Today, Shimano announced a total of 15 newly redesigned footwear models, evolving its entry-level road and mountain bike lines, its flagship gravel race shoe, and the popular Mountain Enduro lineup. New Shimano road and triathlon footwear deliver premium performance in the value category by bringing hallmark S-PHYRE technology and style to a desirable new price point. The reimaged lineup features seamless fits and improved construction, bringing comfort and control to a new level of footwear. And now, with more women’s specific models and sizes available than ever before, Shimano delivers lightweight, stylish performance to every rider.
RC3 and RC3W Performance Value-Oriented Road Shoes
The new RC3 and RC3W women’s road cycling shoes receive key trickledown innovations and designs from Shimano’s elite S-PHYRE line at an astonishing $120 price point. These value-priced shoes deliver functional features including a seamless midsole (integrated sole and upper construction) that elevates comfort as well as a lower stack height for improved stability and power transfer. The RC3 and RC3W women’s road shoes utilize Shimano’s innovative one-piece “surround wrap” composite upper that provides a breathable, forgiving fit along with a central BOA L6 closure system.
· Integrated seamless midsole construction for optimal fit
· Low stack height for stability and power transfer
· Breathable synthetic leather composite upper
· Surround Wrap upper structure
· RC3 Men’s: Sizes 40-52, E-width 40-50, Colours: Black
· RC3W Women’s: Size 36-43, Colours: Black
· Weight: 242g (men's size 42)
· RRP: $199.95
RC1 and RC1W Entry-Level Road Shoes
Shimano’s updated RC1 and RC1W women’s road shoes blend high performance features with an entry level price. The shoes deliver a glove-like fit and sleek appearance thanks to new synthetic leather and mesh construction and comfortable Surround upper design. Utilizing a three-strap Velcro closure system, the RC1 and RC1W shoes are impressively lightweight and create a secure fit for a broader range of foot shapes and sizes.
· Surround Wrap upper
· Breathable synthetic leather and mesh upper
· Triple Velcro straps for adjustable fit
· RC1 Men’s Shoes: Sizes 36-50, Black.
· RC1W Women’s Shoes: Sizes 36-43, Black.
· Weight: 236g (men's size 42)
· RRP: $149.95
TR5 and TR5W Triathlon Shoes
For triathletes, the new TR5 and TR5W shoes infuse S-PHYRE technology with tri-specific features for premium performance and optimal comfort. A wide opening enables quick access for getting in and out of the shoes and improved ventilation allows the shoes to dry quicker. The shoes also feature a soft, smooth liner that boosts comfort when wearing the shoes without socks.
· Seamless midsole construction for optimal fit
· Breathable synthetic leather and mesh upper
· Double Velcro strap closure for easy access
· TR5 Men’s Shoes: Sizes 36-50, Color: White
· TR5W Women’s Shoes: Sizes 36-43, Color: White
· Weight: 250g (men's size 42)
· RRP: $209.95
Additional Footwear Updates
In addition to announcing new footwear options for road, triathlon, and gravel athletes, Shimano also introduced a new selection of mountain bike shoes including entry-level XC3 and XC1 shoes and the favorite ME7 and ME5 Mountain Enduro shoes. Rounding out the full selection of model year 2021 Shimano shoes are the SD501 SPD sandals.
