Northwave Flagship Gore-Tex Winter BootsOustanding warmth meets incredible weather protection, the Northwave Flagship Gore-Tex Winter Boots lead the way in off-road riding comfort when the harshest of winter weather strikes. Together, Northwave and Gore-Tex® have, over the past 15 years, worked closely to give you the very best in footwear that keeps you cycling through the toughest of weather. And the Flagship Gore-Tex Winter Boots builds on this partnership to create an incredibly warm, snug and efficient boot for performance off-road riders - be it cyclocross racing, XC mountain biking or simple speedy trail shredding. Gore-Tex® Duratherm KelvinWhen it comes to keeping out the cold and keeping your feet snug, Northwave turns to Gore-Tex® Duratherm Kelvin. This lining makes use of hollow-core fibres to really lock in heat and keep out the bite of plunging temperatures. Low on bulk but high on warmth, it's rated for comfort down to -15 degrees Celcius. The boots are also windproof and waterproof, keeping out the very worst of the winter weather. The Flagship boots also boast Northwave's flexible Easyfit Climaflex collar. This makes use of a Gore-Tex Rattler® membrane, providing a reliable seal against water and mud ingress. Its flexibility also lets you pedal smoothly and efficiently without feeling restricted. Meanwhile, inside the shoes, the Arctic 4layer insole adds another layer of insulation from the cold - the four-layer aluminium and fleece construction works with the Gore-Tex membrane to deliver outstanding warmth even when you're cycling in temperatures below freezing.Hyperlight XC Full Carbon SoleBringing an unrivalled response to your pedal inputs, the Hyperlight XC Full Carbon Sole turbo-charges your winter XC mountain biking. Rated 14 out of 15 on Northwave's stiffness scale, this sole unit wastes little energy as you put the power down out of berms and as you attack technical climbs. The grip is kept minimal but functional, maintaining a low overall weight. For muddy cyclocross races and slippery trails, front studs can also be added for extra traction. XFrame® x Twin Dial SLW2 closure systemWhen it comes to long-ride comfort there's little that matches the snug-fitting XFrame® upper. This innovative design holds the foot firmly in place but does so without creating pressure points.Continuing the snug and comfortable theme, the SLW2 closure system allows you to dial in the fit just how you like it. With two micro-adjust dials, you have precise control of the fit and feel of your shoes with independent adjustment to the upper and lower. And at the end of your ride, a single button release makes it easy to kick off your shoes. Quick. Simple, Durable. Precise. Cleat GuidanceThese MTB shoes are compatible with MTB pedal systems, which use cleats with SPD standard (2-bolt standard), e.g.: Shimano SPD, Time ATAC, CrankBrothers, CrankBrothers Race, Look MTB, Xtreme MTB, Wellgo MTB, Ritchey MTB. Features:Koala Gore-Tex® Duratherm Kelvin lining - best thermal insulationRated to -15 degrees CHyperlight XC full carbon sole (14/15 Stiffness Index)Overlap construction of upper360 Degree protectionSLW2 twin dial closure systemEasyfit Climaflex collar with Gore-Tex® Rattler® membraneArctic 4Layer insulating insoleTone-on-tone logo and graphics2-bolt cleat compatible (cleats not supplied)Buy Northwave Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Motivated to Ride Whatever the Weather Riding in the freezing cold, wet conditions of winter is difficult and takes both motivation and the right kit. And when it comes to your feet you can fuss around with your normal road shoe and overshoes kit combo and still get cold feet or, instead, enjoy the sleek weather protection of the Extreme R GTX winter boots. Thanks to the Gore-Tex® Duratherm Kelvin membrane, featuring insulating hollow-core fibres, these are shoes that provide you with warmth, rated down to -15 degrees Celcius by Northwave, total wind protection and reliable waterproof performance. Comfort is superb as the weather turns cold, wet and nasty. At the ankle, the flexible Easyfit Climaflex collar allows easy pedalling but with its Gore-Tex Rattler® membrane also prevents water from getting in. Inside the shoes, the Arctic 4layer insole adds another layer of insulation from the cold - the four-layer aluminium and fleece construction works with the Gore-Tex membrane to deliver outstanding warmth even when you're cycling in temperatures below freezing. Efficient Winter Pedalling It's not just about weather protection though. Pedalling performance isn't overlooked either. Just like the summer version of this shoe, the Extreme R GTX winter shoes get the stiff and efficient Morph Carbon 12 AAS sole unit. A full-carbon insert at the pedal area imparts outstanding support for a stable pedalling platform while the stiffness rating of 12 out of 15 guarantees direct and positive power transfer, just what you need when building winter miles. XFrame ® Excellence When it comes to long-ride comfort there's little that matches the snug-fitting XFrame® upper. This innovative design holds the foot firmly in place but does so without creating pressure points. The system is closed via Northwave's own SLW2 ratchet system, allowing precise customisation of the fit, even on the move, as well as an easy release at the end of a tough winter ride. Cleat Guidance These Road Shoes are compatible with road bike pedal systems that use cleats with 3-bolt standards, such as: Look Delta and Keo, Shimano SPD-SL, Speedplay Light Action, Zero, X-Series (via 3-hole adapter plate), Campagnolo Pro-Fit, Mavic Zxellium, Time Iclic/Xpresso and Time Impact.