Ready to conquer every ride, these superb road pedals feature a lighter spring tension that is optimised for beginner riders, so you can easily step in and out. Additionally, their larger entry target provides a simple engagement meaning you can easily clip in before a race and clip out at rest stops or traffic lights without any hassle. Perfect for both road bike racing and riding with your local club, these brilliant Shimano RS500 pedals use an extra-wide platform which makes transferring pedalling power highly effective. What's most impressive is their durable stainless-steel construction which reduces flex and wear, so you can enjoy superior torque for longer than ever. The Shimano PD RS500 SPD-SL pedals are a phenomenal choice of upgrade for performance-conscious riders who want to stay at the top of their game, ride after ride.
Made from lightweight synthetic leather and using a foot-wrapping smooth upper, the RC100 Road Shoes give an instantly comfortable fit devoid of hotspots and chafing. And thanks to the excellent breathability and ventilation holes, you'll enjoy fresh feet throughout your ride too. To get the fit just right every time, Shimano gives the RC100s three velcro straps. The straps minimise weight, reduces fuss and offers a reliable means of adjustment to get the fit just as you like it. The sole of the shoes is a light glass-fibre reinforced unit. This rates 6 out of 12 on the Shimano scale of stiffness, ensuring you get efficient power transfer to the pedals fort rapid progress but with enough flex to comfortably soak up the bumps and vibrations from the road. Lastly, extensive reflective details keep you more visible if your rides start early or stretch beyond sunset. 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.
Equipped with a double-sided design, these superb hybrid bike pedals let you ride with or without cleats to suit your riding preference. The flat side provides superb grip to the sole of your shoe, especially in wetter weather, while the cleat side gives a positive and reliable engagement with the included SM-SH56 cleats. Kitted out with a light-action binding, clipping in and out is made simple with the brilliantly adaptable Shimano EH500 SPD Pedals.
Easy to install, this superb component is compatible with road brake levers on bike's which have flat handlebars. What's most impressive is its bending curve shape delivers greater tyre clearance, so it can be used with a wide range of bikes. This is the ultimate choice of upgrade for riders who want a simple and dependable stopping solution on every adventure.
These Shimano road disc pads have cooling fins that help to dissipate heat for superior performance that doesn't fade over time. The alloy backing plates keep the weight low and the advanced compound ensures high-performance braking power in all riding conditions.
Coming complete with all you need to replace your bike's gear cables, the Shimano stainless steel shift cable boasts an outer casing that has a special construction process. This makes for an axially stiff outer casing that transmits shifting movements accurately and quickly. Also, the outer casing is lined with a polymer sheath and lubricated internally along its length with low-friction silicone, assisting with the smooth operation of the inner gear cables.
The close-ratio gearing of the Shimano HG50 9 speed cassette allows more efficient use of energy through finer cadence control. The sprockets are cut away to further reduce weight without reducing rigidity and the Nickel-plated finish offers hard wearing resistance to corrosion.
The Hyperglide (HG) sprockets on the Shimano HG500 cassette have a computer designed tooth configuration with contoured shift gates, resulting in a crisp smooth shift even under load. Plus, the sprockets are cut away and drilled to reduce weight without reducing rigidity and the nickel-plated finish offers hard wearing resistance to corrosion.
These Ultegra-level Dual Control levers provide a short stroke for effortless gear shifting and braking. Their internal mechanism is robust and performs with the same efficiency as Shimano's Dura-Ace STI levers. Ergonomic innovation is probably more critical to the higher standard of the new 10-speed S.T.I. levers than the added gearing. The narrower cradle-style perch welcomes the high-on-the-hood riding style and accommodates all sizes of hands. The shift internals borrows the robustness from Shimano's MTB technology which results in a smooth and effortless shift.
Coming complete with all the parts you need for a complete service, the Shimano road brake cable set will breathe new life into your road bike's brakes, so you can brake later in the corners and descend with extra confidence.
Premium Performance. Without a Premium Price. The mid-range price of the RC5 Road Shoes doesn't mean mid-range performance. Features from Shimano's premium competition shoes also abound. Beginning with the upper, this is of Shimano's Dynalast design. This provides you with a remarkable glove-like fit, hugging the foot for perfect comfort and optimal stability. This also leads to a more efficient pedal stroke and reduced fatigue over long distances. To customise the fit, you'll find micro-adjustable Boa® L6 is both quick and simple to use. Less fuss. More riding time. Made from a lightweight synthetic leather, and constructed in an integrated upper/lower design, the RC5s are lightweight and yet remarkably durable - ideal for the weekend racer and the demands of regular training sessions. Stiff. Light. Efficient. At the heart of the shoe is the lightweight carbon fibre reinforced nylon composite sole. Rated 8 out of 12 for stiffness, this gives the ruthless power transfer to drop rivals in a race while also having enough give for comfort during your long base-mileage training rides. The slimness of the sole also gives a low stack height, keeping your foot close to the pedals for a natural. smooth and powerful pedal stroke. Cleat Guidance These Cycling 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.
Designed to complement the top-of-the-range Shimano Dura-Ace brakes, the ultra-efficient Shimano SIL-TEC cable features a fantastic stainless steel construction that allows for amazing strength on every ride. Shimano has also given this superb inner brake wire a SIL-TEC technology coating, which delivers low-friction braking action and increased service life thanks to its anti-corrosion nature. Technologies: Sil-Tec: Shimano’s ultra-low friction surface treatment. Superior to simple coating, SIL-TEC is an advanced plating process that improves system performance through the use of embedded fluorine particles. SIL-TEC products run smoother and wear longer in all conditions.