"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Crossmax SL II shoes are an ideal balance of stiffness, protection, and comfort for aggressive XC and trail riders. The BOA® L6 dial gives me a precise fit, while the composite carbon sole ensures that my...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like these for mixed-terrain rides where I’m on and off the bike a lot. The outsole has great traction for hike-a-bike sections, and the fit stays comfortable even on long days in the saddle.""We lace up the...
With both personal and industry-popular improvements, the Ibis Ripmo is back to reclaim its spot as one of the best all-around mid-travel bikes. Now sporting 150mm of DW-Link suspension and a slacker head tube angle, the new Ripmo is a more capable bike...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Fox Racing Union BOA is the trail shoe I recommend when someone wants genuine performance without giving up walkability. The dual BOA Li2 system dials in fit across two zones independently so the shoe stays...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This shoe hits the sweet spot for trail riding—stiff enough to power up climbs, but walkable when the hike-a-bike hits. The fit is snug, the BOA is quick, and they’ve held up to serious use.""For big trail...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Crossmax SL II shoes are an ideal balance of stiffness, protection, and comfort for aggressive XC and trail riders. The BOA® L6 dial gives me a precise fit, while the composite carbon sole ensures that my...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Fox Racing Union BOA is the trail shoe I recommend when someone wants genuine performance without giving up walkability. The dual BOA Li2 system dials in fit across two zones independently so the shoe stays...
Whether we are racing or just putting in the miles on the weekend, the Specialized Recon 3. 0 Mountain Bike Shoes are some of our favorites due to their premium construction. The XPEL mesh upper and TPU coating ensure a durable and breathable shoe that...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve never felt more planted coming into a chunky rock garden than I do in the GE900HS. The BOA fit system keeps my foot totally locked in, and the stiffened midsole gives just enough platform for efficient...
Wet and cold weather can no longer stop us from riding, thanks to the Shimano MW502 Mountain Bike Shoes. Featuring a waterproof exterior and a fleece-lined interior, the MW502 Mountain Bike Shoes are ready for sloppy winter conditions. The DRYSHIELD...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've ridden these through a full season of rocky singletrack, and the BOA dial lets me micro-adjust fit without ever stopping to bend down. The toe cap has taken a few direct rock strikes that would've ended a...
Whether we are just cruising the connector trails or seeking out aggressive lines, the Ibis Ripley has long been one of our favorite trail bikes. This year, it received an array of updates to take its capability, as well as its sizing and fitment, to...
When we are looking to upgrade our performance on the bike, having a quality set of mountain bike shoes goes a long way. The Giro Empire SRC Mountain Bike Shoe is one of our favorite mountain bike clipless shoes due to its lightweight design, ergonomic...
Wet and cold weather can no longer stop us from riding, thanks to the Shimano MW502 Mountain Bike Shoes. Featuring a waterproof exterior and a fleece-lined interior, the MW502 Mountain Bike Shoes are ready for sloppy winter conditions. The DRYSHIELD...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like the Dominator X for mixed-terrain rides where comfort matters as much as efficiency. The sole is stiff enough to feel responsive but forgiving when things get rough, and the dual dials make it easy to fine-tune...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Fox Racing Union BOA is the trail shoe I recommend when someone wants genuine performance without giving up walkability. The dual BOA Li2 system dials in fit across two zones independently so the shoe stays...
When we are looking to upgrade our performance on the bike, having a quality set of mountain bike shoes goes a long way. The Giro Empire SRC Mountain Bike Shoe is one of our favorite mountain bike clipless shoes due to its lightweight design, ergonomic...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like the Dominator X for mixed-terrain rides where comfort matters as much as efficiency. The sole is stiff enough to feel responsive but forgiving when things get rough, and the dual dials make it easy to fine-tune...
"The Yeti ASR T3 X0 AXS Transmission puts TURQ carbon and wireless X0 Eagle shifting on a platform built for the way XC racing looks now. The 66. 5-degree head tube angle and size-specific chainstays give the bike stability at speed and composure through...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've ridden these through a full season of rocky singletrack, and the BOA dial lets me micro-adjust fit without ever stopping to bend down. The toe cap has taken a few direct rock strikes that would've ended a...
With the RX6 Mountain Bike Shoes, gain the extra confidence needed to hit that new technical trail you've been eyeing up. A lightweight, gravel-inspired outsole constructed with reinforced carbon and TPU lugs provides you with high-performing pedal performance...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Gritter on a mixed-surface ride with everything from buffed singletrack to chunky gravel roads, and they felt dialed. The fit is comfortable but secure, and the outsole grips well when I’m off the...
Gravel grinders and cross-country racers alike are stoked about Shimano's new winter-ready shoe. The Shimano MW702 Mountain Bike Shoe features a durable and abrasion-resistant upper that is finished off with a water-resistant hook-and-loop covering, an...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I recommend this for riders who want solid XC performance without a race-level price tag. The Synchwire upper feels supportive and well-ventilated, and the hook-and-loop straps are simple and reliable. The outsole...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I like the Cadet XC for riders who want race-inspired performance without going full carbon. The BOA L6 dial makes micro-adjustments quick and easy on the fly, and the injected nylon-and-fiberglass plate feels...