Spencer takes us on a walk and a pedal with a well-used review of Specialized’s Recon ADV shoes. The pursuit of a clip-in and lace-up shoe without all the other newfangled doodads led him to the Recon ADVs. It’s a simple shoe packed with plenty of technology nonetheless.
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Protect Ya Feet: Fox Racing Union BOA Clipless Shoes Review
Over the past few years, Fox Racing has undergone a rebrand, and we’ve taken note of the new footwear in particular. Earlier this year, Fox unveiled the crème de la crème of MTB footwear with the Union BOA Clipless Shoes ($249.95). John’s been gettin’ these shoes dusty on the trails in Santa Fe and has some thoughts to share in a review below…
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First Ride(s) Review: QUOC Lalashan Cycling Footwear Collection – Gran Tourer XC, Escape Off-Road, and Lala Slide
Named for the Lalashan Mountain Range in Northern Taiwan, Quoc‘s new Spring footwear capsule builds on their classic Grand Tourer series while introducing two new additions to the product line. Josh Weinberg and Hailey Moore have already logged some miles in the new models and offer first ride reviews of the UK-based designer-adjacent brand’s new Gran Tourer XC, Escape Off-Road, and the Lala Slide.
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First Look: Crankbrothers Mallet Trail Pedals with Mallet BOA Shoes
Launched today, the Mallet Trail pedals from Crankbrothers are the brand’s most recent entry into the clipless trail pedal category. Situated between the XC/gravel-oriented Candy pedals and their enduro offering, the Mallet E, the Mallet Trail features a lightweight yet substantial platform and boasts features that make it super versatile for a range of disciplines. Josh has been using a pair, along with the Mallet BOA shoe, for a couple of months and provides an overview along with some initial thoughts below…
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Radar Roundup: Sim Works Super Chill, Welldone Chips Bag, RX8/RX8R, Big Kev, Bicycle Film Festival Returns, and Kromvojoj 2022
Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings…
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John’s Summer Shred Pack Product Reviews
Once the high country melts here in Santa Fe, it’s singletrack 24/7 in the Land of Enchantment. Santa Fe is a MTB town with trails accessible right from your front door. Because of this accessibility, I put a lot of miles on my gear in our summer season. I wanted to offer a quick rundown of some of my favorite new accessories and apparel items I’ve enjoyed over the past few months…
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Radar Roundup: New Shimano Dirt Shoes, Allied US-Made BC40 FS MTB, Forekaster, Light and Motion VIS LightPool Taillight, and Mars Is Mine!!
Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings…
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Radar Roundup: Bridge Bike Works Launches, ROOBAIX Returns, Tern Short Haul, TALLAC CLIP, and Paul Talks Klampers
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Radar Roundup: Gran Tourer II, Bummerland, Why Jon Yazzie Rides, Brooklyn Bridges, and Roots Crew
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Radar Roundup: Fox 32 Taper-Cast Gravel Fork, Dragonfly Bikepacking Tent, Northwave Rockit Shoes, and New Topstone
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Radar Roundup: REEB Full Suspension, Sustainable Cambium, Giro Flat Latch, Engin Cranks, Colored XC-III, and Name That Part!
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Sidi’s New MTB Turbo Shoes
Sidi’s name needs no introduction but the brand’s latest shoes might be right up the alley of Radavist readers. The MTB Turbo shoes are designed for backcountry rides, touring, and bikepacking. The MTB Turbo utilizes a Tecno3 rotor closure, Sidi’s Outdoor sole which is made from a very dense rubber, providing plenty of traction while still able to shed mud.
See more at Sidi and order through your local dealer.
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Adidas’ New Gravel Shoes
Since acquiring Five Ten a few years ago, Adidas has been ramping up its cycling catalog. We saw the brands first big move with the Velosamba shoes and now with their new, high-cuff gravel shoes. These SPD shoes contain recycled material (50% of upper is recycled content), offer a sock-like snug fit, are lightweight and stiff, and because we always end up on a hike a bike, the sole is made from a durable and grippy material. See more at Adidas.
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PEdALED’s New JARY Terra Ergolace X2 Shoes
Fizik’s Terra Ergolace X2 shoes, which we reviewed a while back, got a facelift thanks to PeDALED. These new shoes, dubbed JARY, feature the successful design of the Terra Ergolace X2 shoes with a new splash of burgundy and hits of yellow. For more information on the X2, read our review, and to see more information on the JARY model, head to PeDALED.
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Chrome’s New Footwear is a Collaboration with Panaracer
This morning Chrome Industries announced its new Pedal and Pro Series footwear, equipped with an exclusive rubber outsole from legendary Panaracer Tires. The launch video alone is worth the mention! Check it out above and see all the models at Chrome.
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Giro’s New Latch Flat Pedal Shoes
For those who prefer flats to clipless for riding and touring then check out Giro’s new Latch flat pedal shoes. These shoes have a 3D molded footbed, a slimmer, closer to the pedal form and fit, and a tack rubber footbed. The Latch is available in four different colors and stock is on the way. Retail is $150 and you can get on a sizing waitlist at Giro.
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Five Ten’s New Gore-Tex Trailcross
Using the same tech as Five Ten‘s parent company, Adidas and its Terrex hikers, the new Gore-Tex Trailcross from Five Ten is arriving just in time for autumnal slop. Complete with a neoprene cuff to keep muck out, a completely waterproof body, grippy soles and drain ports in the shoe to allow water that does get in to escape, the Gore-Tex Trailcross looks to be an ample ally in wet conditions.
Available now through your local dealers.