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Gaerne Carbon G. STL Road Shoes (Gold Rush) - Matt Silver - EU 40}, Matt Silver
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Gaerne Carbon G. STL Road Cycling Shoes (Gold Rush)Sitting at the peak of the Gaerne road shoe range, the Carbon G. STL Road Cycling Shoes (Gold Rush) combine a super-stiff carbon sole for instant acceleration with the ease of adjustment from low-profile BOA Li2 dials. Medal-winning performance for the most demanding of cyclists. For rapid progress on your road bike, you'll be hard-pressed to beat the Carbon G. STL Road Cycling Shoes, here in sleek Gold Rush finish. A snug and comfortable fit is achieved via a microfiber upper. This gives you a stable pedalling platform while laser-cut vents keep cool air circulating as you build up speed. An integrated anti-slip heel cup holds the foot firmly in place, won't deform when pressure is applied and the anti-tendonitis form allows for the best foot stability and controlPedalling performance is also enhanced via TSS technology. Standing for "Tarsal Support System", this maintains the ideal foot position within the shoe, allowing for greater comfort and an efficient pedal stroke. You also benefit from the EPS Transpirant insole. The anatomical shape offers support and comfort, while perforations are used to regulate temperature. BOA Dial BrillianceTo customise the fit and feel of the shoes, you'll enjoy the use of the proven Boa Li2 system. This system allows precise adjustment and a uniform fit across the foot while removing any pressure points. Twist. Adjust. Ride. And because the 'lacing' is so minimal, it allows for greater air circulation and hence greater comfort.  Boa Technology also guarantees the reels and the cables of the BOA closing system for the entire useful life of the product.Gaerne EPS Carbon 12.0 SoleMade from Carbon Fibre, the Gaerne EPS Carbon 12.0 Sole is both super-light and super-thin. And yet it rates 12 out of 12 on Gaerne's stiffness scale. This provides superb foot stability on the pedals and ensures all your hard-won watts are transferred to the pedals. The slim sole also keeps your foot closer to the pedal axle, delivering a more natural and efficient pedal stroke. Compared to the previous generation, this sole unit now has 9mm more cleat adjustment, letting you get your cleat position just right. Four-air vents guarantee excellent airflow to the foot and anti-slip inserts at the toe and an interchangeable pad in the rear makes it easier to walk when you're off the bike. Cleat GuidanceThese 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.Features:Laser-perforated microfibre upperAnatomical tongueBoa Li2 Twin-Dial adjustmentTarsal Support SystemEPS Lightweight transpirant insoleIntegrated anti-slip heel-cupGaerne EPS lightweight full carbon sole 12.0 - Rated 12/12 Stiffness3-bolt cleat compatible (Cleats not supplied)Weight: 293g (Size 43)Buy Gaerne Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Gaerne Carbon G.STL Road Shoes Cycling Shoes
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The premium road shoe in Gaerne's range, the Carbon G. STL Road Cycling Shoes, here in sleek Gold Rush edition, come to life in the lung-busting speed and intensity of road races and during the most challenging training sessions. The lightweight microfibre upper wraps your foot snugly to provides excellent support when pedalling. Laser-perforations allow your feet to breathe and they contribute to maintaining a stable micro-climate inside. The Anatomic Heel Cup 1.0 has evolved to improve foot support and the anti-slip treatment prevents heel lift when you're pedalling. The heel cup works alongside the Tarsal Support System 1.0. Standing for "Tarsal Support System", this maintains the ideal foot position within the shoe, allowing for an efficient pedal stroke and unmatched power transmission.  You also benefit from the EPS Comfort insole. The anatomical shape offers support and comfort, while perforations are used to regulate temperature. Gaerne EPS Carbon 12.0 Sole Made from Carbon Fibre, the Gaerne EPS Carbon 12.0 Sole is both super-light and super-thin. And yet it rates 12 out of 12 on Gaerne's stiffness scale. This provides superb foot stability on the bike and ensures all your hard-won watts are transferred to the pedals. The slim sole also keeps your foot closer to the pedal axle, delivering a more natural and efficient pedal stroke.  Compared to the previous generation, this sole unit now has 9mm more cleat adjustment, letting you get your cleat position just right. Four-air vents guarantee excellent airflow to the foot and anti-slip inserts at the toe and an interchangeable pad in the rear makes it easier to walk when you're off the bike.  BOA Dial Brilliance To customise the fit and feel of the shoes, you'll enjoy the use of the proven Boa Li2 system. This system allows precise adjustment and a uniform fit across the foot while removing any pressure points. Twist. Adjust. Ride. And because the 'lacing' is so minimal, it allows for greater air circulation and hence greater comfort.  Boa Technology also guarantees the reels and the cables of the BOA closing system for the entire useful life of the product. The BOA dials work with the InFit Closure System. This gives a total of eight fixing zones through which the Boa laces run. This ensures a smooth application of pressure, spread across your whole foot.  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.  

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 42}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 42.5}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 44.5}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 46.5}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Shimano MW702 XC Winter Boot Cycling Shoes
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There’s little worse than having cold and wet feet during a mountain bike ride. But with a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane, complete with Gore’s waterproof guarantee, the MW702 XC Winter Boots ensure your feet remain drier and warmer when venturing out into the wilds. Shimano also gives the boots a neoprene ankle closure, offering a flexible weatherproof seal just below your calf. The synthetic leather upper is also highly durable and features toe and heel reinforced zones to protect against the inevitable wear and tear of winter mountain biking. BOA® L6 Dial Closure In order to ensure a secure fit and all-weather cycling comfort, the 702s make use of a single BOA® L6 dial covered by a weatherproof wrap-over cover. Micro adjustment of the fit is made quick and easy via a turn of the dial. Whether tightening up for a harder effort or loosening to boost comfort as you wind down, you can get the fit just right to suit your needs. And at the end of a ride, simply pull up the dial for a quick release of the laces – simple even with colder hands. Cross Country Sole Whether on or off the bike, the XC sole unit performs brilliantly. When you’re pushing on the pedals, with a rating of 7 out of 12 for stiffness, it offers efficient power transfer. And should the terrain call for some time hike-a-biking then the ULTREAD™ compound provides a tenacious degree of grip over any terrain. Cleat Guidance These 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.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 41}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 40}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 43}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 46}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes - Black-Black - EU 43.5}, Black-Black
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Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road ShoesThe Fizik Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes deliver the same outstanding comfort and superb pedalling efficiency as the standard-fit shoes but with extra volume for those of you who need some extra space for wider feet. Sleek and stylish design meets high-performance features, making the Tempo Overcurve R4 Wide Fit Road Shoes perfect for the modern cyclist no matter what discipline of road riding you enjoy, from track to crit circuit to road race to epic all-day adventures. This wide-fit adds extra volume to the shoe, with more room offered at the forefoot around the ball of the foot and metatarsals.Overcurve ConstructionComfort and a secure foothold are provided by the way of Fizik's Overcurve construction - this uses a staggered collar to wrap around the ankle and traces the natural misalignment of the two bony protrusions in the lateral and medial malleoli. Offering riders an asymmetrical shape, the shoe curves over the foot to wrap it snugly and securely and guides all the way from the outside to the inner for one of the finest fits possible. To provide a quick and simple closure Fizik uses s the Boa® IP1-B dial system - just twist and go.R4 OutsoleThe carbon-injected nylon R4 Outsole achieves the perfect level of stiffness to balance the demands of pedalling efficiency while maintaining comfort over longer distances. Ventilation is also optimised with internal channelling maintaining a stable foot temperature and the cleat position allows for aggressive aero positions.Features:Outsole: R4 outsole - carbon injected nylon, stiffness index 7Overcurve: asymmetrical construction that ergonomically conforms to the foot's anatomyBoa® IP1-B dialPU laminated mesh upper: enhanced ventilation with support where needed3-bolt cleat compatibleWeight: 232g (size 42- 1/2 pair)Buy Fizik Footwear from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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