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Lake MX237 Shoes


Although pricey, these sit in the middle of the price spectrum when it comes to carbon race shoes. At under 800g a pair (size 45.5) they’re nice and light, but the sole feels more rigid than any of the non-carbon shoes here.

They are easily rigid enough to spread the load of cage-less pedals around the foot, but when really stamping on the pedals, it is just detectable that they’re are not quite as stiff as the Gaernes. Not all carbon soles are created equal. Fortunately, the rest of the shoe is good. Twin Boa dials secure it onto the foot quickly, eliminating heel lift without pressure points or discomfort. The insole provides a healthy amount of arch support, keeping foot pain at bay. The thin faux leather upper is extremely comfortable; it’s well ventilated, if not very weatherproof. A pair of vents in the sole act as under-foot ventilation, but they either clogged with mud or let water in. Not a UK friendly feature. The rubbery outsole offers good traction on hard surfaces, but the tread is not particularly aggressive meaning walking in mud is tricky. Studs can be installed if need be. Fortunately, the cleat channel is nice and wide, which clears mud better than most and allowed for easy engagement with all of the pedals we tested with.

Weight 794g

Price 300$

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