I need to replace my mountain bike shoes in the very near future and will be doing an Xterra next year so I thought I would ask what everyone uses. Easy entry, easy to run in. I most likely will use these next year as well for a few cyclocross races. So any thoughts would be great.
Thanks.
I use Sidi’s, which are great mtn bike shoes, but not as good for quick transitions (buckle system is hard to do on the bike w/ one hand…). Don’t have any specific recommendations other than getting a shoe w/ JUST velcro straps - like the road Tri shoes, it could help you w/ quicker transitions.
Based on a couple hike-a-bike’s I’ve had to do in trng & racing, I think the Sidi’s would be fine for cyclo-cross too - stiff outsole but comfy upper. Maybe try an online cyclo-cross forum and search for some of that crowd’s favorites.
Specialised Experts are very popular because they have a three strap system (the one a the toe doesn’t need to be undo) unlike the Carbon Pro which has the ratchet strap that slows transitions down. Otherwise they are the same shoe.
Pearl Izumi Viper or Specialized S-Works, both have BOA lacing & carbon soles… so easy to put on & tighten. Both are nice & light too.