"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:""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...
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...
"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 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...
"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:""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...
When the trails are calling we slip on the SHREDLY Mountain Bike Glove and start pedaling. These lightweight gloves slip right on so that the lightweight mesh can pull moisture off of our hands and keep us comfortable on even the hottest days.
"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...
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: ""I’ve been riding the Ripley V5 XT build for a while, and it nails that perfect trail feel—quick to accelerate, easy to throw around, and still composed when the terrain gets chunky. The DW-Link keeps it surprisingly...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been running the Traction Pants on everything from park laps to rocky enduro trails, and they’ve become my go-to. The stretch fabric moves with me instead of against me, and the vents keep me from overheating...
When the trails are calling we slip on the SHREDLY Mountain Bike Glove and start pedaling. These lightweight gloves slip right on so that the lightweight mesh can pull moisture off of our hands and keep us comfortable on even the hottest days.
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been using the ProFlat 3. 0 on rough local trails, and the pedal feel has been excellent. The RideGrip Pro rubber really locks onto pins, and the ankle collar adds support without feeling restrictive. 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:""I’ve worn these shoes on frigid, sloppy days when most riders would have stayed home, and they’ve kept my feet dry and warm without feeling bulky. The GORE-TEX upper works like a charm in the wet, and the...
"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...
"This LT ships in mixed-wheel configuration, a flip chip swaps it to dual 29-inch when a rider wants that instead, a second chip drops in another half-degree of slack, and the modular dropout adds up to 10 millimeters of rear-center per size. Underneath...
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 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:""I’ve worn these shoes on frigid, sloppy days when most riders would have stayed home, and they’ve kept my feet dry and warm without feeling bulky. The GORE-TEX upper works like a charm in the wet, and the...