Mountain bike shoes are a very important part of biking. Tracking on a mountain can be a fun and challenging experience with slope and steep trails, with big rocks and trees in your way and Sticky mud grabbing your wheels and feet. It is an enjoyable struggle but it can be much more fun when your feet are protected and can support a good performance.
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When you are riding hard, all your body weight and muscle Strength goes down and concentrates in your feet and to the bike pedals, so your feet has to have a good grip on the pedals but remain flexible at the same time. You need a pair of shoes you can trust and that is the reason why you always need to pass over the check list below.
Mountain bike shoes quality test
• Light weight – the shoes must be as light as it gets to make it easier for you to ride, run and walk up and down the trails.
• Easy to clean and Dry fast – your shoes will get dirty and covered with mud and they will be soaked with water from ponds and rain so it is really important the materials will be water resistant and dry fast. That way it will be easier to clean and it will last longer.
• Strong and smart cleats –that is crutial for a good grip in muddi areas and anti mud sticking to your shoes. It will help you go faster on a muddi up hill trail and will protect your feet.
• Good midsole – it is importent to look for good materials that will keep your feet comfortable, airy and flixable.
• Padded tongue – look for a comfy tongue wich has a loop that ties it to the middle strap to keep it from slipping to one side.
• Strong Velcro straps and ErgoLite ratcheting strap are importent to keep your shoes on on a rough terain.
• The uppers’ material must provide good protection against rocks and bare tree roots.
• Fits like a glove - some shoes like the Shimano bike shoes have a flexible structure that can be hitted and molded to your feet.
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I hope this list will help you choose your next mountain bike shoes and I will be happy to read your comments and suggestions.
