EDITORIAL REVIEW

Talk about taking chances. I got these shoes the week before we all headed to Greenville, South Carolina, for our annual editors’ choice trip. Four solid days of riding on unfamiliar roads, nine different women’s bikes, and one brand-new pair of shoes that had about five minutes of wear on them—in my office, walking in circles. 

The first thing I loved about these shoes was the BOA L4 closure system. Push the dial in and twist until you reach your desired snugness; pull up on it to release tension. So easy. As for comfort, this shoe provided it all around—from the support at my arches to the secure fit in my heels to the wiggle room at the front. No hot spots or rubbing. No slippage. The synthetic leather and mesh upper wrapped around my foot like a breathable second skin. The minimal padding on the tongue and heel was just the right amount. 

The carbon composite outsoles provided excellent stiffness and ventilation, and the Coolmax Ergo Air Cool Stuff insoles kept my feet from overheating. The 7mm-adjustable (front and back) cleat holes are compatible with SPD-SL, SPD, Time, Look, and Speedplay cleats. 

The shoe comes only in black with subtle pink highlights, which works for me because I prefer black over white cycling shoes.—Jen Sherry