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Fizik X1 Infinito shoes


Designed to give ultimate XC race performance, Fi’zi:k’s flagship mountain bike shoes are both minimal and super-stiff, for optimum efficiency and power transfer. The 1.4mm thick, laser-perforated ‘Microtex’ upper has two BOA dials that adjust the volume of the toe box and mould the shoe to the wearer’s arch for a glove-like fit.A unidirectional carbon fibre sole helps you put maximum power through to the pedals, and the heels and toes have a deep tread for grip in the slop.A pair of UK size 8.5s weighs 703g, making them comparable with other top-end XC kicks.

Price $488
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