Submitted by
surlychad
a Weekend Warrior
from Auburn, WA, USA Date Reviewed: September 20, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
Fit. Energy transfer
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Nike, Answer, Vittoria
Bike Setup:
Surly Instigator, Marzocchi 55, Saint wheels, deraileur and brakes,
Bottom Line:
The best fitting shoes I've ever owned. Can't say much for longevity yet. Living in Washington things get wet so we'll have to see how the traction is in the winter but so far I've had no problems. I must say though that I'm not a cyclocross racer so I'm not trying to set any land speed records running off my bike. For 100 bucks though I couldn't ask for a better shoe.
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Submitted by
Bill
a Cross Country Rider
from Chandler, Az. Date Reviewed: August 30, 2009
Favorite Trail:
So. Mtn Trails
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$270.00
Purchased At:
Landis
Strengths:
Fairly easy to get on & off clip in easily.
Weaknesses:
Unstable to walk on period. No power from pedals on steep climbs.
Similar Products Used:
other sidi
Bike Setup:
Santa Cruz Superlight xtr pedals
Bottom Line:
Would not buy again at any price. Broke derailer and had to walk out my ankle must have turned over 25 times in about a mile. Quality of this shoe is no where has good has previous Sidi. The box says made in Italy but there are no tags of origin on shoes. My other pair were made in Romania.
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Submitted by
xmasterb
a Cross Country Rider
from Atlanta Date Reviewed: August 30, 2009
Favorite Trail:
chicopee
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$170.00
Purchased At:
gear and training
Strengths:
They fit perfectly. The rachet strap is easy to tighten whilst on the bike. THEY ARE MADE IN ITALY. Who ever is slaming this product must have bought some knock offs. They have A little flex in the sole BECUASE they are MTB shoes and you just might have to hump your bike. Have you ever tried walking flat footed up a hill.
Weaknesses:
Off the bike they are not as stabble as my old lakes but they are about have the wieght so its a trade off. The soles are nylon so traction is not great my Lakes had rubber soles much better but much heaver. Forget peddling while not clipped in maybe with time this will improve.
Similar Products Used:
Lakes
Bike Setup:
Gary fisher hardtial old school
Bottom Line:
Will update later.
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Submitted by
klam
a Cross Country Rider
from Coquitlam, BC, Canada Date Reviewed: March 23, 2009
Favorite Trail:
SFU
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$150.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
stiff, micro adjust features, Lorica leather,
Weaknesses:
Sole is not stable on hike/bike or any walking on uneven terrain
Similar Products Used:
Time WC, Shimano
Bike Setup:
Rocky Team Vertex, Giant NRS C1
Bottom Line:
Pricey set of shoes, but made by a reliable company who's been in the business for years making high end road/mtb shoes from Italy.
I find Sidi's to be on the narrow side when it comes to fit. Overall, the shoe is well built with great features such as the mirco adjust buckle, velco security system. The Lorica (synthetic leather) feels and looks like leather, not sure if it last longer than leather.
I seem to have the same issues/complaints by others whom have used this product and that is the sole. I find it very slippery and unstable if you have to dismount and walk on these soles. If you're clipped in, they are nice and stiff and provide the energy transfer to propel you forward. Once dismounted, be cautious. They kinda suck on uneven terrain or rocks, roots and so on.
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Submitted by
JRR
a Cross Country Rider
from Atlanta Ga.USA Date Reviewed: March 22, 2009
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$230.00
Strengths:
Light Fit is soso
Weaknesses:
No walk,if you single speed and pull up hard on your cranks it want take long to separate the sole from the shoe .
Similar Products Used:
specialized true mt.bike shoes
Bike Setup:
29ss rig
Bottom Line:
If you sit and spin you may like. If you hammer single speed stye and run the bike up uber steep hills occasionally this shoe is a joke.The sole is glued on and will separate at the worst time.forget about a warranty.
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Submitted by
peyo
a Cross Country Rider
from Seattle, WA Date Reviewed: January 26, 2009
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$125.00
Purchased At:
eBay
Strengths:
Durability
Aesthetics
Weaknesses:
Occasional hot spot
Lack of stability
Cakes on mud
Expensive at retail price
Similar Products Used:
Pearl Izumi & Specialized BG
Bottom Line:
I've had these Dominators for 6 years now and they have been through a lot -- some XC races, pouring rain, ankle deep mud, and plenty of miles. The faux leather is a nice surprise since it looks like leather but is very durable even after countless wet weather rides. I have used these on muddy rides, come home to wash the mud off, allow them to dry, and wear the shoes a couple days later to a cafe (I wear these daily on my commutes).
I agree with others when they said that the sole is unstable. If you're using these for XC riding, it's not really an issue. However, I have and wouldn't want to use these for a hike on rocky/slippery trails. Then again, I don't think these shoes were made for that purpose. Another issue I've had is the occasional hot spot.
Overall, I think this product deserves a 3.5 to 4 star rating. I wouldn't buy these shoes at retail price. My next shoes will likely be another brand (since Sidi's are no longer made in Italy) but as hard as I try, I have not been able to wear through these Dominators even with frequent use on and off the trails. I suspect that those who had durability issues might have gotten the newer non-Italian made products.
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Submitted by
boscoboy
a Weekend Warrior
from Wilmington, DE Date Reviewed: October 14, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Middle Run
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$180.00
Strengths:
Comfortable - comes in wide width
Weaknesses:
straps and racheting system suck - i have right shoe strap bolted on because it came off
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
2000 Supercaliber XT/XTR
Bottom Line:
These shoes are pricey - I'm not too happy about taking a drill to my shoes to make them work- Very stiff sole is great when you are riding but not the best if you are off the bike.
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Submitted by
Glenn Shaikun
a Weekend Warrior
from Buffalo NY Date Reviewed: October 9, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Sprague Brook
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$240.00
Purchased At:
Park Ave Bike Roch N
Strengths:
Typical nice feel of Sidi's. You can tighten them down, get good kick, but they stay comfortable
Weaknesses:
Not really a mountain bike shoe. A road shoe with a few poorly designed cleats on bottom. Sidi needs to do their homework. You are taking your life in your hands on slippery surfaces whether mud, loose, or slippery rock adn especially beware walking on wooden bridges. If you are off the bike and need traction and balance don't count on it. Bottom is not wide enough for good balance, cleats have no grip. I can't imagine that anyone who mountain bikes designed these. If on flat dry trails, or you don't have to get off the bike, then no problem.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized
Bike Setup:
Santa Cruz Blur XC and Jamis Dragon hardtail, both with XT/X-9 drivetrains.
Bottom Line:
If you ride a variety of terrain, including off the bike sections that require sound footing, I would suggest look elsewhere. If you want more of a road shoe, ride on trails where off the bike traction is not critical, they are fine. 3 Chili's in spite of criticism for their comfort and power delivery.
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Submitted by
heatstroke
a Weekend Warrior
from Miri, Malaysia Date Reviewed: October 2, 2008
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
I've used dominators/eagles for 10 years. On average lasting 3 years each.
I would have given 5 chillies for the earlier models, but this is a review on the current set, so only 1 chillie
Weaknesses:
BUT something has changed recently, my last pair completly delaminated in less than 30 rides. Dissapointed with the recent performance. \\\
Similar Products Used:
A couple of other shimanos, but only dominators for the past 10 yrs
Bike Setup:
mojo
Bottom Line:
this is a review on the current set, so only 1 chillie
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Submitted by
barry cox
a Cross Country Rider
from Toronto Date Reviewed: July 10, 2008
Favorite Trail:
The one I am on
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$250.00
Purchased At:
Dukes
Strengths:
Fit, comfort
Weaknesses:
Price
Similar Products Used:
Shimano M-182
Bike Setup:
Fully rigid singlespeed 29-er
Bottom Line:
For the price Sidi charges for these shoes, I think it is completely lame that you have to purchase the toe spikes separately, especially given the comments of others on the toe cleats wearing out quickly without the spikes. Because of the position of the spikes on the sole, I could not use the spikes from my old Shimano M-182's, and had to buy the dedicated Sidi spikes.
Interestingly, Sidi did see fit to put a sheet of about 20 Sidi stickers in the middle of the owner's manual. If anyone at Sidi is reading this, take note - I would much rather not have the stickers, and have the spikes come with the shoes. I suspect that most others will agree.
Once on the trail, though, I have no complaints - great fit and very light, and after a couple of rides, they are as comfortable as a pair of slippers. Given the price, I hope they last well.
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Submitted by
Dave Central Va
a Cross Country Rider
from Richmond, VA Date Reviewed: May 11, 2008
Favorite Trail:
pisgah
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
comfort, light weight
Weaknesses:
sole wears fast and is flexy. Uppers are flexy. $$$$$
Similar Products Used:
lots, mostly Shimano
Bottom Line:
Followup to prior, just to emphasize that first impressions mean less than long term experience. Very comfortable and light shoe that needs the toe spikes in just to protect the fast wearing lugs on the sole. The lugs are too short to protect the cleats, too. The upper and sole are very flexy. This is a great shoe for pleasant pleasure riding, but if you put the power down, and you have previously used shoes with stiff uppers and carbon soles, you will notice the power and control loss. I'm a wimp, and I sure do. 4 chillies is generous.
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Submitted by
Collin
a
from SC Date Reviewed: February 15, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$200.00
Strengths:
Fit
Weaknesses:
Velcro weak, sole of one shoe totally seperated from shoe at just under 1 year of use. Pitiful for $200 shoes
Similar Products Used:
can't remember all of them
Bike Setup:
Yes it is set up
Bottom Line:
These shoes fit very good but at less than one year of use the left shoe's sole completely sepersted from the shoe. I have had $50 shoes last 3X as long. The only reason I gave it a 2 is for the fit
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Submitted by
Wonko
a Cross Country Rider
from Seatte, WA Date Reviewed: February 4, 2008
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$220.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Fit, stiffness, buckle, comfortable on the bike
Weaknesses:
Wear out quickly, velcros, price
Similar Products Used:
Sidi Aggressor, Sidi Dominator 2, a couple of different Shimano shoes
Bike Setup:
SPDs
Bottom Line:
I am a big fan of Sidi shoes for XC-riding and would not hesitate to recommend them for this purpose. However, for longer rides that involve hike-a-bike section, especially with rocky terrain, these shoes are a poor choice. The sole was worn out very fast (not the rest of the shoe) and the cleats are exposed. The velcros are completely useless and because of that and some other points I consider the Dominator 2 a much better shoe.
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Submitted by
MARC
a Cross Country Rider
from SANTA ROSA Date Reviewed: January 4, 2008
Favorite Trail:
singletrac
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$210.00
Purchased At:
cambria
Strengths:
great fit, comfortable, keep feet dry in the winter. ratchett is great for adjustability, look cool
Weaknesses:
mud cakes in where the cleat is and does not shed without using a screwdriver or garden hose, they are difficult to clip in, more so than my last shoes
Similar Products Used:
six six one attack
Bike Setup:
Zion 853 18" with eccentric rear hub 32:18 gearing SS fox vanilla RLC up front motoraptor 2.4 in the front with panaracer2.1 in the rear shimano 959s.
Bottom Line:
For the price the mud should shed well, the part of the sole that keeps the mud in also makes clipping in difficult, ie: bad sole design. the shoe above the sole is great. I think these shoes will be great for the spring,summer, fall.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego, CA, USA Date Reviewed: December 27, 2007
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$200.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Warehouse
Strengths:
Comfort Style Durability
Weaknesses:
PRICE!
Similar Products Used:
Shimano Nike
Bike Setup:
2007 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Elite
Bottom Line:
What a fantastic shoe when compared to some lesser Shimano and Nike competitors. Now let me say, I am used to cheap pairs so this may not be a fari comparo. I however did decide to splurg and get this pair. Total difference. If you can stomach blowing 200 bills on a shoe that you'll only wear on a bike, then go for it. You won't be upset. I've got 500 miles with 2, 10+ hour races on mine and they're going to be good for another 6 months at least. I will be hard pressed not to get another pair when these wear out. Better start saving now!
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Submitted by
Dave
a Cross Country Rider
from Richmond, VA Date Reviewed: December 22, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Light, straps adjustable on the fly, comfortable
Weaknesses:
expensive. sole is stiff, not carbon fiber stiff - better for walking, but worse for riding. plastic lugs are slippery
Submitted by
Josef
a Racer
from San Luis Obispo, CA, US Date Reviewed: October 22, 2007
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
eBay
Strengths:
Very comfortable and solid. Straps stay tight
Weaknesses:
The grip on the soles wear extremely fast. Not good if you hike up rocky trails frequently. Material tears around edges of sole.
Similar Products Used:
Shimano DX Shoes
Bike Setup:
Mallets and SPD's.
Bottom Line:
Only complaint besides the price is the fact that the shoes wear really fast. I've had them for about 5 months and its already time for a new pair. I'd reccomend getting some sort of short spikes to screw into the toe area to add some extra grip to the sole; otherwise your sole will be gone in months. Definently worth the $80 bucks I spent on a second hand pair on eBay. (They looked new when I got them, only a few prior ride).
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Submitted by
mark
a Cross Country Rider
from NJ Date Reviewed: October 19, 2007
Favorite Trail:
chimney rock
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$189.00
Purchased At:
online
Strengths:
fit, comfort, stiffness, can't go wrong with Sidi
Weaknesses:
none.....
Similar Products Used:
carnac, specialized, Diadora, shimano
Bike Setup:
Felt RXC Pro, XTR, etc...
Bottom Line:
Used Sidi for over 10 yrs, tried others but I am always coming back to SIDI's the best fit, comfort, when I use SIDI I never have to think about my feet, which means that they are comfortable, unlike other shoes I tried, .... if you don't think about your shoes you could think about the Trails, logs, rock garden, which line you are going to take going down the downhill tech. section....... enough said
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Submitted by
Rick
a Cross Country Rider
from Oakland, CA, USA Date Reviewed: October 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
China Camp
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$200.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Incredible comfort, sole stiffness, easy entry and ratcheting, light weight, good for mountain or road
Weaknesses:
Straps could be a bit longer (I use an orthodotic insert)
Similar Products Used:
Shimano road and mtb shoes
Bike Setup:
Specialized Stumpjumper Expert, stock except for Terry Fly saddle
Bottom Line:
My Shimano shoes were getting old and feeling stiff and uncomfortable. The moment I tried these on I thought, "Damn, those Italians KNOW shoes!" I had to get these. Most expensive shoes I've EVER owned, but worth every penny, just like my Naot sandals from Israel. I left the store wearing the Naots and I almost did the same with the Sidis, they felt that comfortable. My first ride in them felt great - no hot spots, no numbness, just comfort and control. I should have bought these years ago. The cost earns 4 chilis, although there are more expensive shoes out there. Speaking of those sandals, I once rode Newberry Crater (near Bend, Oregon) in them and bike socks because I left my shoes behind. The sandals are still doing well. Quality is always worth the extra cost.
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Submitted by
Fatt Freddie
a Cross Country Rider
from Vallejo CA USA Date Reviewed: September 27, 2007
Favorite Trail:
South Valley
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$219.00
Purchased At:
Performance Bike
Strengths:
The closure system is pretty good.
Weaknesses:
Craftsmanship.
Similar Products Used:
Sidi Eagle
Bike Setup:
Ventana
Bottom Line:
I could not be more disappointed that these are no longer made in Italy. What is the world coming to ? Will there no longer be the option to purchase products that are not made in sweatshops ? Maybe Eastern Europe is not as bad as China, but you can bet that the people working at the factory in SOLVENIA are not the old-world craftsmen (and women) who once made Sidi's. Quality is WAY down, workmanship is not terrible, but material quality has declined significantly.
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Submitted by
Filip
a Weekend Warrior
from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: September 23, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Ganaraska Forest
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Bicycles Plus
Strengths:
Wicked design, super comfy, good fit, super adjustable.
Weaknesses:
Easy to scuff the plastic tightener for the strap.
Bike Setup:
Giant Iguana, Crank Bros. Smarty Pedals
Bottom Line:
I got the best deal a man could get. $120 Canadian (so about $100 American) for a pair of new, still in the box, Sidi Dominator 5's. As they were my first pair of clipless shoes, so I didnt know much about them. I was told that they needed to get rid of the shoes for next year's shipments. Looking good, and fitting good, I decided to buy them, not know how much of a deal I got.
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Submitted by
Ernie
a Cross Country Rider
from Mililani, Hawaii Date Reviewed: September 1, 2007
Favorite Trail:
anywhere
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Pricepoint.com
Strengths:
Amazing comfort!
Weaknesses:
Cost, but you get what you pay for and these are worth it! I feel that feet comfort is very important on the road and on the trail and when just walking about.
Similar Products Used:
Answer, Shimano
Bike Setup:
Trek 8000, Shimano XT, Time Attack alum
Bottom Line:
Great shoe, wish I had got these from the get-go.
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Submitted by
Charles
a Cross Country Rider
from California Date Reviewed: April 29, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$200.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Comfort, fit, and oh yeah there Sidi's
Weaknesses:
Expensive
Similar Products Used:
Sidi Techno
Bike Setup:
'99 Ibis Mojo SID XTR, '94 Mojo Judy SL XTR
Bottom Line:
I didn't think cycling shoes could get anymore comfortable than my old Sidi's, but then I got these. Great shoes. SUper adjustable, easy to set up. Sure they're expensive but my old sidi's have lasted TEN years and they're still going so you can't say you don't get your money's worth. Forget the cheaper shoes you've been looking at and just buy these. You won't regret it.
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Submitted by
Neil
a
from UK & Finland Date Reviewed: March 9, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$209.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Amazing fit, soooo comfortable!
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Specialzed, Shimano, Scott shoes.
Bike Setup:
hardtail with standard eggbeaters
Bottom Line:
I've just got these so I can't properly comment on durability or other issues, but I just had to post to say how amazingly comfy they are and how this is largely down to the massive range of fitting options, something that you may not have full advantage of if you buy them mail order (as I nearly did). These shoes come in HALF EUROPEAN SIZES, i.e. the equivalent of 1/4 US or UK sizes, but you might not know this as most mailorder places only sell the full Euro sizes as their computer and/or stock systems aren't set up for the halfs. That combined with the normal or mega width options means that you should be able to get a /perfect/ fit, but you will need to try them on to get it right! I was all ready to buy a 44 normal width mailorder and was even worrying that this might be a bit short, but ended up finding a shop where I could try them on and came away with a 43.5 mega (wide). These things feel like they are tailored to my feet, I don't want to take them off! This also means that there is no slop when the shoe is on the pedal (but no pinching either) and it's really easy to set things up so that the cleat is just in the right place. I love these shoes already and I've hardly used them yet...
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Submitted by
Christian
a Racer
from worcester ma Date Reviewed: February 25, 2007
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$220.00
Strengths:
super
Weaknesses:
non
Bike Setup:
scott scale 10
Bottom Line:
they are great
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Submitted by
John
a Cross Country Rider
from Grapevine Date Reviewed: January 24, 2007
Favorite Trail:
LBH
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$230.00
Purchased At:
Richardson Bike Mart
Strengths:
form fit, stiffness, sole wear is minimal.
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
Specialized, Nike Alpin
Bike Setup:
GF- Sugar 3+ Titus Racer X
Bottom Line:
Overall a great shoe. I decided to get them as a result of different friends liking them. The fit is great and comfortable. Hope to have them for some time to come.
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Submitted by
Paul Flanagan
a Cross Country Rider
from Staffordshire UK Date Reviewed: July 5, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Coed-y-Brenin
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$137.00
Purchased At:
Ebay
Strengths:
Quality Construction. Ability to micro-fit.Lorica material. Lightness.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Numerous Shimano Cycling Shoes
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Prophet 2000
Bottom Line:
As a lifelong user of Shimano cycling shoes when my old Shimano M60's started looking very tired, I decided to try out some Sidi's. One of my riding mates had got a pair and was raving about them so I decided to see what all the fuss was about. I located some Dominator 5's on E-bay and got them for a bargain. The first thing I noticed was how light they were. You can really adjust them, so you get the absolute perfect fit. Out on the trail they have just the right amount of stiffness and the Lorica material is very hard wearing and tough. For all you XC people out there,they really are a top shoe
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Submitted by
colin
a
from SLO, CA Date Reviewed: June 6, 2006
Favorite Trail:
My yard
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$175.00
Purchased At:
Pricepoint
Strengths:
Sidi's last a very long time, comfortable, just the right stiffness
Weaknesses:
Ratched catches weeds, much worse than my old Sidi's
Similar Products Used:
Sidi Techno Fire, Specialized (way back when), Carnac.
Bike Setup:
Heckler, Marzochii All Mtn. 1
Bottom Line:
I have had the Dom 5's for about a month (approx. 15 rides) and they are great. They are just the right stiffness without losing feel for what the bike is doing. They are a great All Mtn shoe but if you are going big (big gaps, 10ft+ drops) you already know these aren't the shoes for you. My last pair of Sidi's lasted 9 seasons of hard riding on rocky and technical trails before the twist lock (Sidi Techno Fire) gave out when I overtightened them. Sidi's handle wet very well and don't get all stretched out like some other shoes. As for value, what's better, paying $100 for a shoe that lasts 2 seasons or $175 for shoes that last 10 years? My only complaint is that the new style of ratchet catches weeds and other crap in them making it hard to release. They also stick out further than my old Techno's, which is lame, so I am only giving them 4 chilis overall. I have read some people complain the tread wears out quickly--what are you doing walking in them? They are bike shoes, ride your bike with them. Take pride in clearing that tough climb, don't walk it! Bottom line is that these are the best XC or All Mtn shoes on the market. They will last you many years and you will not regret buying them.
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Submitted by
Jay
a Cross Country Rider
from Vancouver Date Reviewed: May 22, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Ape Canyon
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$165.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
Super comfy. Easy to put on and off. Like wearing rabbit slippers at home. I like the fit too.
Weaknesses:
Not all that stiff. Buckles seems like the lycra is eventually going to wear out. Buckle is a touch touchy. A great rail shoe.
Similar Products Used:
Many shoes
Bike Setup:
Spot
Bottom Line:
Excellent but expensive shoe. Worth the money as they are holding up pretty well. Nice shoes and worth the money.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Racer
from Ithaca, NY Date Reviewed: May 13, 2006
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$125.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Light, stiff sole, comfy, durable, Easily adjustable while riding
Weaknesses:
Plastic sole dosn't grip well on rock
Similar Products Used:
Lots- Shimano, Specialized, many more
Bike Setup:
Egg beater pedals. That's all that's relivant.
Bottom Line:
The most comfortable shoe I've ever tried on. My old Simanos were killing my feet, so I gave these a try. All better. The Lorica holds up really well, and dosn't scuff much. My only complaint is the sole- just not grippy enough sometimes, but they're so nice I'm giving them five chilis anyway. I'd give them 5 chilis for value at my shop employee pricing, but at $175, what my shop charges for them, they get a 4.
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Submitted by
mark
a Cross Country Rider
from mishawaka, In. Date Reviewed: May 6, 2006
Favorite Trail:
FORT CUSTER
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
E-BAY
Strengths:
GREAT FIT VERY COMFORTABLE
Weaknesses:
NONE YET
Similar Products Used:
SHIMANO,SPECIALIZED
Bottom Line:
THESE SEEM LIKE THEY WILL BE GREAT SHOES,I WAS LUCKY TO FIND THESE ON E-BAY THEY WERE ONLY WORN 1OR 2 TIMES SO I GOT A GREAT DEAL.THEY ARE DEFINETLY VERY HIGH QUALITY,WELL MADE.I WOULD HATE TO PAY FULL PRICE FOR THEM, AROUND 230.00,BUT NOW THAT I HAVE THEM,IJUST MIGHT PAY FULLPRICE IF THESE WEAR OUT.
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LED BIKE LIGHT SHOOTOUT 3 - We test all the newest products and latest light and battery technology in this comprehensive guide»
$ 230.00
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