New XC/Gravel Shoes

[la85]

Hey all,

Been running S works recon for a while now. Had a few pairs and I love the fit/feel/power delivery but I'm very sick of the constant squeaky noise with XTR pedals.

What shoes on the market compare with these? I've tried shimano Sphere but didn't like their fit.

Northwave XC look good?

Any other suggestions?

[eucalyptus]

Shimano RX800 (RX801)

Extremely light and affordable + good comfort and extremely stiff.

Really great shoes!

[la85]

Shimano RX800 (RX801)

Extremely light and affordable + good comfort and extremely stiff.

Really great shoes!

Thanks mate. These look good

[jfranci3]

Sqeeky nice? DId you dry changing the cleat? Lubing the pedal (grease, white lithium grease - drip wax might work too but grease is the way to go.)

[robbstark]

If you love the fit and performance of the S-Works Recon but are tired of the squeaking, the Northwave XC shoes are a solid option to consider—they're known for their comfort and power transfer. You might also want to look into the Giro Empire VR90 or Bontrager XXX, both offering good fit and performance. my perfect hotel

[la85]

Does anyone know how Northwave fit in comparison to S works?

[Westosteron]

Northwave's are usually 'true-to-size', I rode the Extreme XC and the Extreme XCM plus the Celsius XC Arctic GTX (which imho is the best winter/foul weather shoe out there) and use the Revolution & Extreme GT on the road... all of them in 46, which is my Nike Sneaker Size. The S Works Recon, similar to all Sidi shoes, needed a 47 in order to fit properly...

[la85]

Northwave's are usually 'true-to-size', I rode the Extreme XC and the Extreme XCM plus the Celsius XC Arctic GTX (which imho is the best winter/foul weather shoe out there) and use the Revolution & Extreme GT on the road... all of them in 46, which is my Nike Sneaker Size. The S Works Recon, similar to all Sidi shoes, needed a 47 in order to fit properly...

Thanks mate!

[BernieMoves]

I agree on Northwave running true to size. Albeit a bit narrow, so if you have wide feet they recommend going up half(!) a size. That worked pretty well for me. The half sizes are not as easy to get as the regular ones. I bought mine at bike24.

[ComeKnowMeAsGC]

Anyone ever compared the Giro VR90 lace up vs Sector and has input? They appear quite similar despite the obvious differences (shell material + lace/boa).