Great shoes. Had these before and fancied a change. I've tried loads of other manufacturers shoes but went back to these. Fit me perfectly. Wide enough for my chubby feet. You'll need to size up. Stiff enough soles and soft enough uppers. Highly recommended.
Product Details
Shimano RC502 Road Cycling Shoes
A mid-range road cycling shoe that blends performance with comfort and support, the Shimano RC502s borrow technology from the top-end S-PHYRE models. The nylon sole is reinforced with carbon, making it stiff and efficient, while a low stack height further improves power transfer and stabilises the foot. A combination of mesh, TPU and synthetic leather is used for the upper, and a new pattern brings enhanced breathability and fit, wrapping the foot for a customised feel. A BOA dial and velcro strap take care of closure, allowing plenty of room for adjustments.
Sizing note
Shimano shoes run small. If you usually wear a 44, order a 45 here. If you're between half sizes, always go up.
Features
- Lightweight, high-performance road shoes with unparalleled power transfer, benefitting from S-PHYRE trickle-down technology
- Upgraded upper pattern and material improves fit and breathability, while reducing weight
- Surround wrapping upper structure reduces overlap, providing a glove-like fit and eliminating hotspots
- Super low stack height helps stabilise foot, maximises power transfer and efficiency
- Integrated sole and upper construction sets a new level of fit, stability, rigidity and lightweight performance
- Mesh/TPU/synthetic leather composite upper provides comfortable fit and better breathability
- Light carbon fibre reinforced nylon sole for power transfer
- BOA® L6 skeleton dials ensure precise fit and comfort
- Stiffness rating: 7
- Cleat compatibility: SPD-SL/LOOK
- Manufacturer claimed weight: 240 grams (size 42, per shoe)
Specifications
- Composition
- 100% nylon
- Cleat Compatibility (Road)
- 3-bolt (Look/SPD-SL)
- Shoe Size System (Footwear)
- EU
- Closure Type
- boa, velcro
- Discipline Compatibility
- Road
- Family
- RC502
- Fit Note
- runs-small
- Gender
- Unisex
- Intended Use (Footwear)
- Road Cycling
- Primary Material (Upper)
- Mesh, Synthetic
- Stiffness Index
- 7
- Weight (grams)
- 240 g
- Width / Fit
- regular-standard
- Breathability Rating
- High
- Materials (Detailed)
- upper-mesh, upper-tpu
- Outsole Type
- TPU
- Thermal Insulation / Temperature Rating
- Not insulated
Size Guide
| Size (EU) | Length (Cm) | Length (Inches) |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | 22.5 | 8.8 |
| 37 | 23.2 | 9 |
| 38 | 24.2 | 9.5 |
| 39 | 24.8 | 9.7 |
| 40 | 25.5 | 10 |
| 41 | 25.8 | 10.1 |
| 42 | 26.5 | 10.4 |
| 43 | 27.2 | 10.7 |
| 44 | 27.8 | 10.9 |
| 45 | 28.5 | 11.2 |
| 46 | 29.2 | 11.4 |
| 47 | 29.8 | 11.7 |
| 48 | 30.5 | 12 |
| 49 | 31.2 | 12.2 |
| 50 | 31.8 | 12.5 |
| 51 | 32.5 | 12.7 |
Sizing note: Shimano shoes run small. If you usually wear a 44, order a 45. If you're between half sizes, always go up.
Reviews
Very comfy and true to size, exactly what was needed
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Shipping & Returns
Free UK delivery on orders over £50. Orders are dispatched within 1-2 working days and typically arrive 1-2 working days later.
Return unused items in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery. Return postage is £3.50.
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About Shimano
Shifting the way the world rides.
From a single Osaka workshop in 1921, Shimano has grown into the world's most influential component maker. The brand's relentless engineering — Dura-Ace, Ultegra, GRX, XTR — has shaped the way the world shifts, brakes and rides, on the road and off it.
Shimano's flagship groupset, Dura-Ace, has been the benchmark for top-level road components for more than five decades. Every refinement that lands on Dura-Ace eventually shapes the entire Shimano range, all the way down to entry-level drivetrains.