Road Cycling Shoes

How to Choose the Best Road Bike Shoes

Whether you’re after clipless or flat pedal road bike shoes, you need to look out for the following features (all of which will be found in top-rated road bike shoes):

• A stiff sole (carbon or plastic) to help maximise efficient power transfer through the pedals.
• Lightweight materials, so your feet don’t have to work out harder than necessary.
• An efficient opening and closing system such as velcro straps or a rotor dial for maximum adaptability.
• Breathable materials or mesh panelling.
• A three-hole cleat system for maximum stability (but note that this system protrudes from the sole, making for an awkward-looking walk. Not that you should do much walking in them!).

Do All Road Cycle Bike Shoes Come with Cleats?

No, road bike cycling shoes do not come with cleats. You will need to purchase bike shoe cleats in addition to your shoes. Remember that a two-hole system is less stable but integrated into the sole, whereas a three-hole system increases stability but protrudes from the sole.