Product Details
- Size: 44 M EU
- Color: Shadow Grey/Martini
- Brand: Pearl iZUMi
- Model: X-Alp Drift
- Fabric type: Synthetic leather and mesh
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 4.00" h x
6.50" w x
11.00" l,
.75 pounds
Features
- Nylon X-Alp Ride & Run Plate for easy hike-a-bike and great pedaling power transfer
- Anatomical Buckle Closure System reduces hot spots and removes pressure from your instep rubber lugged outsole for superior traction and durability
- Quick drying, highly breathable mesh/synthetic upper delivers comfort and breathability
- Carbon rubber lugged outsole for superior traction and durability
- Flexible forefoot and a running shoe beveled heel
Pearl iZUMi Men's X-Alp Drift Cycling Shoe,Shadow Grey/Martini,44 M EU
Product Description
New in the X-Alp series, the Drift provides the ventilation and breathability of a sport sandal in a performance and comfort wrapped package. Nylon X-Alp Ride and Run plate for easy hike-a-bike functionality and great pedaling power transfer EVA run shoe midsole for off the bike cushioning and comfort Carbon rubber lugged outsole for superior traction and durability Quick drying, highly breathable mesh/synthetic upper delivers comfort and breathability Anatomical Strap Closure System reduces hot spots and removes pressure from your instep Low cut construction for a light, fast fit and feel Flexible forefoot and a running shoe beveled heel SPD compatible sole Weight: 390 grams (size 43)
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
By eidolon
First of all, the overall design and build quality seems to be pretty good. These are well designed for hot weather, with lots of fairly light mesh and a tongue that doesn't fully cover the food.The downsides: Firstly, the sizing is about half a size off compared to most other shoe brands which I have tried (Mavic, Scott, Northwave, 5.10, LaSportiva). Take half a size up with the Drifts (only the Drift doesn't come in half sizes).Secondly, the soles of these shoes are not stiff in the slightest. They are about as stiff as walking shoes, so are pretty mediocre for power transfer to the pedal. Great for hiking, great for hike-a-bike, but not so great for any real biking.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
By S. Brown
Don't get me wrong. I only gave them 3 stars but I liked them enough to keep them.I purposely ordered two (EU) sizes larger than normal and they fit after inserting an arch support. I don't care for the fact that they are a little stiff and therefore difficult to walk in. I was hoping for something better for when I need to hike a bike. But I'm a little weird, too. I would be happy if my tennie-runners or hiking boots had a clip on the bottom so I could hike and bike with the same shoes so I obviously don't care if the bottom is ultra-stiff for power transfer or if the shoe is lightweight. I'm a casual rider who occasionally works hard to get up a hill without walking. I like the clips so that I can work more efficiently on the bike and keep my feet on the pedals, otherwise I'd just use my boots or tennies. In fact, I did for a while, but got tired of my feet slipping off the pedals when riding on rocky terrain.I recommend these to anyone who wants a descent, relatively lightweight bike shoe that can be modified (arch support) to make it work better, has a rather stiff sole, and inaccurate sizing (start one to two sizes up).
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
By jennifer kilfoyle
Love them the fit is great not too heavy. Will convert to clip in pedals so0 no need to get second pair
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