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jabbahop
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: April 16, 2012
Strengths: Comfort, ease of adjustment, comfort, power, very lightWeaknesses: snug to put on, priceBottom Line: I have a wide foot and so have always used the Sidi mega shoes which I really liked. I finally was convinced to try the S-works shoes and I am blown away after using them for my first race. I was a leery using brand new shoes on a tough race like the Tour of Battenkill but they felt good on the warmup so I gave it a shot. 62 miles of tough climbs and brutal dirt roads and I had zero issues with my feet or shoes.
The one thing that stands out vs my Sidis was how efficient they seem to generate power. Not sure what it is but they just seem quicker on the peddles. They aren't cheap but man are they great shoes!
Similar Products Used: Sidi 5.5
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Matt
a Date Reviewed: February 29, 2012
Strengths: Feel good out of the box. Hole in the bottom allows water to drain. After I snapped them I bought some Bont Vaypor shoes. Much better shoes.Weaknesses: Hot spots develop on very long rides, not as stiff as a Bont. Also more expensive and less comfortable. The white is hard to keep white and they look old very quickly.Bottom Line: Had mine for about 4 months and snapped the carbon in the sole (there was no impact). Absolutely zero service from Specialized, won't replace the shoes, won't return my calls or emails.
Apparently they use the same carbon in their top end bikes. Wouldn't touch them unless I was sponsored by them.
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LEOPARD M2
a Date Reviewed: February 21, 2012
Strengths: well ventillated, light, easy to adjust, great heel cup, stiff as one would ever needWeaknesses: cannot repair a scuff so be carefulBottom Line: Started riding Sidis back in the late 70's and they felt like riding in bare feet,,, but when I slipped on these new S-Works they felt much better than bare feet on the floor do ! Complete instructions about how to maintain the pulley system came inside the box and are very EASY to understand. I was told by the seller to keep the lower adjustment very loose and work more on securing the upper wheel and cable for a firm fit. The heel cup is really-really good as it does wrap around and up my heel for complete support.
Guess one just needs to buy the proper shoe for the actual foot shape rather than for price and looks. Common sense really. Saw lots of them on riders in the Pro peleton last year too.
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Chainstay
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: October 16, 2011
Strengths: Light, stiff, good looking, good foot bedWeaknesses: Boa lacing system is high maintenance. Continuously jambs and apparently needs to be replaced after 7500 miles or so. Buying the right insole tacks another $75 onto the costBottom Line: I am very frustrated. The Boa system keeps jamming and there are no maintenance instructions provided and none I can find on the Spec website. I don't think high end components should mean high maintenance. I am also not thrilled with the fit as it fits the front of my foot well but it's sloppy in the heal.
Favorite Ride: Creemore, Ontario
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$375.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: Previous used Specialized and Sidi shoes with ratchets. Ratchets are very low maintenance,unlike Boa
Bike Setup: Merlin ExtraLight with Dura Ace 7900
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Pedlinround
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: September 30, 2011
Strengths: Boa system, weight, stiff s-works sole, ventilation, body geometry.Weaknesses: White "color", outer toe area surface abraids easily. I don't expect these shoes to be as durable as my Sidi'sBottom Line: I've been using Sidi's for mt and road biking for almost 30 years. I went with Specialized because I want to try the boa system and was having over heating problems due to the extreme temps where I ride. The double boa system did eliminate the hot issue for me. I love the boa system, great even fit! Ventilation is great for hot temps as well. When I first tried on the shoes I was concerned about the large toe box but the boa system keeps my foot snug so it hasn't been an issue. And although the heal cup fits me well the top of cup is quite flexible and I am concerned how it will ware over time. I have some toe over and even though I've only touched my front wheel a few times while doing track stands the a quarter inch spot of the white exterior has totally rubbed off down to the black inner layer. (I've only put around 500 miles on the shoes.) Fortunately the grey toe band down the center is the same color as duct tape so I will still be able to be fashionable!
Specialize should come up with a way to make the out toe more durable as many women have the toe-over issue.
Favorite Ride: Climbing
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At: Absolute Bikes
Similar Products Used: Sidi, Shimano, Specialized, Diadora, Look
Bike Setup: 2011 BH RC1, Sram Red mix, FSA SLK cranks, and K-Force wing carbon bars and stem, Reynolds Solitude.
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