Correct bike management is essentially dictated by your contact factors, so a superb pair of sneakers is a vital piece of your using equipment. At Crankworx Whistler this 12 months, FiveTen and Dainese had some new and soon-to-come MTB sneakers on show.
FiveTen was exhibiting some incoming sneakers that can be launched in Spring 2025. Most notably, the favored Freerider Professional shoe can be obtainable with a BOA closure system! Dainese had a number of fashions of their sneakers on show. The lineup consists of two fashions for flat pedals, two for clip-in riders, and one incoming mannequin designed for snug on or off-bike use.
FiveTen Freerider Professional BOA and Up to date Hellcats:
FiveTen was teasing a few of their upcoming merchandise at Crankworx Whistler this 12 months. Data is scant at this level, however they had been eager to get folks enthusiastic about two revised fashions that can be introduced subsequent Spring. First up, the favored Freerider Professional shoe will quickly be obtainable with a BOA closure system. The Freerider Professional BOA is anticipated to launch in February 2025, so watch BikeRumor for future protection when full particulars can be found.
FiveTen has additionally revised the Hellcat shoe. The up to date fashions now characteristic a stronger strengthened toe space for higher safety.
The brand new Hellcats may even include extra lugs on the outsole for improved off-bike traction. This mannequin can be launching in Spring 2025.
Dainese Footwear – HG Acto and Acto PRO:
The Acto is an easy skate-style lace-up flat pedal shoe. It consists of Dainese’s Z-Plate Bike insert within the sole which supplies side-to-side assist however permits flexibility front-to-back. The breathable higher cloth is strengthened with a rubber sample on the perimeters for sturdiness. TPU reinforcements on the heel and toe defend your toes.
Inside, an EVA midsole ensures consolation and pedal sensitivity. On the surface, a Vibram XS Journey outsole encompasses a compound designed to supply strong grip, whereas permitting for straightforward foot repositioning when mandatory.
The HG Acto shoe sells for $160. Coloration choices are inexperienced/black or black/black, and US sizes vary from 6-13.
Additionally designed for flat pedals, the Acto PRO shares the identical Z-Plate Bike sole insert, EVA midsole, Vibram XS Journey outsole, and TPU heel and toe reinforcements because the Acto shoe.
The PRO mannequin provides Dainese’s PER-FIT (Precision Elasticated Retaining System) lace system. It options 4 elasticated bands throughout the highest of the foot and a fast sliding lace, plus a Velcro high strap to make sure a comfortable match width-wise. Dainese says the system wraps the instep space snugly and applies uniform strain on the foot.
The Acto PRO additionally will get aspect panels with an auxetic sample minimize into them. This sample permits for loads of flexibility and unrestricted foot motion.
Retail worth for the HG Acto Professional is $190. It is available in black/black solely (be aware: the colorway pictured just isn’t exhibiting on Dainese’s web site), and in sizes 6-13.
This photograph reveals the Materia (clip-in) and the Acto (flat) soles.
HG Materia and Materia PRO:
For clip-in riders, Dainese presents the Materia shoe. The Materia is a low-top, lace-up shoe with a number of comparable options to the Acto, however it presents a clip-in interface. The Materia will get an EVA midsole, and rubber aspect inserts to maintain its breathable higher cloth protected against abrasions. It additionally consists of TPU heel development and a rubber toe cowl. The Materia shoe will get a Groundtrax TCX outsole.
The HG Materia shoe sells for $180. Coloration choices are inexperienced/black or black/black, and US sizes 6-13 can be found.
The Materia PRO mannequin will get upgraded with Dainese’s PER-FIT lace system. It additionally options dual-density EVA higher development, with auxetic patterned aspect panels to supply safety whereas permitting glorious foot mobility. The PRO mannequin makes use of a Groundtrax TCX outsole with a common clip-in interface.
Options shared with the Materia mannequin embody an EVA midsole, TPU heel development, and a rubber toe cowl. MSRP for the Materia PRO is $199. They’re obtainable in black solely, and sizes vary from US 6-13.
HG Itinera Flat:
Coming subsequent March is the path/all-mountain targeted HG Itinera Flat shoe. The Itinera presents a stability between stiffness for good pedal assist and adaptability for snug strolling when off the bike.
The midsole options Dainese/TCX’s ZPLATE BIKE expertise. This tech locations a Z-shaped thermoplastic assist within the shoe that will increase stability on the pedal by minimizing twisting or bending of the foot. Nonetheless, the plate additionally permits for appropriate strolling flexibility.
An EVA midsole supplies cushion and helps take up impacts, and a 5mm thick Ortholite footbed ensures consolation by way of lengthy rides.
The HG Itinera Flat encompasses a Vibram Megagrip sole. The tread sample was designed to permit glorious foot-to-pedal contact and to expel mud. Its high-performance rubber compound could be very sturdy and supplies glorious grip on pedal pins.
Three colorways of the HG Itinera Flat can be obtainable: Black, 4 Leaf Clover, and White Pepper. MSRP is $140.
