No compromise, performance mountain shoe, fully loaded with Specialized's revolutionary Body Geometry Technology. Designed for the competitive or serious enthusiast.
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Ben
a Cross Country Rider
from Hanover, NH
Date Reviewed: July 22, 2002
Strengths: Durability. I've ridden these shoes for almost 5 years now.
Weaknesses: The sole is horrible!
Bottom Line:
The sole is a hard piece of plastic. It is slippery as butter. Walking on rocks is easier in a pair of leather soled dress shoes than it is in these shoes. If your foot isn't clipped into the pedal forget it. Your foot will skate off instantly. Basically, except for the fact that these shoes have cleats in the bottoms, they make absolutely no sense as a shoe to be wearing anyplace that you would want to go riding. On the upside I've abused them for almost 5 years now and they won't die so that I can buy a new pair, which is why they get a 3 for value.
Bike Setup: not applicable, I've used look and shimano pedals with these shoes
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Ben
a Cross Country Rider
from Glendale
Date Reviewed: July 19, 2002
Strengths: Comfortable, Body Geometry sole creates a more powerful pedal stroke, looks good, secure.
Weaknesses: Body Geometry sole takes a little getting used to, feels weird at first.
Bottom Line:
Body Geometry RULES! It takes a little while to get used to the way it feels, but once you do, you'll realize the difference. It has arch support like no other, and allows a more powerful and efficient pedal stroke. An all together solid shoe.
Bike Setup: 2002 Trek 6500 SLR, Marzocchi Atom Race Z.2, Panaracer Trailblaster 2.1's, Bontrager CrowBar, Avid Single Digit Ti's.
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Chuck
a Weekend Warrior
from Beverly, MA
Date Reviewed: April 13, 2002
Strengths: Well ventilated, rigid sole, snug fit
Bottom Line:
Before I got this pair, I've been using sneakers with toe clips. Pedaling sometimes took a lot out of me. After using this pair of shoes, pedaling was more efficient, sometimes effortless, even going up slight inclines using the fastest gear. I'm glad I got these shoes and also swapped out my stock pedals for the PD-M424's.
Bike Setup: 01 Specialized Rockhopper FSR xc, stock except for Shimano PD-M424
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zach
a Cross Country Rider
from chapel hill....nc....usa
Date Reviewed: March 29, 2002
Strengths: looks REAL flashy,(got mine in yellow/black/red, pretty schweet, huh?) girls drool over them. fits like a condom!
Weaknesses: these shoes just don't look right on shimano DX/646 pedals.
Bottom Line:
they look pimpin'! don't get the boring grey kind, get the pimp....mountain biking shoes? whatever, they connect to my pedal, and that's the point. Whew! you peeps payed $90 for these! i got my pair for $21 bucks!! five sh!tters for value, five sh!tters for being pimpin' and gettin the ladies.
Similar Products Used: um steel toed boots, tenne shoes, bunny slippers.
Bike Setup: Old fat ladies bike, seat the size of a lasagna dish, no gears. have to push the bike for it to move.
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Sloanbone
a Cross Country Rider
from Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Date Reviewed: March 6, 2002
Strengths: Rigid sole, snug but not uncomfortable fit, great treads.
Weaknesses: Noticed that it digs the back of my foot a bit.. but may be a size issue... Short tounge. Ugly color... =0]
Bottom Line:
Sweet for 50.00 bucks... Yellow may be the color of the tour's color... but it's not mine... Great for sprints and overall spinning.. Durable.. Definate keeper!
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EVAN
a Weekend Warrior
from somerville, ma USA
Date Reviewed: February 11, 2002
Strengths: THESE SHOES ARE REALLY COMFORTABLE WHEN YOU FIRST GET THEM THEY FIT LIKE A GLOVE
Weaknesses: THE WORKMANSHIP IS JUST HORRIBLE, MY FIRSTRIDE AFTER I WARRENTIED THE LAST PAIR, THE SOULS STARTED BRAKING OFF AGAIN THEY ARE BREAKING AND RIPPING ALL OVER.
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THESE SHOES ARE GREAT IF YOU NEVER GET OFF YOUR BIKE!
Bike Setup: toddler tricycle-with really big safety flag
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Jeremy
a Cross Country Rider
from Pittsburgh
Date Reviewed: October 27, 2001
Strengths: comfortable, very breathable, fits like a sock so you don't slip all over the place
Weaknesses: tread wore out quickly, sole seperating from upper already.
Bottom Line:
bought these shoes to last me a trek across the country this summer on my touring bike. worked out well considering they were my both my daily shoes as well as my riding shoes for 2 months. the tread wore out near the end and now i'm down to grinding on the cleat itself, but that's probably to be expected. very breathable, very nice for riding 8 hours a day in hot north dakota and montana summer weather. the neoprene tongue made the shoe fit like a glove, never had a problem with slipping or anything. never even put the laces on..just kept the velcro.
Bike Setup: cannondale t700, ritchey spd clipless pedals.
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Kevin
a Cross Country Rider
from Chino,CA
Date Reviewed: October 7, 2001
Strengths: It is a very comfortable shoe that does not get uncomfortable at all. They work good for hike-a-bike sections. Also like the breathability of the shoe, keep fett semi cool. Also accepts time pedals
Weaknesses: None, very well made shoe.
Bottom Line:
shoe works really well, would recomend it to many other people. Would buy it again. love the shoe
Similar Products Used: none, this is my first one used
Bike Setup: two wheel one. front shocks. planning on new one, dual suspension
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Scott
a Cross Country Rider
from Tennessee
Date Reviewed: August 21, 2001
Strengths: Great fit and seem to be fairly durable.
Weaknesses: Can be too stiff at first. Takes time to "get into".
Bottom Line:
If you are using toe clips, STOP!! Buy clipless ASAP. I bought these online from Specialized (the price was right) and have really enjoyed them. They fit well and hold well under all kinds of conditions. Have not experienced the cracking soles or upper rips of other reviewers, but maybe time will tell. So far, I can say that I feel I have gotten my $69 worth out of 'em so if lightning strikes 'em, I won't be too upset. Decent shoes for the $$$...buy 'em!
Similar Products Used: Crappy toeclips and tennis shoes
Bike Setup: "01 Hardrock A1 FS TIME ATAC carbons
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Marc Fortier
a Cross Country Rider
from Squamish, Canada
Date Reviewed: August 7, 2001
Strengths: Good fit, comfortable, stiff, good grip for hike-a-bikes
Weaknesses: Does not work well with Time cleats
Bottom Line:
These shoes are a pain to click into Time pedals. Most shoes I've had slide in nicely to the pedals, but these catch and slip. This is a pain when you're starting a race or getting back in after a wipeout, with people piling into from behind while you try to find the sweet spot. I've tried cutting a bit of material off the sole to make it easier - guess I'll cut some more. Besides that, great shoes.
Similar Products Used: Daps, Steeltoecaps, Flipflops and Horseshoes.
Bike Setup: Specialized Rrockhopper 2001
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Erik Williams
a Cross Country Rider
from Newport Beach, Ca, USA
Date Reviewed: May 1, 2001
Strengths: Body Geometry design is insane! Sooo good on the knees. Puts your leg and pedal in perfect unity. Nice and stiff with great comfort for long rides.
Weaknesses: Every screw in it has come out or come loose at least once. Maybe add some lock-tight to each shoe box?
