No matter the suspension, the most important part connecting you to the bike are your feet. Despite people spending thousands of dollars on a mountain bike, many skimp on what connects them to the bike. If you’re looking for the next step in upgrading your experience, we recommend looking at picking the right shoe. Here’s what to look for in the best mtb flat shoes.
Clipless or Flat Pedal That Is The Question
Before we jump into the best shoes, here’s a little about the ongoing debate between clipless and flat pedals. Personally, we’re about seven years into our mountain biking journey. If you need some encouragement or inspiration, consider reading Fear and Horror… That’s How I Got Into Mountain Biking. Anything that can help our confidence is key when trying to tackle terrain. Things like rocks, boulders, tree stumps, and many other obstacles you’d find out on a single track. Flat pedals give you the opportunity to put the foot down easily and stop a bit quicker. You may scratch your shins, but at least you can dismount or get off the bike easily. Clipless is about providing the best power transfer to the wheels with the least amount of effort. If you’ve been riding clipless for most of your life or going to spend the majority of your time doing cross country with minimal terrain features then that might be the way you want to go.
An Ode To Clipless
All that being said, for those that grew up road cycling or just want the advantage of less work pedaling up a mountain, you may want to consider at least going clipless. For steep hills with varying gradients, clipless allow for an increased upstroke and about 10% more power for short bursts. For more about the science behind it, check out this article by Pedal Chile.
Do You Need a MTB Specific Shoe?
I know there’s a lot of people out there that think one pair of shoes is all you need. Heck, I grew up with a father that believed a pair of Keds worked for everything and anything. It wasn’t until I started looking at the mechanics of sports that I realized that isn’t necessarily true.
Would You Put Racing Slicks On & Go Four Wheeling?
While you don’t need a different pair of shoes for EVERY sport you do, it is a good idea to understand WHAT you need to maximize your balance and control in an activity. For example, in road running you want a shoe that cushions against the pounding on asphalt to reduce injuries like shin splints. For tennis, it’s all about quick side-to-side lateral movements so you need support on the inside AND outside of the foot. Just like a pair of tires on a car, would you put on racing slicks and go four wheeling? I think not.
Are Mountain Bike Shoes Worth It?
The question then arises do you NEED a specific pair of mountain biking shoes? It depends. We started out on a pair of skate shoes, and they worked well for the first year. They were grippy, provided some support, and were flat-balanced meaning they didn’t naturally have us leaning forward. But when we switched to a pair of true mountain bike shoes along with real pedals… Whoa!
First, before you buy a pair of shoes, consider checking out our list of the 10 essential things all mountain bikers must own if they own a bike as well as our Down & Dirty mountain biking guide. There’s so many options to help step up your game like a better seat, new pedals, or even a seat dropper.
What to Look For in a Mountain Bike Shoe
So, what makes for the best mtb flat shoes that you’d use with pedals? Let’s break it down scientifically. Normally when you’re out riding, you aren’t exploding from turn to turn in milliseconds. Rather your feet are locked in on the bike as if they were stirrups. The conditions on the trails might be muddy, dusty, or off-camber making traction important. Finally, riding down a trail you’ll encounter all kinds of obstacles from bushes to granite boulders that could injure your feet.
Features to Look For
If you put all these factors together, you want a shoe that’s pretty much flat. In essence you want zero-balance (i.e. not too far forward or backward) when riding. Next you’ll want a sticky rubber sole pattern that won’t slip once it’s on the pedal. And to round it off, the upper part should be snug and stiff so that you don’t lose energy during pedaling. In short, you want a 4WD-like shoe that will lock you in on unforgiving terrain but still be comfortable.
Additional Features To Consider
With the amount of manufacturers flooding the market, the amount of options has exploded. This means you can look for shoes that cover the full gambit. For example, Specialized has created a shoe that makes it easier to hike-a-bike if need be. Others have started using a BOA lacing system to keep the laces away AND lock your foot in one place. There isn’t a better time to pick up a pair of shoes even for us flat pedal fanatics.
Flat Pedal Mountain Bike Shoes
Looking back to just 2019, the amount of options available to you were let’s just say a bit boring. And if you look back even further to the beginning of the century, there was pretty much only one option. Luckily, that has changed BIG time. Everyone seemed to have joined the market. To help you in your journey of finding the right shoe, here’s a breakdown of the main brands that have specifically designed a flat pedal shoe. From the big household names for cycling like Giro or Specialized to the niche brands that only focus on mountain biking, you’ll find what you want out of this list.
Ride Concepts
Our mountain bike coach Dylan Renn put us onto this company. While it’s important to make a great product, to us the story of how the company was founded is almost as crucial. There’s a lot of corporations that step into an industry only because they see an opportunity to make a quick buck and use their millions of dollars to beat out the competition. That’s not Ride Concepts.
How Ride Concepts Idea Was Born
This company based out of Truckee, California was an idea born out of necessity. CEO Brandon Dodd saw that no one was making quality mountain bike shoes that would fit kid’s feet appropriately. It was when he was up at Whistler’s bike park that he noticed kids. In fact, A LOT of kids. He also noticed that women didn’t have any good options either.
Founded in 2016
And thus, the idea was born. Already with a two-decade background in the action sports goods/action industry, he had the resume to make it happen. And so in 2016, RC came out with 14 models. As you may have noticed, I’m a BIG fan of this company and ride their shoes every time I get in the saddle. We’ve recently upgraded to the latest incarnation of the Livewire—and we’re loving every moment.
The Redesigns Continue
One of our biggest complaints when Ride Concepts first launched had nothing to do with performance. It was style. The shoes rode great, but the color options felt a little safe and uninspiring. Since then, RC has continued refining and redesigning its lineup, improving fit, materials, durability, and grip with each new generation. Ironically, while the shoes have never performed better, we actually miss some of the bold colorways they offered a few years ago. Today’s lineup leans more subdued, but if history is any indication, Ride Concepts isn’t afraid to keep evolving. And if they can pair their latest performance upgrades with some fresh, eye catching designs, we’ll be first in line to lace up a new pair.
Tallac
Best for: Long Trail Rides • Enduro • Technical Terrain
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $221 (low) $243 (mid)
Lacing System: BOA Only
Weight (pair): 430g
Review of Tallac
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com
The Tallac is named after the iconic South Shore peak that’s visible from nearly everywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Like its namesake, the shoe stands out for all the right reasons. On scorching summer rides, the Cordura mesh upper keeps your feet cool while still offering plenty of protection from trail debris and rock strikes. Pair that with Ride Concepts’ Max Grip rubber and hexagon tread pattern, which sticks to our OneUp pedals like a grizzly on a salmon, and you’ll feel incredibly connected to the bike. For women, Ride Concepts offers Flume shoe, named after Tahoe’s legendary east shore trail and built around the same confidence inspiring platform.
Over the years, Ride Concepts has continued refining the Tallac with updated materials, improved fit, and lighter construction. While the company has shifted entirely to BOA closures on the Tallac lineup, we still miss the simplicity and easy trail side repairability of traditional laces. Thankfully, the shoe’s outstanding comfort, grip, and all around performance make that compromise easy to overlook.
The Tallac is named after the iconic south shore mountain that you can see from pretty much anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Similar to the peak, the shoe’s styling stands above the rest as well. On those blazingly hot days, the Cordura mesh upper will keep your digits cool and yet protected if you hit something. Combine that with their new Max Grip hexagon tread pattern which sticks to our One Up Components pedals like a grizzly bear, you’ll feel as though you’re on a pair of clipless mountain bike pedals. And for women, there is the Flume shoe named after the legendary mountain bike trail on the east side of Tahoe.
Livewire
Best for: Beginner • Trail • Value
Pedal Feel: Medium
Retail Price: $122
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 400g
Review of Livewire
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com
The Ride Concepts Livewire is a great all-mountain shoe. The upper is made of quick-drying materials that if you do hit a creek or rain storm, those feet will dry off quickly. The construction is like a Roman coliseum, still solid after years of riding them. Are there grippier shoes? Sure. More comfortable? Maybe. But for only a $122, this shoe is a steal with what it provides compared to the other big hitters on this list. All that being said, if you have the extra cash, you may want to pick up the premium line of theirs called the Ride Concepts Hellion.
Ride Concepts Hellion
Best for: Trail • Enduro • Aggressive Trail
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $176 (Hellion) $254 (Elite Boa)
Lacing System: Laces and Boa Available
Weight (pair): 387g
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com | Jenson
Ready to step things up from the Livewire? Meet the Ride Concepts Hellion lineup. For about $50 more, you get a noticeable jump in performance. The biggest upgrade is the premium microfiber upper, which sheds water, dries faster after creek crossings, and resists stretching over time. Combined with a stiffer midsole, the Hellion transfers more power to the pedals without sacrificing the comfort that makes Ride Concepts shoes so easy to wear all day.
The lineup has also grown to fit different riding styles. The standard Hellion is the do it all trail shoe, striking a sweet balance between pedaling efficiency, grip, and hike-a-bike comfort. Looking for more protection? The Hellion Elite adds a reinforced upper, improved weather resistance, and BOA closure for riders tackling rougher terrain or logging big days in the saddle.
No matter which version you choose, every Hellion is built around Ride Concepts’ Max Grip outsole. It delivers the sticky pedal traction the brand is known for while remaining durable enough to handle plenty of off the bike scrambling when the trail gets too steep to ride.
Wildcat
Best for: Dusty Trails • Enduro • Extra Ankle Protection
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $140
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 430g
Check Prices: Backcountry.com
Although they’ve been around a few years, the Wildcat was revamped as well in 2024. For those that mountain bike in dusty conditions, little rocks somehow always end up in your shoes. To solve for this issue, they took their pacesetting Hellion and added a protective mid-height collar with a hook and loop strap for extra security. The is a go-to shoe for those who are looking for a no-nonsense pair that will protect your foot and at the same time keep you locked into the pedals.
Ride Concepts Powerline
Best for: Technical Terrain • Hike-a-Bike • Alpine Adventures
Pedal Feel: Stiff
Retail Price: $160
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 450g
Check Prices: Backcountry.com
The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon of their shoes. If you feel like the Livewire or Hellion aren’t as sticky as you want, the Ride Concepts Powerline turns it up a notch. This mountain goat of a shoe is designed for even the most hardcore adventure requiring hike-a-bike situations yet still keep your feet comfortable and happy.
FIVE TEN
Five Ten literally created and set the bar when it comes to making the best mtb flat shoes. It all started in ’85 when Charles Cole made a rock climbing shoe called the “Five Tennie.” This shoe was designed to help him conquer the toughest walls he frequented in Yosemite and Joshua Park. For those unaware, climbs are based on the Yosemite Decimal system, and at the time, the most advanced climbs were demarcated as 5.10 and thus the name FIVE TEN was born.
Transition To Mountain Biking
The shoe became the staple for rock climbing due to its incredibly grippy rubber. Around the late nineties, they began to hear that pro mountain bike racers were already using their shoes in the world cup circuit. So, in 2000, FIVE TEN came out with their first ever mountain bike shoe using their ground-breaking stealth rubber. And in November 2011, Adidas bought the company for $25 Million.
FIVE TEN Freerider
Best for: Everyday Trail • Beginners • Casual Riding
Pedal Feel: Medium
Retail Price: $110
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 420g
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com, REI
If you’re a fan of classic skate shoe design, you’ll love the original Freerider. The solid construction makes for a shoe that can take a beating and keep on pedaling. And it still comes with the classic Stealth S1 Rubber dot pattern that kicked FIVE TEN into the #1 brand for mountain biking.
FIVE TEN Freerider PRO
Best for:Trail • Enduro • All Around Performance
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $159 (Laces) $169 (Boa)
Lacing System: Laces and Boa
Weight (pair): 399g
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com, REI
This is the descendent of the popular Freerider or you could even say the evolutionary cousin to it. You could call this the Swiss Army knife of their best mtb flat shoes the Freerider Pro. The toe box is extra fortified so that if an errant rocks hits your feet, it keeps those toes happy. Just like James Bond, its good looks along with its deadly skills make for the ultimate “killer” on the trail or at the bar.
Trailcross
Best for: Adventure Riding • Hike-a-Bike • Trail
Pedal Feel: Soft-Medium
Retail Price: $119 (LT) $159 (XT) $179 (MID)
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 355g (LT) – 382g (XT) – 255g (MID)
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com, REI
Just because you’ve designed the gold standard on mountain biking shoes doesn’t mean you should rest on your laurels. After years or so it feels like, FIVE TEN and Adidas have released a refreshing new take on what a mountain bike shoe should be in their Trailcross line. The Trailcross LT is the low-cut version which is good for those that don’t have to worry about rocks and gravel getting into their shoe. And the XT is the beefier version of the LT. The shining star though is the Trailcross Mid Pro. The high top version along with the membrane ensure that even on the dustiest and muddiest trails, you don’t have stuff getting in. On top of that, the design and look is less of a clunky mtb flat pedal shoe and more of one that you could even use for hiking.
PEARL iZUMi
The story of PEARL iZUMi starts on the roads in Japan. Kinji Shimizu rode his bike everyday 38 miles to deliver 90 pounds of clothing to his customers. In 1964, one of his sons Hiro made it to the Japanese national cycling team and rode in the Asian Cycling Championships.
Fate Leads To The Company Being Created
The team ordered the typical cotton kits except for one special one. As fate would have it, Hiro won the opportunity to wear the special jersey. It was made in Italy and out of 100% nylon unlike anything he’d seen before. Based on that design, Kinji created his first kit from materials he found in Japan.
Innovation Continues
Over the past five decades, PEARL iZUMi has never stopped innovating. Today, that innovation extends far beyond better shoes and apparel. The company has eliminated PFAS from its entire product line, relies heavily on recycled materials, partners with bluesign® certified suppliers, and backs its products with a lifetime warranty because the most sustainable gear is the gear you don’t have to replace.
Canyon
Best for: Trail • Bikepacking • Walkability
Pedal Feel: Medium
Retail Price: $120
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 340g
Check Prices: Backcountry.com
PEARL iZUMi has significantly streamlined its footwear lineup over the past few years. Shoes like the X-Alp Launch, Launch Mid WRX, and several other flat pedal models have been discontinued, leaving the Canyon as their dedicated flat pedal offering. The Canyon strikes a balance between comfort, pedal grip, and hike-a-bike capability that most trail riders will actually appreciate. It features PEARL iZUMi’s sticky ULTREAD GRIP rubber outsole, which provides impressive traction both on flat pedals and while scrambling over rocks or pushing your bike up steep climbs. The synthetic upper is lightweight and highly breathable, while the traditional lace closure keeps things simple, reliable, and easy to repair on the trail. Prioritizing walkability over outright stiffness, makes it an excellent choice for who want one shoe that performs just as well grabbing a post-ride beer as it does ripping singletrack.
Specialized
Founded in 1974, the name came from the Italian word “specialistas.” An Italian term for manufacturers who would build or connect specifically tailored products with the consumer. Back in the seventies, it was challenging to get quality spare parts in the US. Mike Sinyard saw this as an opportunity and sold his VW bus in search of parts. As fate would have it, on his tour he met Cino Cinelli, the founder of Cinelli Bicycles. Buying as many parts as he could from Cino, he went home with them and with that he started Specialized. A year later, they came out with their first product – the Specialized Touring Tyre. Since then, they’ve expanded their portfolio to include pretty much everything cycling including a mountain bike shoe.
2FO Roost Flat Pedal Shoe
Best for: Trail • Everyday Riding • Technical Singletrack
Pedal feel: Medium
Retail Price: $120 (Laces)
Weight (pair): 334g
Check Prices: EVO , Backcountry.com
The word that comes to mind when looking at the Specialized 2FO is clean. The durable leather provides a casual look that would be comfortable in a fancy apres spot and yet at the same time the SlipNot ST rubber sole ensures that your feet stay locked in on the pedals. A delicate balance between casual and performance. Our good friend and mountain bike coach, Dylan Renn, loves these shoes because their wider sole helps keep his feet securely on the pedals.
Giro
When I first heard the company name “Giro”, I thought it was an Italian company. I mean one of the triple crown tours in Italy is called “Giro d’ Italia.” After doing some research, I learned it was an American company born from a person passionate about the sport of cycling and saw an opportunity to create something special.
Once-in-a Lifetime Product
The same year Charles Cole created the rock-climbing shoe, in a small one bedroom apartment in San Jose a man by the name of Jim Gentes started the evolution of cycling helmets. Using his industrial designer skills and passion for cycling, he created the “standard” of what cycling helmets are today. Back then, compared to all other helmets on the market, his design wasn’t hot, heavy, or uncomfortable. Rather, it was half the weight of his competitors, had ventilation, and looked totally different.
Versatile Company
Always on the forefront of what’s going on in the two-wheeled world, over the years they have expanded beyond just bike helmets. Giro manufactures things like goggles for MTB and snowsports as well as soft goods for cycling, skiing, snowboarding, and even helmets for winter sports. They also produce a line of some of the best mtb flat shoes on the market.
Giro Tracker
Best for: Hot Weather • Trail • Daily wear
Pedal Feel: Medium
Retail Price: $119 (Fastlace) $139 (Boa)
Lace System: Fastlace or Boa
Weight (pair): 337g
Check Prices: Backcountry.com | Jenson
Giro has always marched to the beat of its own drum. While most mountain bike shoes practically scream, “I just left the trail,” Giro’s designs have always blurred the line between riding shoe and a sneaker head’s dream. We still think the discontinued Jacket II was one of the best looking MTB shoes ever made, but the Tracker carries that same fashion forward DNA. It’s the kind of shoe you could wear straight from a ride to a brewery, coffee shop, or even around town without anyone realizing it’s built for flat pedals. Yet beneath that casual look lies a Tack™ rubber outsole that delivers excellent grip and a low profile EVA midsole that strikes a sweet spot between pedaling efficiency and off bike comfort.
Where the Tracker really separates itself from the old Jacket II is its airy construction. The highly breathable synthetic upper makes it one of the most “airy” shoes on this list, making it an excellent choice for riders in hot climbs or those who tend to overheat on long ascents. It also has a noticeably narrower fit than most of its competitors. If you prefer a ball over axle foot position or have narrower feet, that slimmer profile can make the Tracker feel especially precise. It offers an impressive blend of comfort, style, and performance, proving you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a quality flat pedal shoe.
Latch
Best for: Aggressive Trail • Enduro • Maximum Grip
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $159
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 334g
Check Prices: Backcountry.com , Amazon
One of the biggest beefs most mountain bikers had about Giro’s Riddance is the weight of them. If you look at some of the other shoes on this list, they have a waffle-like pattern or the inverted form of it. You sacrifice on the traction but at the same time make them last longer since it’s a harder rubber. As soon as you look at the sole of the Latch, you’ll notice that this isn’t the case. Giro worked with a rubber compound specialist to create their ‘Tack Rubber’ into their “Gamma” tread pattern. What you’re given is a shoe that once it sticks to the pedal it ain’t comin’ off regardless of rain, snow, or sun.
Shimano
This Japanese company has been in the game for more than a century. For the first product, founder Shozaburo Shimano focused on building free wheels. Over the years they expanded to include many of the key components of a bike—the shifters, hubs, cranks and even the derailleurs. And now they’ve expanded into making mountain bike flat pedal shoes.
Shimano GF400
Best for: Trail • Recreational Riding • Value
Pedal Feel: Medium
Retail Price: $130
Weight (pair): 350g
Lacing System: Laces (GF400, GF600) or Boa (GF800)
Check Prices: Backcountry.com | Jenson | REI
Just a few years ago, Shimano’s offering for gravity-fed riders was let’s just say a bit dull. Sure, they were durable, but lacked grip, comfort and most of all style that riders could find in brands like Ride Concepts and Five Ten. But Shimano has never been know to sit still and they’ve yet again completely overhauled their lineup. For starters, their soles are designed specifically to fit and excel with their own flat pedals. Does it mean it won’t work with others? Absolutely not but now these shoes’ treads line up seamlessly to the Shimano’s Deore XT and Saint flat pedal models.
GF600, GF800 & GF400
Shimano’s gravity lineup now revolves around three models. The GF400 is the entry point, offering a comfortable, casual trail shoe with Shimano’s proprietary ULTREAD GF rubber outsole, which provides noticeably better grip than previous generations. Step up to the GF600, and you get a stiffer midsole for improved power transfer, a more supportive upper, and extra protection for aggressive trail and enduro riding. At the top sits the GF800, built for riders who spend their weekends charging bike parks and racing enduro. It adds a BOA® Fit System for precise adjustment, extra ankle protection, a reinforced upper, and Shimano’s highest level of support without sacrificing the sticky pedal feel that defines the new lineup.
The real magic is the ULTREAD GF outsole. Shimano shaped the tread pattern to align with flat pedal pins, creating a more stable connection while still allowing enough movement to reposition your feet when needed. Whether you’re riding Shimano pedals or another brand, the latest GF lineup is a massive leap forward and finally puts Shimano back in the conversation with the best flat pedal shoes on the market.
Leatt
How companies start is always interesting. Some see a gap in the market. Others are about the stoke of the sport. Leatt, on the other hand, is an emotional story. On the weekend after Dr. Leatt’s son started motocross, he witnessed the death of fellow rider and friend Mr. Alan Selby. Immediately he began working on a way to reduce neck injuries and came out with his first neck brace a year later. In 2010, he came out with the 1st MTB specific neck brace and continued to expand their product line to include mountain bike helmets and now shoes.
Leatt Flat Mountain Bike Shoe Lineup
Best for: Trail • Value • Everyday Riding
Pedal Feel: Medium (2.0) & Medium-Stiff (3.0)
Retail Price: $99 (2.0) $139 (3.0)
Lacing: Laces
Weight: 380g (Pair)
Check Prices: Amazon (2.0) – Amazon (3.0)
What it lacks in creative naming it more than makes up in look and styling. Each of the models provide different functions based on your needs. The 1.0 is like the skate shoe. It provides a great connection to the bike but minimal on other features like protection. And the 4.0 and 5.0 are their clipless models. The 2.0 and 3.0 use Leatt’s own rubber recipe RideGrip that keeps the foot dialed in for excellent pedal grip.
Differences Between The 2.0 And 3.0
From there, that’s where the differences become more prevalent. The 2.0 is focused on the more casual rider balancing comfort AND performance. The upper toe and heel boxes are reinforced, and the heel is shaped to hold the top of your ankle locked in. While the feel of the shoe on the bike is more of a soft-medium hardness, the 3.0’s are their performance shoe. Stiffer in torsion flex and a focus on protection on the inside of the ankle, both will do you well. You just have to consider what kind of riding you’ll be doing.
Fi’zi:k
Let’s be honest, Italians know how to make shoes. They aren’t just manufacturers but artisans. Founded in 1996, Fi’zi:k’s were designed in the US and built in Italy by the world’s largest saddle manufacturer, Selle Royal. Fi’zi:k is the phonetic spelling of the word physique, referring to the form or state of the human body.
Animal Kingdom
Since the beginning, they’ve been doing things a bit differently. When they initially released their saddles, they classified them based on three animals. The Chameleon. The Snake. And last but not least, the Bull. As you would assume, each corresponded to your level of flexibility. Despite the naming conventions going “extinct”, they still focus on producing the lightest possible products with a keen eye towards design. These aren’t just any shoes but rather a group of individuals that are passionate about what they produce. If you care about attention to detail, you may seriously consider picking up a pair made by them.
Gravita Versor Flat Cycling Shoe
Best for: Trail • Technical Riding • Fast Climbs
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $149
Lacing: Laces
Weight: 355g (pair)
Check Prices: Jenson
Speaking of build quality, as soon as you see a pair of Gravita Versor’s you’ll notice their attention to detail. How each stitch is thought out and articulated. The sole meshes with the upper and the potential point of contact on the side has extra grip and protection. That the laces are offset towards the outside of the shoe to ensure that they avoid the chainring. A rip-stop material to make them lightweight and quick-drying. And where you’ll most likely collide with obstacles, they’ve reinforced the toe and heel areas with a PU-laminated (polyurethane) toecap and rubber bumpers.
Gravita Tensor Flat Cycling Shoe
Best for: Gravity • Enduro Racing • Bike Park
Pedal Feel: Medium-Stiff
Retail Price: $190
Lacing System: Laces
Weight (pair): 420g
Check Prices: Backcountry.com
Their flag ship shoe, the Tensor, takes what you see in the Versor and adds a bit more fashion and functional flair to it. The toe cap is a bit more beefy. A velcro lace-up closure makes sure that the laces are tucked away. Finally, to put the frosting on the cake, the upper section features an Ariaprene sock sewed perfectly into the shoe to keep any debris from getting in.
As we continue to research more on who makes the best mtb flat shoes on the market, we’ll keep adding to this article. Until then, let us know if there’s anything we’re missing or a brand / shoe model we should add.
