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decent technology, questionable finish By chris from missouri on 06/18/2008 Cons: Cheap nondurable graphic Best Uses: Climbing, Long-distance riding, Sprinting Describe Yourself: Competitive Cyclist Sizing: Feels full size too big Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: its basically a somewhat cheap upper tied to a relatively nice carbon sole. So, basically for those who are seeking a carbon soled shoe on the cheap. Its not a BAD shoe per se, but Northwave sizing is funky relative to euro standards... 9.5 is 42.5 in northwave, but 43.5 everywhere else.
Graphics are insanely cheap. Its like a very thin graphic that doesnt adhere to the leather very well. So, Ive ordered TWO of these shoes and sent them both back because there were graphics rubbed off the shoe and the BOX HAD NEVER BEEN OPENED. So... if looks aren't everything and you are looking for a basic shoe... then this may be for you. I would get an aftermarket insert or use orthotics because the footbed molding is almost nonexistent, and somewhat flat.
Nice technology, poor graphics By funknuggets from Kansas City Area on 06/16/2008 Pros: Carbon Sole, Durable Sole, Stiff sole Best Uses: Everyday riding, Long-distance riding, Sprinting Describe Yourself: Competitive Cyclist Sizing: Feels full size too big Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend Comments: Fair enough shoe, and decent technology... alas without a ratchet-type closure... as well as very cheap graphics that WILL RUB off regardless of how easy you are on the shoe. Ive ordered two pairs of these, both came OUT OF THE PACKAGE with graphics rubbed off, and one looked as though someone had tried to cover up the rubbed off graphics with some kind of white paint marker. So... basically its a very standard three strap upper slapped on a pretty nice carbon sole. No more no less. These things seem to run big in euro... so if you have 9.5 feet, you would typically get a 43.5 or so in euro... not with Northwaves. Go a full size down to 42.5.
By Georgie_D from Rhode Island on 06/12/2008 Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Sizing: Feels half size too small Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is a good shoe. It gives solid support. The closures take some getting used to but work well.
I would recommend this shoe.
Nice shoe but sizes too small By Ralph from Parma Heights, OH on 06/07/2008 Pros: Well put together shoe Best Uses: Climbing, Straightaways Describe Yourself: Competitive Cyclist Sizing: Feels full size too small Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Well made shoe. Only fits look compatable cleats. Sizes a full size too small. [...]
By Georgie_D from Rhode Island on 06/04/2008 Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Sizing: Feels half size too small Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: These shoes feel really great on. I received the first pair in what should be my size and they were too tight. The new shoes I received today (1/2 size larger) feel great.
I would recommend them. They are lighter and cooler than my older shoes and they are more supportive.
By Johnny V from San Carlos, California on 05/27/2008 Pros: Durable Sole, Excellent fit, Well Made, Well Ventilated Best Uses: Long-distance riding Describe Yourself: Avid Cyclist Sizing: Feels true to size Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Very comfortable right out of the box. Good power transfer, solid sole.
By Ian from AK on 05/26/2008 Pros: Durable Sole, Simple to Use, Well Ventilated Best Uses: Climbing, Everyday riding, Long-distance riding, Sprinting Describe Yourself: Competitive Cyclist Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Simple, and high quality.
By for fun from chatt tn on 05/08/2008 Pros: Durable Sole, Simple to Use, Well Ventilated Cons: All velcro no ratchets Best Uses: Everyday riding Describe Yourself: Avid Cyclist Sizing: Feels true to size Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I like these shoes alot. Fit good, feel comfortable, and cost almost nothing compaired to same in quality other brands. I am woried about the velcro wearing out before the rest of the shoe though. Wish they had ratchets.
By Cryin' Ryan from Western New York State on 04/21/2008 Pros: Durable Sole, Simple to Use, Well Ventilated Best Uses: Commuter shoes, Long-distance riding, Sprinting Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Sizing: Feels true to size Width: Feels true to width Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is my first pair of road shoes so I don't have anything to compare them to but so far so good. I've probably on put about 7 miles on them (pathetic, I know) but so far so good. Hopefully they'll stay great as I break them in. I haven't really noticed them on my feet so I suppose that's a good thing!
By Matrices from Houston, Texas on 03/31/2008 Pros: Durable Sole, Simple to Use Cons: Closure is "different". Best Uses: Everyday riding, Long-distance riding Describe Yourself: Avid Cyclist Sizing: Feels true to size Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Normally, I log 90 to 100+ road miles per week in 3 to 4 rides. Initially, I am well satisfied with the shoe. My final evaluation will depend on the long term durability of closure system over the next year. I like the closure system; it's quick, easy, and adjusts easily. While the jury is still out on the durability issue, I'm expecting a good result.
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