"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’ve been using the ProClip 5. 0 on long enduro days, and the stiffness-to-comfort ratio feels dialed. The Dyneema upper keeps the shoe surprisingly light, and the MOZ dial lets me fine-tune the fit mid-ride....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden these on long XC days and marathon events, and they strike a perfect balance between stiffness and comfort. The dual BOA® L6 dials make micro-adjustments easy mid-ride, and the carbon composite...
"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...
The 2FO Method Mountain Bike Shoe from Specialized balances confident pedal grip with understated, casual style. The ultra-sticky SlipNot rubber sole keeps us connected and in control through rowdy rock gardens and big-time descents, while the canvas...
"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...
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...
"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...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Ripmo Deore is my go-to when I want to ride absolutely everything—tech climbs, flowy descents, steep drops. The DW-Link suspension keeps it composed on the ups, and the long-travel fork plus coil-compatible...
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:""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:""I like the Aeron for XC rides where efficiency and stability really matter. The carbon sole feels incredibly responsive, and the Firmor X support keeps my foot locked in when I’m pushing hard. The ripstop upper...
"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...
Ibis's singletrack shredder is back with more capability and redesigned features throughout to take trail riding to the next level. The Ripley gets a 10mm bump in travel and now features 130mm of DW-Link suspension for more capability and confidence all...
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...
The Specialized Recon 1. 0 Mountain Bike Shoe is a lightweight performance cycling shoe with a dirt-focused design and off-bike capability. The durable synthetic upper stands up to repeated abuse from rocks and bushes, and the triple hook-and-loop strap...
"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:""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...
"What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:""The DV9 is a do-it-all hardtail that balances affordability, performance, and versatility. Its lightweight carbon frame is nimble and fast, the Fox 34 fork absorbs bumps with ease, and the Shimano Deore drivetrain...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve ridden the Ripmo AF SRAM 90 on everything from loose alpine descents to rocky desert tech, and it just eats it all up. The DW-Link keeps traction dialed on the climbs, and the RockShox Lyrik paired with...
"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...
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 recommend the Scale 925 to riders who want a fast, no-nonsense hardtail that still feels capable on modern XC trails. It climbs efficiently, accelerates quickly, and the SID SL fork keeps the front end composed...
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’ve ridden a lot of do-it-all trail bikes, and the Ripmo is still one of the most balanced setups I’ve spent time on. It pedals efficiently enough for long days while staying calm and composed when the trail...