"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been riding the Traction Shorts all season and they’ve quickly become a favorite. The fabric is light but surprisingly tough, and the vents keep me from overheating on long climbs. I also appreciate...
The Mavic Crossmax Boa Mountain Bike Shoe is stocked with performance and comfort features for cross-country riding. The synthetic leather upper is durable and breathable, and the memory foam insole cushions our feet for comfort on long rides. The fiberglass...
We turn to the Pearl Izumi Men's X-Alp Mesa Mountain Bike Shoe for everyday trail performance whether it's a quick, after-work ride or a weekend bikepacking adventure. Its moderate stiffness balances all-day pedaling support with comfortable walkability...
"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’ve put serious miles on this platform, and with the included Fox Factory Float rear shock it feels incredibly dialed right out of the box. The dw-link suspension stays efficient when I’m hammering climbs...
"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...
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:""These quickly became my go-to flat-pedal shoes for mixed terrain. The dual-compound sole grips well when the trail gets choppy, and the chevron lugs make hike-a-bike sections surprisingly secure. They’re breathable,...
The Expedition Mountain Bike Shoe is an ideal choice for all-day comfort whether we're headed out for a cross-country loop or a long gravel grinder. The perforated synthetic leather upper allows our feet to breathe throughout the entire ride while the...
"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 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 Pearl Izumi Expedition Pro is the shoe I recommend when someone needs one shoe that works across gravel, XC, and cyclocross without feeling like a compromise in any direction. The carbon fiber midsole gives...
"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 S-Works Recon is my go-to for race day and hard XC efforts. The carbon sole is insanely stiff, and the Dyneema upper fits like it’s molded to my foot. I love how dialed the BOA system feels, and it’s just...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The S-Works Recon is my go-to for race day and hard XC efforts. The carbon sole is insanely stiff, and the Dyneema upper fits like it’s molded to my foot. I love how dialed the BOA system feels, and it’s just...
From the bike park to the enduro course, we need a shoe that delivers uncompromising grip and all-day comfort. The seamless upper features a lace and powerstrap closure to give us a precise, personal fit and a molded toe cap to help defend our toes from...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I love how efficient this build feels on long climbs—it’s quick to accelerate and stays composed when the trail gets rough. The Eagle 90 Transmission shifts cleanly under load, and paired with the SID Ultimate...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Pearl Izumi Expedition Pro is the shoe I recommend when someone needs one shoe that works across gravel, XC, and cyclocross without feeling like a compromise in any direction. The carbon fiber midsole gives...
"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:""The SB120 C2 is the most accessible way into Yeti's Switch Infinity suspension platform without feeling like a compromise. The Fox Performance fork is well-tuned, the Eagle 90 drivetrain shifts reliably, and the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is the Timberjack I recommend to riders who want simplicity done right. The geometry feels confident without being overwhelming, the Deore drivetrain is reliable, and the 29er wheels roll fast while still...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've seen a lot of kids' bikes, and most of them fight the kid as much as the trail. The woom OFF AIR 5 is the rare one that gets out of the way and lets them actually ride.""woom builds bikes for one purpose:...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I like this shoe for everyday trail rides and longer adventure days. The Fastlace system is quick and secure, the sole grips flat pedals really well, and the overall feel is comfortable enough to stay in all...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The ASR T4 pairs Yeti's TURQ carbon race chassis with Shimano XTR Di2, and the result is one of the most composed XC bikes I've ridden. The electronic shifting is instant and effortless, and the SID Ultimate suspension...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve ridden previous versions of this shoe for years, and this update is the best yet. It pedals efficiently, feels secure on rough descents, and the cleat setback really helps with stability when things get...