Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Superbly well designed shoes
These shoes are absolute game changers. I have been doing longer rides this year culminating with my first double century and have been suffering with hot foot issues that became excruciating. I tried a few well known brands shoes before buying a pair of these and I so wish I had bought these earlier. They are superbly designed both aesthetically and functionally and are, by far, the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. The ability to make micro adjustments on the move is a huge benefit. Whilst I have not completely got rid of my hot foot issues it only happens after 6-8 hours in the saddle now in stead of 1-2 hours with other shoes and is easily relieved by loosening off the boa fasteners. These shoes are not cheap but they out perform shoes that are more expensive. They look very cool in orange too.
Date published: 2021-07-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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tmitchell from
Excellent shoe
I'd been riding the flagship Sidi models for 20+ year but started have some foot issues for the first time this season as I ramped up my mileage. I decided to try a different shoe with some of the newer softer materials including the top models from S-Works, Shimano, Lake, and Rapha. Rapha was the clear winner of the shootout for my feet and they were the least expensive with the cleanest aesthetics. I doubt they will have the durability of Sidi which are heavy but bombproof but that's an OK trade-off. Really pleased with the purchase.
Date published: 2020-05-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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pedalmike from
So far so good......
I only have 20 hours or so on the shoes so far, but I'm encouraged by what I'm experiencing. The soles are very stiff, but the woven upper seems to combine with the stiff sole to provide a comfort level that doesn't punish your feet on a longer ride. I have a narrowish, B width foot. The volume in the shoe seems to be a good match with my feet. I wear a 45.5 in Sidi. The 45.0 is the right size for me in the Pro Team. I had a slight irritation with the cuff of the right shoe below my ankle bone. I took a foam pool noodle and a nylon tire iron, clamped them in the foot opening by tightening down the BOAs, and let the shoe sit for a few nights. That seemed to remedy the issue. The BOAs themselves are brilliant. Easy to micro-adjust while riding. Shoe exit is super fast and easy.
Date published: 2022-01-09
Rated 3 out of
5
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Chuck_26 from
Sliding tongue
Bought the shoes a month ago and have used them a few times. Very comfortable on the bike and really look great. Only issue is the Tongue of the shoe keeps sliding down and scrunching up at the toes. There has to be some kinda solution for this. I have tried tightening the boa which helps some but still slides.
Date published: 2020-05-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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WestCoastrider from
Finally found a great riding shoe for women!
After 15 hours of indoor training, I can conclude they are light, super comfortable with no pressure points. The shoe has accommodated my slightly wider right foot. I love the quick release buttons and stylish look. True to size. So far, the shoe tongue hasn't moved as many reviewers have mentioned. When I ride outside, that will be the true test. Very happy with the purchase especially as they were purchased on sale. So difficult finding high performance riding shoes for women. Thank you Rapha!
Date published: 2022-02-27
Rated 1 out of
5
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John Bikes from
Super hard to keep clean
Hate the fabric! Gets super dirty after just one ride. Constantly have to clean. Love the fit though
Date published: 2021-10-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kenjsc from
Love them in White
Love the shoes. They run a full size larger than my previous sidi shoes, but that is advertised on the website and the exchange process was very smooth. Normal shoe break-in woes but after a few rides they feel awesome and being able ratchet up and down the tension in two areas of the foot is great. I'm a relatively casual rider ~ 80 miles a week, so the performance aspect is a bit wasted on me. Also, these are my first white shoes so I appreciated the cleaning instructions in the box.
Date published: 2021-07-25
Rated 1 out of
5
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Eliou from
Bad experience
Based on the size chart on your website, I pick up size 42 when choosing this item as I wearing the same size of Fizie and 43 if Sidi. However, your 42 is smaller and I request a exchange on the date of receiving this item, I got a reply that there is no stock. This contradicts to what you promise your customer as stated in your website. Two to three days later, I found that there is stock in your website in other countries but your system didn’t allow me to buy.
With this bad experience, I prefer not to go online shopping.
Date published: 2020-03-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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bluesman from
시크한 디자인 때문에 샀습니다.
디자인 때문에 샀습니다. 여타 보아 슈즈처럼 조잡하지 않고 심플한 멋이 있습니다.
보아다이얼이 달려 그동안 다른 라파 슈즈에 대한 아쉬움을 충족시켜주었습니다.
다만 예상과 다르게 통풍은 원할한 느낌이 아니라 땀이 좀 차는 느낌이 있어 장거리 라이딩에 신기엔 적합하지 않은듯 합니다. 직물 느낌의 겉감이라 스크래치가 나면 보풀이 일어나며, 오염되면 간단히 세척되지 않습니다.
디자인과 착화감은 매우 좋다고 생각하며 발볼과 발등이 높은 사람은 착화 했을때 모양이 예쁘게 나오지 않습니다.
Date published: 2020-10-14
Rated 4 out of
5
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tsar from
Here’s the rub
Overall a very nice cycling shoe. Look great, feel great (mostly) and are super stiff. Slightly more mid foot clear placement is spot on. Definitely leans to a warm weather, summer shoe as even in So Cal I can feel the breeze slightly when the temp dips below 60 degrees. There are only two small issues. The first is that there is some plastic backing near the upper cuff that really causes pain around the ankle area and has not improved as I continue to break them in. I bought some adhesive blister pads to place at the spot and they do the trick but this should not be an issue in the first place. Secondly , the Boa straps tend to back off a little during the ride, needing a little cinching up 2/3 of the way through . Not a big deal. Would I buy them again and/or recommend them. Yes, but make sure they don’t rub you the wrong way.
Date published: 2021-02-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ginger Diesel from
Light/Stiff/Colorful - beautiful color
These are a great, light weight and stylish road shoe. Great for indoor training or an airy shoe for those long rides in the sun. The fabric and color really pop and they almost shimmer in the light with the blue/purple.
Fit is great. Soles are stiff. The double boa helps you dial in the level of tightness or security you need.
These a a for sure upgrade over specialized Torch 3.0 and likely on par with an s-works shoe.
Highly recommend.
Date published: 2022-02-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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Janalyce from
Best bike shoes I have ever had!
These caught my eye in Bicycle Magazine when I first saw them. After doing a little research, I knew this would be a perfect fit for me due to my wide feet. They feel great and look amazing. I had to return for a larger size and customer service was also fantastic. I highly recommend these shoes, look great and feel awesome.
Date published: 2020-04-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Spark from
My new favorite shoe
I thought I must be out of my mind buying cycling shoes online, since I usually have such a difficult
time with shoes. These shoes were perfect, right out of the box. On my first ride, I could feel immediately how stiff the sole was, a pro level shoe for great power transfer. The key features of these
shoes for me were, a great fit, with ample room in the toe box, a solid heel cup with no slipping for my
narrow heels, Boa dials, and an amazing sole. I usually buy white, but the matte black is really interesting. My other shoes are Sidi, and Giro Imperials.
Date published: 2021-01-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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DLAM888 from
Well worth the wait
Shoes are never an easy purchase. Especially when spending top dollar on. Having a wide foot makes it even harder. Compared to the previous Rapha Climbers these are well worth the money. They have excellent arch support, solid, stiff and snug. Maybe not quite as stiff as a Bont Vapour S but no different to an Shimano S Phyre. I did not size up I just stuck to my regular size in other shoes and couldn't be happier. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2020-05-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Slice from
Functional ART - worth the purchase.
I waited to fully evaluate the shoes after multiple rides. I love them. They are much lighter than the previous leather GT version - at least they feel that way. The shoes look great and the material Rapha designed and uses is beautiful and durable. I have not use the shoes in inclement weather - at least no on purpose and therefore cannot comment of rain or significant dirt. I will say that sand brushes off easily. I heard there were issues with the tongue but honestly is one is careful in placement prior to tightening the BOA system - there are NO issues. The carbon is stiff and responds very quickly to an increase in WATTS. The inner sole if very comfortable and the overall shoe seems breathable especially in the humid conditions I typically ride in. Overall a beautiful aesthetic and functional shoe without issues thus far. Size fits as advertised.
Date published: 2022-11-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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alb16 from
my favourite pair of shoes
I love these shoes. They're light, the boa dials mean they sit nice and snug and there are no pressure points. The heel sits nice and sturdy so my foot feels very supportive. Would definitely recommend
Date published: 2020-09-29
Rated 3 out of
5
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docfink from
Looks great...functionality? Work in progress...
I wanted a lighter weight fully BOA shoe and I love Rapha design and function. These shoes fit (another pair I tried on were too small at a half-size smaller), but I have two concerns. I've used them approximately 4 times so far and I feel an uncomfortable "hot-spot" over my left 1st metatarsal head (great toe/foot joint), but not the right. Also, I wore them once on a cooler day (low 50s) and they were fine, but not as cool as I expected and the shoes were a bit damp inside when removed. I only wear thin wool socks all year and wonder how comfortable they'll be in the summer heat. I hope the "hot-spot" wears in as I get used to them, but previous shoes never caused me any pain. It didn't limit me on the bike, but it was present. If it continues, I reluctantly might have to return them.
Date published: 2020-03-11
Rated 3 out of
5
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엔비페이스 from
39.5 사이즈의 부재가 문제.
스웤7과 고민하다 라파 의류에는 라파슈즈의 디자인이 어울려서
구매했습니다만, 40사이즈는 크고 39사이즈는 작아서 신을 수가 없었습니다.
눈믈을 머금고 반품 처리하였으며(라파의 반품 정책은 신뢰가 감)
신고 주행 해본적이 없기 때문에 기능상으로는 알 수가 없었습니다.
참고로 저의 발 사이즈는 맨발로 측정했을때 250mm 입니다.
Date published: 2020-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
HassS from
Rapha
Had great expectations and I didn’t get disappointed.
They look great and very comfortable. The sizing was accurate and I went for half a size smaller compare to my Shimano.
Date published: 2023-11-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
W57st from
shoes fit for both narrow and wide foot
I was worry if the shoes are too narrow to fit my foot (given the history of the Rapha shoes used parts that made by Giro). What a surprise, this one not only fit well, but once I wear the shoes on, it did not change the shoe shape. I am size 13 (47), it has some room for the front toe but holds very tight at the heel (a proper tightness that you can feel, the shoes efficiently transfer the power to the bike effortlessly.)
I am only riding with this shoe for around 25~30 miles range. I can't speak for how it feels when riding on longer journeys yet.
Date published: 2020-03-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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MattK17 from
Quality shoes that look and feel great
These shoes are simply well designed and function as they should. It does take some time to get used to the slightly higher inside foot (near your ankle) cuff, but after a couple of weeks you never notice it again. These shoes breathe well, feel solid on foot when putting out the watts and are barely noticeable as being there. They're a snug fit, but to date I have not had any issues with unwanted pressure or heat spots.
Date published: 2022-05-05
Rated 4 out of
5
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Killa from
Caution
Love the shoes, I did not have an issue with the tongue. The only problem the (light grey) are hard as heck to keep clean. Buyer be ware.
Date published: 2021-08-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Véro Aguettaz from
Magnifiques et très confortables
Superbes chaussures très confortables. Elles sont assez étroites… je vous conseille de prendre une taille de plus.
Date published: 2022-07-21
Rated 3 out of
5
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Sgarzillo from
Not 100% satsfied
I'm not 100% satisfied with the shoes. They are comfortable and esthetically beautiful.They get dirty easily but I knew that as they are white but they are not easy to clean and the boa system does not always work well. I thought better.
Date published: 2021-04-15
Rated 4 out of
5
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AusTex from
Shoes you don't think about...
I always gird myself when buying new shoes, will they fit? will they pinch? will my foot all asleep in areas on long rides? why do they cost so much? Rapha shoes always come through. I've tried others, returned them all. As comfortable as one could expect and now easier to walk in there is not much to complain about. My history with Rapha has always been long term durability and comfort. Fit properly, shoes should be something you don't think about ever except when they need a cleaning or one has to replace cleats. These are those shoes.
Date published: 2021-04-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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먼들대장 from
기능도 좋고 예쁩니다
신발의 와이어가 짱짱하고 발을 고정해줘서 라이딩 중간에 와이어가 풀리지 안아서 힘전달이 잘됩니다예: 이 상품을 한 달 전에 구입했는데, 매우 만족하고 사용하고 있어요.
Date published: 2020-04-07
Rated 3 out of
5
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Paulo Bia from
The good and the bad…defo not ugly.
Nice stiffness , quality built. Ventilation super poor. Not comfy. But beautiful.
Date published: 2021-06-24
Rated 4 out of
5
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stock from
디자인 성능 다 좋습니다
아주 만족하고요 갑피부분은 부드럽고
바닥부분은 단단해서 힘 다 받아주고
아주 만족해요
새 슈즈를 찾는다면 아주 좋은 선택일 것 같아요
Date published: 2020-04-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Toomas Kukk from
:-)
I am very satisfied with the shoes. The best I've had so far. They are comfortable, soft and fit particularly well in the back part of the heel, so when the foot moves upwards, the shoe supports it very well. At the moment it is not the season for outdoor riding, but it will be seen in the spring, how is the so-called moisture retention of these shoes, how easy it is to clean these fabric shoes.
Date published: 2022-12-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
crazyjune80 from
가볍고, 뭐니뭐니해도 다이얼 좋으네요^^
흰색 구매했는데 가볍고 좋아요, 특히 다이얼은 완전 편합니다.가격은 저렵한건 아니지만 값어치를 하지않을까 합니다
Date published: 2020-03-15