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Comparing Mountain Bike Flat Shoes for Men

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Price $69.90 at Amazon
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Pros Excellent pedal grip, comfortable, true all-mountain performanceGrippy, comfortable, lightweightTall ankle cuff with extra medial ankle padding, fantastic grip, good power transferGreat pedal grip, sturdy construction, protective features, comfortableGrippy soles, casual looks, reasonable price, versatility, lightweight
Cons On the expensive side of the spectrum, Stealth rubber wears more quicklyMore expensive than some, slim fittingHeavier weight, polarizing looks, not the most breathableHeavier weight, sizing runs a little smallSomewhat loose fit in the forefoot
Bottom Line The benchmark for flat pedal shoes, a true all-arounder that looks as good as it performsA light and comfortable shoe with excellent grip that can pedal for long days on the roughest trailsA shoe that blends tremendous grip with a bit of extended ankle coverage and protectionA comfortable, beefy shoe with loads of protection well suited to gravity ridingA versatile new flat pedal shoe with great grip and a casual style
Rating Categories Five Ten Freerider Pro Giro Latch Five Ten Freerider... Ride Concepts Power... Specialized 2FO Roo...
Grip (30%)
10.0
10.0
10.0
9.0
9.0
Fit and Comfort (25%)
9.0
8.0
9.0
10.0
8.0
Rigidity and Power Transfer (20%)
9.0
9.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
Breathability (10%)
7.0
7.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
Durability (10%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
8.0
Weight (5%)
8.0
10.0
7.0
4.0
9.0
Specs Five Ten Freerider Pro Giro Latch Five Ten Freerider... Ride Concepts Power... Specialized 2FO Roo...
Rubber Type Stealth S1 Tack Rubber Stealth S1 DST 4.0 MAX GRIP SlipNot ST
Tread Pattern Full Dot Gamma tread design Full Dot Full Hexagon Dot Full Hexagon Dot
Weight per Shoe (ounces) 14.11 (size 11) 12.5 (size 10) 16.57 (size 11) 16.97 (size 11) 12.96 (size 43.5)
Weight per Shoe (grams) 399 (size 11) 358 (size 10) 470 (size 11) 467 (size 11) 367 (size 43.5)
Closure Laces Laces Velcro straps Laces Laces
Lace Keeper Yes Yes N/A Yes Yes
Volume Medium Low-medium Medium Medium Medium
Upper Materials Synthetic Leather Microfiber with Rockprint reinforced toe Synthetic with Ortholite sockliner Welded microfiber Leather/textile
Midsole EVA Mute Foam 3D and HD polyethylene power plate Compression molded EVA Cushioned EVA
Insole AM/MT insole 3D molded Body Geometry