As part of its 25th anniversary SPD celebrations Shimano has released its second commemorative shoe and pedal combination of the year.
Shimano’s new M200 Blue Enduro/Trail shoe with matching blue XTR style M995 trail or M990 race pedals continues the trend set by a revolutionary design in 1990.
Whilst some will look back on the pre-1990 days with nostalgia, for many it was the dark age of cycling shoes and clothing. The dawn of dayglow cycling fashion and the most rudimentary mountain bikes attracted only the bravest souls to the off-road world.
So the launch of Shimano’s first M737 SPD pedal and compatible M100 shoe was an awakening moment for many. Allowing feet to be kept in contact with pedals across the roughest terrain suddenly meant a satisfying level of off-road racing was possible.
To celebrate that pivotal moment, Shimano’s new limited-edition M200 Blue becomes the third colorway for the top of the range M200 Enduro shoe (joining black and army green models); designed with a perfect blend of pedaling efficiency and added protection for riders to attack the trail uphill and revel in faster downhill descents.
It combines the light weight pedaling efficiency of an XC shoe with the durability, grip and armour that aggressive trail riders require.
Highlights of the M200 include its efficient speed-lacing system, high protection element from its asymmetrical ankle collar, armored lace and toe shield, high-grip arch pad on the outsole and carbon fibre reinforced midsole with Torbal torsional sections, low profile adjustment buckle and heel stabilizing design.
The M200 blue is made with a synthetic leather upper, cushioned insole and variable density durable rubber outsole weighing 762g (size 40), available in sizes 38-50.
