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Infused with Shimano S-PHYRE DNA and ready for race day, these men's Shimano XC7 mountain bike shoes are XC competition-level to help you chase your most ambitious riding goals.
Imported.
View the Shimano XC Product LineView all Shimano Men's Mountain Bike ShoesBest Use | Mountain Biking |
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Upper | Synthetic leather/mesh |
Footbed | EVA |
Midsole | Carbon-fiber-reinforced nylon |
Outsole | ULTREAD rubber |
Cleat Design | 2-hole |
SPD Compatible | Yes |
Time Mountain Compatible | Yes |
Look Mountain Compatible | Yes |
Crankbrothers Compatible | Yes |
Footwear Closure | Dial Lace |
Traction Tread | Yes |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 6.6 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
38 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 EU | |
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U.S. Men's | 5-5.5 | 5.5-6 | 6.5-7 | 7-7.5 | 7.5-8 | 8 | 8-8.5 | 8.5-9 | 9 | 9-9.5 | 9.5-10 | 10-10.5 | 10.5 | 11 | 11-11.5 | 11.5 | 11.5-12 | 12-13 | 13 | 14 |
EU | 38 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 |
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Great fit for a wider foot. Feels stiff, yet not impossible to walk in. I did upgrade the insoles to accommodate for a higher arch. The standard insoles are cheap and thin. Hard to justify the price of the Sphyre given how well these fit.
Love those shoes. Rigid yet comfort enough I can spend my whole day in them when commuting.
I have the prev. generation XC7 that I use for trail riding and is nearly perfect for my needs. The new generation is more focused on XC so 1) the fit is tighter 2) exterior finish is shiny and more plasticky 3) rubber sole is no longer made by Michelin but new tread pattern is an improvement 4) carbon reinforced sole would be stiffer but less comfortable. I'm not a fan of the silver exterior graphics (which might appeal to an XC racer) so looking to switch brands.
Great shoes - light, comfortable, closure is secure and smooth.