The 11 Best Bike Footwear for Man

Giro Terraduro Mid Cycling Shoe – Men’s

Giro treated its Terraduro shoe to a serious upgrade this year, unveiling the all-new Terraduro Mid Shoe as its first ever lace option for the off-road set. With a nearly custom fit delivered by the lace-up closure, the Terraduro is rugged enough for rowdy all-mountain and enduro days, without an ounce of extra bulk. From the beginning of the season to the last weeks, the Terraduro will help you squeeze all the ride days out of the summer and fall that you can.

When constructing the Terraduro’s uppers, Giro trusted its Evofiber microfiber to establish a flexible fit that would adapt to a variety of foot shapes. Ample perforations ensure heat doesn’t get trapped when you’re working hard on a misty, humid day, and a water-resistant lace cover protects your laces from tree branches and rocks while sealing out rain. Giro went all-in with water-resistance on the Terraduro; it added a shield to the cleat area to stop water from soaking through the bottom of the shoe, and a water-resistant Ariaprene ankle cover to block out loose gravel, scree, and rain. The lugged Vibram sole comes prepared to charge through tough hike-only sections of trail, while the XC-inspired nylon sole maintains reliable power transfer through uphill grinds and well-deserved descents.

Scott Road Team BOA Cycling Shoe – Men’s

Whether you’re completing your first century ride or crossing the finish line of a local grand fondo event, the Scott Men’s Road Team Boa Shoe provides an ideal blend of foot-wrapping comfort, a lightweight feel, and efficient power transfer for pushing your limits to the next level. It’s designed with a supple microfiber upper with 3D air mesh for added ventilation where you need it most, such as the toe box.

Scott employs a single Boa IP-1 dial that precisely controls the upper, so it can wrap your foot like a glove with micro-adjustments. This single Boa dial is complemented with a lower hook-and-loops strap, which secures over your forefoot to keep it secure under power. Not only is this upper incredibly fast and convenient to secure tightly, but it allows you a greater degree of adjustability than you’d find with a comparable shoe using only straps and buckles.

Looking underfoot, you’ll find a co-injected sole of nylon and fiberglass, which is medium-stiff with a power transfer rating of 8 of 10 on Scott’s scale. Since it’s not as unrelentingly stiff as Scott’s full carbon offerings, it provides a bit more comfort on longer rides for those who aren’t obsessed with competitively racing scenarios where every last second is crucial. However, it’s still plenty stiff for conserving energy when you’re finishing up the last leg of a grueling century or trying fondo event.

Giro Trans Boa HV+ Cycling Shoe – Men’s

At the intersection of super clean styling and the latest technology and materials comes the Men’s Trans Boa HV+ Shoe from Giro, specifically sized for those with wider, high volume feet. The Trans Boa provides plenty of comfort while dishing out watts over the hours and coming in at a very respectable price. These sleek shoes are plenty light and stiff for race weekends and will still treat your feet to comfort on long solo efforts.

When the mercury rises, you’ll quickly appreciate the perforated, breathable microfiber upper with mesh inserts that easily let air enter the shoe and heat to exit, keeping your feet cooler and drier. Closures consist of an offset, low-profile hook-and-loop strap with D-ring and a Boa L6 dial, offering 1mm adjustments with a macro release, for fast, intuitive adjustments on the go as well as allowing the shoe to comfortably conform to your foot without any tight spots. Giro includes its much-lauded molded EVA footbed with medium arch support helping to stabilize your feet over the long miles. Giro’s SuperNatural Fit Kit is available separately if you need to customize the fit a little further.

Sole duties are handled by the sturdy Easton EC70 carbon composite outsole with plenty of stiffness for sprinting for a prime at your local crit or during out of the saddle, big ring climbing efforts. Finally, steel hardware and replaceable heel pads increase the long-term durability so you’ll enjoy many seasons with these shoes. Enjoy clipping in and riding in comfort and style with the Trans Boa HV+ shoes.

Lake MX237 Wide Cycling Shoe – Men’s

Alleviating the torturous routine of squeezing your wider feet into standard cycling shoes, the Lake Men’s MX237 Mountain Bike Shoe accommodates bigger feet on the trail with their widened shape. Bumping out the width of the shoe by as much as 15mm, the MX237 alleviates the tingly sensation and pressure points caused by wearing overly tight shoes. The MX237 carries many of Lake’s best technologies for unrelenting speed and foot-conforming comfort when you’re slaloming down twisty singletrack and dissecting punishing lines on the trail.

Smooth and supple, the full grain leather upper conforms to your feet over time, much like your favorite slippers. Perforated holes exhaust heat as your ride in warmer conditions. Another stand-out feature is the dual Boa closure, which independently tightens the forefoot and heel to alleviate heel lift without cramping your toes.

Elevating you atop the podium of your local race series, the Competition last and Race carbon fiber sole transfer every watt of available power into forward momentum. By directing power output through the ball of your foot to the pedals, the MX237 creates a highly efficient platform that minimizes wasted energy during racing and training. And for instances where hike-a-bike is necessary, molded rubber lugs deliver aggressive traction across slick rocks, roots, and muddy trails.

Pearl Izumi X-ALP Summit Cycling Shoe – Men’s

We tend to think that a ride isn’t considered epic unless there isn’t a little scrambling off the bike and a good hike-a-bike or two added to the mix. The Pearl Izumi X-ALP Summit Mountain Bike Shoe is a technical one designed to deliver superior comfort and durability for aggressive all-day comfort and all-mountain riding. Its rugged construction lends maximum durability when deep in the wooded backcountry or exposed desert slickrock. The X-ALP Summit uses a seamless upper that cradles the foot preventing any seams or hotspots that could lead to irritation. The closures consist of two lower hook-and-loop straps and a 1:1 Anatomic Buckle Closure System further up to dial in fit while removing pressure from your instep.

Inside the shoe, a supportive footbed cushions what your suspension doesn’t soak up, and the lightweight EVA midsole makes walking while off the feel like you’re wearing non-cycling sneakers. The shoes don’t forget pedaling efficiency though, and the nylon composite shank allows efficient power transfer to the pedals helping you up and over steep pitches without hammering your feet on long descents riddled with rock gardens. On the sole, Vibram Megagrip lugs provide outstanding traction giving you exceptional grip on loose trails or if you’re dabbling in some ‘cross. The shoes are 2-bolt MTB cleat compatible with a released cleat mounting area allowing plenty of space to clip in while tucking in the cleat far enough to prevent interference with grip or tap dancing on hard surfaces.

Scott Road RC SL Cycling Shoe – Men’s

Tipping the scales at a paltry 245 grams (for a size 8.5), the Scott Men’s Road RC SL Shoe satisfies the most discerning of cyclists with its minimalist design philosophy, plus the incredible power transfer of an HMX Carbon sole. Occupying top status in Scott’s hierarchy of cycling footwear, the Road RC SL Shoe caters to professional racers and competitive cyclists seeking the best in comfort and a seamless fit, all while shaving every last gram in the name of go-fast efficiency.

The RC SL Shoe places emphasis on a glove-like fit with dual Boa IP-1 dials wrapping the upper precisely around your foot without pressure points plaguing you throughout your riding efforts. The upper is comprised of Carbitex fabric, which uses a woven carbon structure to increase its overall stiffness and support, but without adding much in weight. And seeing that Carbitex isn’t breathable, Scott places airy mesh panels in strategic locations to prevent overheating.

Continuing its carbon-stacked construction, the RC SL Shoe places an HMX carbon sole underfoot for unrelenting power transfer and lightweight efficiency. Unlike much of the competition’s offerings, this carbon sole features a Corecell foam core that reduces weight from the carbon itself. This foam core sole proves just how far Scott has gone to shave weight from this shoe, seeing a full carbon sole wasn’t light enough for their tastes.

Pearl Izumi Tri Fly P.R.O. V3 Shoe – Men’s

Blending a barely-there feel with unmatched performance and breathability, the incredibly lightweight Pearl Izumi Tri Fly P.R.O. V3 Shoes are designed for serious triathletes in competition where every gram matters. An advanced 3-Layer Seamless Composite Upper offers exceptional breathability and eliminates hot spots by conforming to the exact shape of your foot shape, while the 1:1 Anatomic Tri Closure also reduces blisters and takes pressure off your forefoot for a smooth fit.

The Integrated Carbon Power Plate is both featherlight and ultra-stiff for optimized power transfer, and the Unibody construction does away with the traditional lasting board design to give you maximized pedal efficiency through a super low stack height. Dual-density EVA comprises the insole substantial arch support where you need it, while the off-center heel loop makes for an easy on and off in critical transitions.

Louis Garneau Carbon LS-100 III Cycling Shoe – Men’s

The all-new Carbon LS-100 III Cycling Shoe from Louis Garneau continues with the brand’s trend of applying its much-lauded X-Comfort Zone technology that first appeared on its top-tier shoes and instilling it on more affordable shoes. In this instance, it’s the brand’s top-selling road cycling shoe. What makes X-Comfort Zone technology so special is it allows the foot to swell up to 5 mm while riding, eliminating hot spots and discomfort as well as allowing the shoe to accommodate for wider feet.

Cinching down the synthetic leather upper is a single Boa IP1-S two-way dial offering easy micro-adjustments on the fly with the twist of a knob for a custom fit and easy replacement if needed. Down below, a carbon composite outsole ensures every watt goes directly into your pedals. Even the insoles weren’t overlooked and the shoes come with COOLMAX insoles for cooler feet during the hot summer months while its Power Zone technology offers better arch support maximum efficiency.

Shimano SH-SD5 Cycling Shoe – Men’s

For casual rides around town where you still want pedaling efficiency, the Shimano SH-SD5 Cycling Shoes strike the perfect balance between breezy comfort and road-ready performance. Dual hook-and-loop straps secure an exact fit for open-air comfort, and the flat footbed ensures comfort over long-distance rides. The wide,s table rubber sole is just as comfortable riding as it is walking on just about any surface, while the synthetic leather upper’s moisture-control mesh layering prevents sweaty feet from ruining your day. And as part of Shimano’s Explorer series, the SH-SD5 utilizes a refined recessed SPD cleat, which works to transform comfortable walking shoes into an easy-to-use power transfer system.

Ride Concepts Wildcat Shoe – Men’s

The Ride Concepts Wildcat Shoe is a mid-height flat pedal brawler with a sticky rubber outsole. Blending tough-as-nails construction with a casual street style, these shoes easily transition from burly DH lines to post-ride beverages and hang outs. They have a similar design as the Livewire shoe, but with cranked up stability and ankle protection thanks to the taller cuff. They feature durable synthetic uppers with anti-abrasion mesh that withstands loose rocks and stray branches, as well as tacky DST 6.0 rubber tread that keeps your feet firmly in place on the pedals when you’re smashing rock gardens and navigating steep chutes.

As far as protection goes, The Wildcat Shoes have anti-abrasion toe guards, as well as a fully gusseted tongue that prevents the intake of dirt and debris. These are nice features, but we’re most excited about the D3O High Impact Zone Insole Technology. D3O is highly shock-absorbent padding that’s commonly used for knee pads and elbow guards. By incorporating D3O into the insole, the Wildcat significantly reduces the impacts sustained from harsh landings and big days in rough terrain.

Sidi Dragon 5 Cycling Shoe – Men’s

The Dragon 5 Mountain Bike Shoe falls in the upper middle range of Sidi’s mountain bike offerings, combining features of the World Cup worthy Drako 2 and the versatile Cape to round out their lineup of very well-made Italian cycling shoes. It’s the successor to the renowned Dragon 4, and gets updated with new uppers, a more breathable tongue, a new heel cup, and a revised Soft Instep Closure Strap. And while the Dragon 5’s SRS Carbon Composite Sole may not be quite as stiff as the full carbon sole found on the Drako 2’s, you’ll still reap the rewards of efficient power transfer to the pedals but with a little bit of extra flex that makes these shoes more comfortable when you have to dismount, and thus more suitable to adventurous mountain biking or cyclocross applications.

The Dragon 5 shoes are constructed using Sidi’s Techpro Microfiber uppers—an eco-friendly synthetic leather that’s incredibly durable, lightweight, water-resistant, and offers comfortable support for your foot. The uppers are also mated to a redesigned heel cup that improves heel retention while saving weight over the previous version, as well as a new tongue that’s more ventilated to improve the shoe’s breathability. The uppers come in new matte colorways, and feature a reinforced toe guard to protect against rock strikes.

Additional updates include the Soft Instep 4 Closure System, which uses a sleeker and lighter upper strap that’s adjustable side to side so you can center it across the highest part of your foot. The strap fastens down using Sidi’s Tecno-3 Push Dial, letting you make micro-adjustments in order to dial in the perfect tension for this critical area. An additional Tecno-3 dial below the strap allows further adjustments, and paired with the padded tongue provides exceptional comfort for the top of your foot. The toe box is adjustable as well using a High Security hook-and-loop strap.

Of all the technologies Sidi built into the Dragon 5 in order to help it withstand on-trail abuse, the Sole Replacement System (the SRS in SRS Carbon Composite sole) may be our favorite. SRS is simply the ability to replace the lugs and guard plates on the outsole, refreshing the shoe’s grip so they can continue to last season after season. The SRS system also accommodates two toe spikes for extra traction when conditions are especially slick.