily make the shimano shoes my choice for two hour plus rides. the shimano shoe also has an insole that is much thicker and more comfortable than the sidi. they're heavier shoes, but when it comes down to a weight versus comfort trade off, i'll lean towards comfort, especially in shoes or clothing.
these shoes are also durable. i've used them as my primary off road shoe for more than three years now, and the uppers, tongue and inside of the shoes are still stitched almost as well as the day i purchased them. the rubber lugs/knobs which are bonded/glued to the yellow platforms has crumbled into nearly nothing, but who using these shoes as hiking boots anyway? the lugs/knobs and platform around the cleat pocket has held up, and in a MTB shoe, the shoe/cleat/pedal interface is the are which needs to hold up the best anyway. my right sidi's platform cracked in half after less than one year of off road riding and the shoe had to be replaced by sidi.
all in all, the only bone to pick i have with shimano about these shoes is the apparent un-durability of the soles.i'm hoping that the new shoes which were just given to me as a christmas gift hold up better in this area, and even so, i'm not complaining too much about the 150's. so what if the rubber on the bottom crumbled, it took a year and a half to start deteriorating and i was still using the shoes for every off road ride i took three years after i got them. if they were still available today, i might even consider buying another pair. i'm sold on shimano shoes now, and the rockasaki M 150's were the cycling shoe that clinched the sale.
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Submitted by
Steve
a Cross Country Rider
from USA
Date Reviewed: December 29, 2002 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$130.00 | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | Great traction, neoprene keeps junk out, cool shoe in the summer | | Weaknesses: | Initially, had to cut small amount of rubber from sole to get proper cleat engagement on my Shimano 545 pedals. After adjustment, no weaknesses. | | Similar Products Used: | Adidas, Sidi | | Bike Setup: | Rocky Mountain Thin Air, XTR, Black Elite, WTB New Paradigm wheelset. | | Bottom Line: | Sorry to hear other readers had bad experiences with them, but I have loved them. My only regret is that I'll probably never be able to find another pair. Sole has given me no problems whatsoever, and I ride over 12 hours a week offroad. Aluminum cleats show wear, but that is why they are replaceable. And I do my share to abuse the cleats. Rubber sole is wearing predictably. No delamination, no problems with straps.
Neoprene sock is the greatest, wish they still had this feature. I ride in grassy areas with lots of seeds, thorns and burrs and I never get any foreign objects in my shoes.
Love this shoe. Will buy Shimano again. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dave
a Cross Country Rider
from Pembroke, Ma.
Date Reviewed: March 3, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | Hound 'n Hair | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$80.00 | | Purchased At: | Performance Bike Shop | | Strengths: | Comfortable, neoprene keeps the stuff out, good traction when hiking the bike.
| | Weaknesses: | Absorb water. Heavy. | | Similar Products Used: | Sidi, Specialized. | | Bike Setup: | Litespeed Owl Hollow hardtail. XT with RS Sid XC. Panaracer Fire XT. Shimano M-858. | | Bottom Line: | There have been a lot of negative reviews on these shoes and I know they aren't available anymore anyway, but I just wanted to weigh in. I got these on sale 2 years ago and, after reading the reviews, expected the worst, but after riding them up here in the tough northeast, I have to say I have been more than satisfied. They have been through ice and snow, swamps and river crossings, and just plain ol' mountain bike conditions and held up pretty darn well. Nothing has torn off of 'em, they are great for when you have to get off the bike and walk, which I do a lot of, and they have kept my feet reasonably comfy on the cold winter days. If I could get another pair, for the same money, I would surely do it. I haven't seen any shoe that is all things to all people, so until I do, I will keep experimenting with different shoes and manufacturers. Sorry you took a hit on these, Shimano, but I find them ok. (Wish I could say the same for your M-858's.) Considering the cost of good mtb shoes these days, I give'm 4 flamers and for their overall toughness and longevity in some pretty rough conditions, I give'm 5. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
sean smith
a Cross Country Rider
from philadelphia, pa, usa
Date Reviewed: August 30, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | pennypack and wissahickon parks | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$130.00 | | Purchased At: | Guy's Bicycles | | Strengths: | Good fit; good traction during hike-a-bikes; fits Rugby studs, which are longer than the studs that came with the shoe. | | Weaknesses: | Front toe molding came of almost immediately after purchase; rear traction heel treads are starting to rip off. Yeah, what is the neoprene sock for anyway? Is Shimano still making these shoes? I haven't seen them in any bike shops for a while now.
| | Similar Products Used: | Nike Nguba | | Bike Setup: | Cannondale Super V 900 with Marzzochi Z.4 fork (blew my Headshok out); Bontrager Maverick ceramic front wheel with Real hub; Rhyno-lite rear wheel with Avid 2.0 V brakes; XT cranks; looking to upgrade to either Rocky Mountain Slayer, Ventanna La Bruha or a Mountain Cycle San Andreas DHS | | Bottom Line: | These shoes were good when I first bought them, but they haven't stood the test of time. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
squish
a Weekend Warrior
from Vancouver
Date Reviewed: June 19, 2001 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Strengths: | Look good, decent grip in mud when 'crossing. | | Weaknesses: | Is only a decent shoe for 'crossing: big lugs on sole tear off, big aluminum studs make you slip on rock or logs, last is extremely narrow and toe box is wierdly shaped and small, and what does the neoprene cuff do again? | | Similar Products Used: | Older Shimano (much better), Northwave, Answer. | | Bottom Line: | These are the worst shoes I've owned. They'd be good for a season of cyclocrossing, but I don't cyclocross and I was hoping they'd be good for more than a year. Tight fit when I bought them, hoped thy'd loosen up - no luck. They got wet and the toe box collapsed - every long ride I'd end up with a purple toenail. 3-strap closure was good, and no problems with stitching, but I'm very glad I have some Answer Impacts to mtb with now. The Shims get demoted to the commuting dept. Buy some new Answers or Northwaves instead. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Phil
a Racer
from Cincinnati
Date Reviewed: May 30, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Tea Creek, The Plunge... | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$125.00 | | Purchased At: | Going Mobile | | Strengths: | Cool looking shoe with aggressive sole and mostly good fit. | | Weaknesses: | A little tight in the toe. | | Similar Products Used: | Time World Cup | | Bike Setup: | KHS Alite 3000, Race Face, XTR, etc... | | Bottom Line: | I've mashed and mangled and soaked these shoes for two and a half years now. Yeah they're showing it, but they have held up quite well. They've been through 2 24 Hours of Canaan, 1 24 HOur of Snowshoe and countless NORBA races and brutal wet ugly rides. Despite the abuse, they are still holding up. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
George North
a Cross Country Rider
from Cumbria (England)
Date Reviewed: May 15, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Loughrigg Terrace | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Price Paid: |
$100.00 | | Purchased At: | merlin cycles | | Strengths: | Comfort, Useful neoprene cuff keeps the crap out of your shoe. | | Weaknesses: | Everything else.
The sole at the toes have completely fallen off, and now reside in a bog,
The sole has ripped and peeled away at the side,
The aluminium studs have almost completely worn down,
The ankle cuff has fallen apart,
The leather has ripped down the side,
The grip is non-existent on wet rock,
They are freezing cold when temp. <0,
Water pours in through the side in Winter, yet they are too hot for Summer,
The blue surface has come off the leather around the toe. | | Similar Products Used: | Diadora | | Bike Setup: | Time atacs (excellent pedals)- the best
kona lavadome, superflys, XT. | | Bottom Line: | Avoid at all costs, luckily they were half price so I didn't waste too much money, if someone has any other sugggestions for new shoes please e-mail me. | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Billy
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego
Date Reviewed: November 26, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$79.00 | | Purchased At: | Performance | | Strengths: | Comfortable | | Weaknesses: | Heavy, falls apart, bottom rubber is too soft. | | Similar Products Used: | Nike, other Shimano shoes | | Bike Setup: | FSR w/ Time ATAC | | Bottom Line: | They fall apart and aren't worth the $, buy something else.
My $59 Nike shoes are better and longer lasting.
Have to give them at least a 2 since they are comfortable. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
TOM
a
from SALEM NH
Date Reviewed: June 25, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | DH | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Strengths: | WHAT? IT'S A SHOE? | | Weaknesses: | COMING APART | | Bike Setup: | M1, 636 PEDALS, XTR CRANKS | | Bottom Line: | THE SHOE SUCKS! I COAST DOWNHILL WITH MY RIGHT FOOT FORWARD. THE INDIDE HEEL OF THE SHOES HAVE A PIECE OF PLASTIC THAT ONLY GOES HALFWAY UP THE SHOE. THIS PIECE OF MY RIGHT SHOE RUBS THE CRANK ARM WHILE COASTING OVER BUMPS AND IS PEELING OFF. I'VE HAD 2 PAIRS IN 3 MONTHS AND BOTH RIGHT SHOES DID THE SAME THING. ONCE IT STARTS PEELING IT GOES FAST LEAVING A BIG FLAP OF MUD SCOOPING PLASIC AND A BIG HOLE. IF YOU'VE EXPERIENCED THIS PROB AND FOUND A NEW SHOE THAT WORKS WELL PLEASE E-MAIL ME. I'M IN THE MARKET FOR SOME GOOD DURABLE SHOES UNDER $150. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Luke
a Cross Country Rider
from Pekin
Date Reviewed: March 24, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | Friendly Trail | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Strengths: | NONE. | | Weaknesses: | EVERYTHING. I bought these shoes less than one year ago. They have been warrantied twice by the shop that I purchased them from for "delaminating", IE the rubber sole separates itself from the shoe. Now this is the third time and the only traction that I get out of these is the spd cleats and the toe spikes. | | Similar Products Used: | Answer Accelerators | | Bike Setup: | Pedals are used with Shimano 747 on Race Face cranks | | Bottom Line: | They suck. Shimano needs to stick to dereillurs and fishing rods. I am giving my shoes to my dogs as chew toys. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jamie
a Racer
from nova scotia canada eh
Date Reviewed: February 5, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | warandees/wentworth hostel | | Duration Product Used: | 6 months | | Strengths: | looks
real toe spikes(not studs, spikes!)
good traction and still stiff
| | Weaknesses: | the little noroprene stick guard fell apart
some of the blue color on the leather wore off
some parts of the sole are coming off
heavy | | Similar Products Used: | specialized sport | | Bike Setup: | s-works M4 with sid
gt force road bike
specialized and shimano pedals | | Bottom Line: | I thought these shoes would have been a bit more durable. They look great but there is better shoes for less money. I also find them narrow in the toe box. I am sticking with specialized shoes from now on. When I had my specialized sports they looked brand new after 5 months of hard use. The toe spikes are made of a soft metal and are worn down to half their original size. parts of the sole are also coming off and one of the straps is falling apart. Thats pretty crapy from the toughest LOOKING shoe i have ever seen. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Igis
a Cross-Country Rider
from Slovakia
Date Reviewed: December 21, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Little Carpathians | | Duration Product Used: |
less than 1 month | | Strengths: |
Perfect in terrain walkin like soccer shoes.
Neoprene. | | Weaknesses: |
Cool walking with spikes in city or buildings. | | Bike Setup: |
Author, not SPD pedals.
Ritchey V2 SPD pedals. | | Bottom Line: | They hold also on not SPD pedals and no sign of damage. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Joeyjoejoe
a Racer
from Sherbrooke, Qc
Date Reviewed: December 15, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
long steep uphills | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
Great traction when running uphill and also if you have to walk downhill. Stiff sole, the neoprene thingy keeps rocks, dirt etc out. | | Weaknesses: |
a bit heavy. I have a newer model and the sole is holding up fine (about 3000km on them)but the leather on the side of my feet where my arches are is not staying sewed together. the sole's are fine but the rest of the shoe is slowly falling appart. | | Similar Products Used: |
Specialized
Lakes | | Bike Setup: |
non relevant | | Bottom Line: | Let's just say that my previous shoes where specialized ground control, I had them for 7 years and they held up fine, but these, on the inside portion (theside that faces my bike), where the 2 pieces of leather are sewed together, everything is falling appart...I mean come on, 185$ cdn for a shoe that last only one season of racing and training....and they're also quite heavy....If they old up next season, I'll keep them but when they fall appart completely, I won't be replacing them with another pair of Shimano. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
heatstroke
a Weekend Warrior
from malaysia
Date Reviewed: October 6, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
good traction | | Weaknesses: |
neoprene stitching tore
sole separated from shoe
heavy | | Similar Products Used: |
m210 | | Bike Setup: |
obed
superfly
xt/xtr | | Bottom Line: | i regret buying ths shoe
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Submitted by
Mr. K2
a Cross-Country Rider
from CA
Date Reviewed: September 7, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Rim Trail | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
stiff sole
neoprene seal
good traction | | Weaknesses: |
toe spikes wear quickly
should last longer for the price | | Bike Setup: |
K2 mag-c pedals | | Bottom Line: | I really love these shoes. The sole started to delaminate a little around the cleat, but it doesn't affect anything. The aggresive sole is really stiff and climbs well, and the neoprene ankle thing works really well to keep crap out of my shoes. The toe spikes did wear down really fast though, I ended up taking hem off about a week ago. The sole, after one year of abuse, is getting worn down, I'll probably have to replace them in two or three months. They should have lasted longer for the price, but they perform really well and I plan on buying another pair when these die. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
marge cherry
a Cross-Country Rider
from rossland, bc
Date Reviewed: July 31, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
This shoe has a good fit. | | Weaknesses: |
The toe rubber came off after less than 20 rides. The bottom is starting to come off. | | Bottom Line: | I am taking the shoes back. I hope the next pair lasts longer. Shimano should have more quality control, considering everyone has been experiencing the same problems. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Steve Woodward
a Cross-Country Rider
from Bristol (England)
Date Reviewed: June 17, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Mendips | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
Comfortable, good grip,
reasonably supportive | | Weaknesses: |
Weakness at toe, let water in. | | Similar Products Used: |
Lake lx200, Carratti
enduro. | | Bike Setup: |
orange P7, Team lts 95
Time ATAC SPD's. | | Bottom Line: | This is an expensive shoe and should have lasted well over a year of reasonable use. I've just gone through my second pair which broke in the
same way as the first, with the rubber at the front breaking away, and the sole coming away from the upper. This was a good shoe to ride in
and even though it let in water it was still reasonably warm and comfortable. I'm still waiting for the verdict on my second pair, hopefully I will get a refund or a better pair
from the shop, when they hear from the supplier.
This is obviously a design fault as Madison the
supplier in the UK, mensioned that an artical in
a UK magazine that mensioned this problem was no
longer relevant as this had been fixed. This does
seem to have been the case, as when I was in another bike shop I notice they had several pairs,
one of which had a large block of rubber where both my last pairs had broken, Something to look
out for if you do decide to buy these. But until
I get satisfaction I can only give these one chile. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
rusty
a Cross-Country Rider
from thunder bay ont
Date Reviewed: June 10, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
widow maker | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
there blue | | Weaknesses: |
the rest of the shoe | | Similar Products Used: |
previous shimanos | | Bike Setup: |
brodie nuculas judy xc with engulands | | Bottom Line: | these sooes fall apart, do not | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Sick Air
a Downhiller
from NY
Date Reviewed: April 8, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Orgasm Too | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
Ankle Collar gives good support. | | Weaknesses: |
Soles come out.
Bottom falls apart.
Toe spikes wear down easily.
Collar comes apart. | | Similar Products Used: |
Specialized Comps
Diadora Chilis
Answer Accelerators | | Bike Setup: |
Klein Mantra Race
Time ATACS
Shimano 636's | | Bottom Line: | These shoes just plain suck. I tried to make myself like them because they cost a lot of $ and it was too late to get another pair. So far the soles come out constantly, the collar is in pieces, and the bottom is deteriorating. Everytime I use them for extended amounts of time my toes get blister-type bumps from the shoes. Go for Diadora Habaneros instead. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bike Medic
a Cross-Country Rider
from Hawaii
Date Reviewed: April 7, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Kalepa | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
Neopreme collar keeps
rocks and dirt out. | | Weaknesses: |
sole not compatible to all Shimano peda without
cutting. Sole delaminates after three
months of use.
Expensive for the poor
quality. | | Similar Products Used: |
Sidi
Accellerators
Nike | | Bike Setup: |
Ellsworth Truth | | Bottom Line: | I bought these shoes at my LBS because of the poor
sucess of ordering shoes through mailorder.
I reviewed these shoes earlier with favorable marks, but since then the soles have been delaminating with poor sucess in regluing them.
I am returning these shoes soon for an upgrade
and hopefully I will not get any bullshit about
how I abuse these shoes. My primary pair are Sidi
Dominators so I only wear the Shimanos when its
muddy. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Gary Griffis
a Cross-Country Rider
from Mt.Pearl
Date Reviewed: April 2, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
South Side/White Hills | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Bike Setup: |
I ride a Giant atx 890(99), with a Judy SL | | Bottom Line: | These shoes are f*cking wicked!!! I Don't Know what happened to the other people at this review, But my shoes a holding up great(and I give them a beating). There really comfortable and look cool. The aggressive sole is really stiff and are excellent for climbing up hills. I would recommend these shoes to anyone! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mitchell Stead
a Racer
from Canada in St. John's NF
Date Reviewed: March 16, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
White hills | | Duration Product Used: |
less than 1 month | | Bottom Line: | I have had these shoes only three days and it is the middle of March and we got lots of snow So i haven't used these 150's yet. But they feel excellent and look cool. I 'm not sure how long they will last because you guys have given bad reviews | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nigel Mathias
a cross-country rider
from Guildford,UK
Date Reviewed: February 10, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I have to post a review in defence of these shoes They kick bottom. I have had NO problens with them at all.I brought this pair last June. I like the aggressive soles,the great climbing and grip they give.Just whats needed for the mud round this way.A snug fit to boot. I must admit these reviews are a bit scarey, but my shoes seem ok for now, despite the abuse I give them. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
champ
a racer
from VERNON, CANADA
Date Reviewed: February 3, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I think that these shoes are quite stiff and fit very nicely, but holy #*&$, the freakin sole comes off. I'm only weigh about 135lbs, so that shouldn't have happened. I got a new pair on warranty, and I guess that I'll be getting a new pair every time the freakin sole comes off. I'd say to buy a pair of Northwaves, it's worth the extra money. Two flaming piles of dog shit. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
ED
a racer
from NEWBURGH, NY
Date Reviewed: January 3, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
OUCH, TEAR, KNOBS BREAKS OFF, OUCH AGAIN!
GOIN TO TRY LAKES NEXT. THE BIG S SHOULD STICK TO MAKIN COMPONENTS WHICH THEY DO VERY WELL AT BUT NOT SHOES.
YADA YADA YADA YADA | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Cutilo
a racer
from Cali
Date Reviewed: October 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Well I have to say that I now know that this shoe is a not that good I went back to my shop yesterday and told them that I had heard really bad reviews. And they told me try the shoe and if it comes apart of is not for you bring it back and we will send them to shimano and you can get a different pair well I'm going back for anyone out there these shoes are very hot meaning in the trail they get hot on the cuff where the sock is and when I was going downhill ouch my toes were crying for help.
I'm used to the fit of and the airiness of Diadoras I think I'll stick with does until I find a pair of shoes that are equal or better quality, what a let down I always thought of Shimano stuff highly but not these shoes in my book non chilis but because we are here they get one for style. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Janet
a downhiller
from Denver, Colorado
Date Reviewed: October 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Out of the what seemed like thousands of ATB shoes I tried out, I really liked the Shimano M150 - They fit well and the dirt sock rules - especially when you have to push your bike through that nasty Moab sand (if you've been to Moab you know what I mean)! BUT - within one month the rubber on the toes fell off... very annoying and No, I don't hike my bike enough to justify the excessive wear or improper use defense. For an expensive pair of ATB shoes I would have certainly expected something a bit more durable. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
CUTILO
a
from cali
Date Reviewed: October 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just got a pair today and you guys already scare me so much they will go back and I will wait for the 99 Diadoras.
I hope I am making the right decision since the Rokasaki is a great fittin shoe, oh well back to the shop who knows I might just go with the Lakes.. we'll see...... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Shoemano
a cross-country rider
from Hawaii
Date Reviewed: October 19, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
So far I haven't experienced the failures like the other reviewers and I put these
shoes through water, mud and rocks. Maybe I've been riding more and not using these shoes for hiking .
In my opinion, the fit is great for my feet and if there is a failure my LBS will cer-
tainly replace them. There aren't many manufacturers that will honor these
types of failures. Try hiking through rough terrain with Sidi shoes and you'll easi-
rip the delicate lorica or break the buckle, then try returning them for replacement. Anyway I'm sure if there are enough returns Shimano with either
replace them with another shoe with a goofy name or reenforce the shoes weak-
ness. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jon
a cross-country rider
from UK
Date Reviewed: October 19, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
A product finally made me feel strongly enough to submit a review. I went looking for some shoes to go with my Time Atac Carbons and these looked incredible. In use they are incredible. Very (but not too) stiff sole, great grip off the bike, very good at keeping the mud on the outside, rubber bumpers at the potential scuff points. And then, after maybe 20 rides, the outer sole developed big cracks and started peeling off the midsole. Absolute garbage. I took them back to the LBS and looked for a better shoe. In the end I came away with a new pair of these - there just wasn't anything else as good. But I believe I'll be back warrantying these before very long and then it will be timne to move on to another manufacturer. Shimano really should get it together with these soles. With the right rubber these would be more than a five. As it is, they deserve zero. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Harvey
a cross-country rider
from Kirkland
Date Reviewed: October 12, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Shimano, Shimano, Shimano. I am on my third pair of warrantied shoes, the ROKASAKI. after neatly trimming away the useless little socky part (a shoe circumsizion, of sorts), these seemed like the ones. Until the rubber peeled off the toe. As jello biafra once said one thing's fixed another falls apart. Since I'm not comfortable mtn biking in rode shoes, you'll be getting this pair back post haste. What will go wrong with the next pair you send me, I wonder? I have an idea. Why don't you find the guy who designed xtr components and ask him if he could give your shoe guys a few tips? | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
steve woodward
a cross-country rider
from Bristol
Date Reviewed: October 1, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Major disapointment, this shoes feel so good and work so well. I was horrified
to find out that a large piece of rubber had broken of the toe and the sole was
starting to come away after less than a month, though that does include a week
in the Apls and a couple of long hard rides on the weekend. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David
a weekend warrior
from Calgary Canada
Date Reviewed: September 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
These shoes were great and than after ten or so rides big pieces of the rubber sole were breaking off. So I returned to my favorite bike store and they replaced my shoes with new ones. Less than a week and 2 rides later same problem again. This time I returned em and upgraded to Lake mx-300
Too bad cause I really liked the Shimano for looks and comfort but they suck for durability
| | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
richard
a cross-country rider
from Rugby, UK
Date Reviewed: September 9, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I've had these shoes for six months or so, and I've been really impressed with the performance and comfort of these shoes. A stiffer sole would be better for riding, but not so good for climbing up steep banks. My only real problems with these shoes is that the chunky rubber sole comes unglued, and the neoprene tears near the fabric loop at the back. The sole is moderately easy to repair with contact adhesive, but I really would expect better quality.I think about five for performance, but only around 2 or 3 for quality... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
TRex
a cross-country rider
from Fresno, CA
Date Reviewed: August 29, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I've had these shoes for a few months now. So far they work fine. It's a comfortable shoe and I like the neoprene cuff idea(if it lasts). The only hitch I've come across so far is that during hot weather rides my feet get a little warm. But keep in mind it gets to be over 100 degrees here.So, with that in mind I will give it (4) Steam'n Hershey Squirts. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jay
a cross-country rider
from QC , Canada
Date Reviewed: August 28, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I've bought my M150 about a month ago and they fit well to my feet and they have avery stiff sole . The only problem that i noticed is the rubber sole that's tearing apart near the cleat except for that they performed well and they look so cool with their spikes | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
rt
a downhiller
from quebec, can.
Date Reviewed: August 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I got my m150's about 2 months ago, have ridden hard in them, and am generally pleased with their performance. Unlike others who have posted I have not had any trouble with the neoprene cuff, but I am having a problem with the rubber sole tearing and pulling away from the plastic (near the toe on both shoes). Also, when i went to screw in the spikes yesterday I discovered that there is some random bit of metal floating around and the spikes will not screw in. I plan to contact Shimano today and see what they can do for me.Overall, however, I really like the shoes. They are comfortable and they look good (and everyone knows its not how you feel but how you look...) I give them 4 flaming chillies for comfort and performance, but only 2 for durability. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Noel
a cross-country rider
from Amherst, MA (USA)
Date Reviewed: August 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought these shoes after mmy Diadoras fell apart. I was looking for something
tough, with a stiff sole, and that wouldnt fall apart easily.
Unlike most other reviewers here, I had no problems at all with the cuffs.
After beating on them for several months, the only thing that is getting a
bit worn are the spikes.
At the beginning I had a bit of a hard time fitting right, but after a few
weeks they adapted to my feet better and now they are great.
I like the three velcro straps instead of only two. The stiff sole is
also great.
I would give them 5 chillis if it was cheaper. For the money, it gets 4. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Wolfgang
a cross-country rider
from Munich Germany
Date Reviewed: August 22, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
As others already posted I was attracted by the good fit of the shoe
and the rigid looking sole.
Trouble began on the first ascent where I had to push the bike. The front
rubber sole simply fell of the right shoe, the ledft one followed one day later.
After only 8 riding days up to now huge parts of the sole came unglued.
Also the neoprene cuff started to rip at where the little cloth handle is after the 3d day, thus making the handle useless.Come on SHIMANO, the SIDIS and DIADORAS that we also had on our 8 days mtb trip
across the european alps (in the same price range) performed absolutely
flawlessly.
Just ask the manufacturers of alpine hikeing boots or ski touring boots, which
also have a very stiff middle sole and a rubber threaded outer sole,
how to make soles that don not come unglued and that do not tear in parts.
Even so I am lightwioght rider the shoes crped much too quickly.SHIMANO, I would be happy to test ride your new shoe designs for you,
to help improve them.these shoes have some good ideas incorporated, but DO LACK in stability!
| | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
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a weekend warrior
from USA
Date Reviewed: August 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
As with everyone, I too have had problems with the neoprene ankle cuff and rubber bottoms. The cuff strted to rip at where the little cloth handle is, thus making the handle useless. The rubber bottoms started to de-laminate from plastic molding and the traction blocks started to crack and break off. Tis a pity, seeing how they fit my wide feet... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Harvey Consky
a cross-country rider
from Toronto, Ontario
Date Reviewed: August 18, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
As other reviewers found, the neoprene cuffs came unstitched in both shoes just trying the shoe on. Must be a common problem with this shoe. However, shoe fits well and probably will be otherwise durable. After Shimano sends me a replacement I hope to be able to actually try the shoe out. One concern is that the shoe is quite a bit heavier than the 210 model. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
dave
a racer
from Pa
Date Reviewed: August 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Same thing happened to me as magic matt, neoprene cuffs came unstitched on
first ride. Shame as its the burliest looking shoe out there, with all
the features i was looking for.Returned em and swapped em for diadora chilis. The problem we had may be
minor (ie. non-catastrophic), but it shouldnt happen to a $130 shoe! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Painter
a cross-country rider
from Victoria, BC, Ca
Date Reviewed: August 7, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought these shoes in early January, because I was having a very difficult time finding anything that fit my feet properly (size 48). I had some reservations after owning a pair of Shimano 110's, which didn't hold up too well. (The rubber soles separated from the shank, the stitching came undone, and the pseudo-leather tore right through to the heel counter.) The first thing I noticed about the new shoes was that they were a bit of a pain to get on. I understand the value of the neoprene collar, but it isn't the easiest to get on. The next thing I noticed was that the shoes aren't overly stiff, and my feet get sore when standing on the pedals for any length of time. My biggest complaint, however, is that the rubber soles are separating from the shank in 2 spots, anas well as above the instep on one side. I'm very disappointed, particularly since I have only had about 10 rides in them. The toe spikes and the aggressive tread are helpful, but the lack of overall comfort and the soles coming unglued is a big detractor, and has convinced me to never buy Shimano shoes again.Four chilis for the spikes and soles, two for comfort and durability.Average is three | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jim Ryan
a racer
from Redwood City, Ca
Date Reviewed: August 2, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought a pair of these shoes last winter. It was el Nino here. The first day I wore them I went to The Forest of Nisene Marks near the Santa Cruz coast. It was wet wet wet and muddy muddy muddy. My plan called for fording a creek which was out of the question. The alternate was climb a steep, wet, and muddy hill. I had visions of slipping, sliding, tripping, and falling. Not so, these Rokasaki's allowed me to motor up the hill. The spikes in the toes are great! The tread is great. The shoes are great.It is now August and I have worn the metal spikes down and have ordered replacements. The cuff on one shoe is beginning to unravel but I still love 'em and would buy them again. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Magic Matt
a weekend warrior
from Wyckoff, NJ
Date Reviewed: July 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
On the first ride, the stitching on the top neoprene cuff unraveled on BOTH shoes. Also the large tread knobs had begun to break off the front of the shoe. I was very disappointed as these fit my wide feet very well, whereas most other manufacturer's shoes don't. Returned them for a warranty refund. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
erik
a cross-country rider
from nyack, ny
Date Reviewed: July 19, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
hey,i guess i'll be the first to submit a review on these shoes...not too shaby. i was a heart beat away from getting the fancy Sidi Dominators when the lbs guy showed me these pups. they seemed stiff enough and fit my sorta wide foot better than my shitty Answer Accelerators. i got them for $130, not sure if that was good or bad.they rode really nice. the spikes on the front were good when negotiating this impossible uphill on foot. i'll give 'em four for now, i'll be back if they fall apart. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
DARREN MARTIN
a weekend warrior
from SONOMA, CA
Date Reviewed: July 7, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
THIS SHOE KICKS ASS! FOR AROUND $120.00 IT'S RIGHT UP THERE WITH SIDIS AND THE LIKE. VERY TOUGH, COMFORTABLE, AND GREAT SOLES...PERFECT FOR THE HIKE A BIKE SECTIONS WERE YOU NEED LOTS OF TRACTION... CLEATS DIG VERY WELL. I CHECKED OUT LOTS OF SHOES BEFORE MAKING A PURCHASE..(SINCE I'M NOT SPONSORED OR RICH!) THESE ARE TOUGH TO BEAT! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Keith Stoneman
a weekend warrior
from OH USA
Date Reviewed: June 2, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Been riding in these shoes for 3 months, and I like them better every day! The soles are agressive, and give great traction in the mud, and clear easily. The replacable spikes are compatible with outdoor soccer spikes, so you can pick any size you want. I personally find the plastic spikes better than the steel ones supplied. Entry is easy, and comfortable, and the neoprene booty combined with the three velcro straps creat a secure, comfortable fit. I paid $107 for these shoes at a Nashbar Outlet, but I would be just as happy with these shoes had they cost twice as much. Get 'em, try 'em, LOVE 'EM!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Chick
a weekend warrior
from Fairfax, Ca.
Date Reviewed: May 19, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I really want to like these shoes (my last ones, Nike Niguba II, fit terribly for 2 years!). So with that said, these Shimano M150's feel great. No prob's gettin' in or out. They have very stiff soles which are a requirement for my Shimano 747 Pedal which have a small surface area that can lead to foot aches after long climbs or decents. I haven't had feet cramps, loss of circulation and the two front spikes actually work in soft stuff. Remove the spikes for slick rock - not good - which segues into a real problem.....After 2 days in Colo. and 3 days in Moab, my NEW M150's went back for warranty replacement. The rubber tread separated from the sole around the cleat. Thanks to Start to Finish bikes in San Rafael for being great with the replacement but geez.... I am very worried about having to replace these shoes every 5 days! But wait.....
Then I go in to my local shoe repair shop to pick up my 3 year old pair of cowboy boots and what do I see? A pair of M150's. Oh, oh.... they're in for a little stitch repair.In any case, I will say that they perform wonderfully and feel great while they're together. I'm just a little worried about longevity here. I'll have to give a benefit of the doubt 4 chili's and wait and see! | | Overall Rating: |
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