These are very nice and almost too nice for off road shoes! The RX802's are very much like a road shoe in that they are lightweight, stiff and also fairly narrow fitting; not a problem for my feet but anyone with a wider foot should be aware. On the subject of fitting the sizing is typical of Shimano shoes I've had in the past i.e. they come up small. I'm a 44 in most brands but sized up to a 45 and that is fine with a bit of space in the toe box to allow for thicker socks. A 44 would have definitely been way too tight owing to the shape of the shoe and it's narrow design. A nice touch which I appreciated is that they come with interchangeable arch support pieces in the box to tailor the fit a little bit. This is an over-looked area with cycling shoes and so many have thin, flat insoles which lack any support and have a negative effect on bike fit. I should mention I've seen some reviews mention about walking and the shoes being a bit unstable, but though they are very stiff this has not been my experience. However, if you are looking for a shoe that is suitable for frequent 'hike-a-bike' action or extended walking off the bike (touring perhaps), I'd say these are possibly not the shoes for you. I like these shoes and though I wouldn't use them in the off road slop of winter (too nice for that!), they are so much nicer than wearing MTB shoes on my gravel bike. In fact, if I could only have one pair of decent cycling shoes to use across road and gravel set-ups, I'd choose these... so long as they were in a sale with a big discount as mine were!
Product Details
Shimano RX802 Gravel Cycling Shoes
The Shimano RX802 Gravel Cycling Shoes are incredibly light and stiff, designed for gravel racing where pedalling efficiency is key, with no compromise to comfort. The carbon composite sole with a high stiffness rating of 10 ensures all your watts are transferred through the pedals and translated into speed. The upper is constructed from synthetic leather in a one-piece wrap, which supports and stabilises the foot and delivers incredible comfort for all-day riding. An anatomically shaped DYNALAST conforms to the contours of the foot perfectly.
Closure is via a single BOA dial and velcro toe strap for a dialled-in feel and easy micro-adjustment. The shoes are kept feeling and smelling fresher for longer thanks to the Silvadur™ antimicrobial insoles. The outsoles are compatible with two-bolt SPDs, while TPU lugs and anti-slip pads make for easier walking with more traction.
Features
- Featherweight gravel shoes with a unique foil camo finish
- Super stiff and lightweight carbon composite sole
- Stripped-back, abrasion resistant TPU lugs and anti-slip pads for the best balance of weight reduction, pedalling performance and off-the-bike capability
- One-piece, synthetic leather, surround-wrapping upper provides perfect holding power and absolute all-day comfort
- BOA® IP1 dial with 1mm micro-adjustment and single velcro toe-strap to find your perfect fit
- Silvadur™ antimicrobial inner soles keep the shoes fresh, no matter the conditions
- System engineered with SPD pedals for maximum pedalling efficiency and stability
- Anatomically curved Shimano DYNALAST eliminates angles and conforms better to the natural contours of your foot
- Subtle reflective detailing on the heel to ensure rider safety
- Stiffness rating: 10
- Manufacturer claimed weight: 265 grams (size 42, per shoe)
Specifications
- Composition
- 20% carbon, 80% nylon
- Cleat Compatibility (Mountain Bike)
- 2-bolt-spd
- Shoe Size System (Footwear)
- EU
- Closure Type
- boa, velcro
- Gender
- Unisex
- Intended Use (Footwear)
- Mountain Bike/Cycling
- Primary Material (Upper)
- Synthetic
- Stiffness Index
- 10
- Width / Fit
- regular-standard
- Materials (Detailed)
- upper-synthetic-leather, outsole-carbon-composite, outsole-tpu
- Outsole Type
- TPU
- Thermal Insulation / Temperature Rating
- Not insulated
- Product code
- 1427425 / 54295632740698
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.
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What makes this a woman's shoe? Is there anything about the size/fit that is female-specific? The colour works just fine for any gender!
Hi Rick The women's shoes are a slightly different shape to the men's shoes, Many thanks Joe W
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