cycling shoe

Clipless pedal partner

A cycling shoe is footwear designed specifically for bicycle riding, with a stiff sole that transfers pedaling power efficiently and a cleat system that clips into the pedal.

Road cycling shoes have smooth soles and recessed cleats that make walking awkward, while mountain bike versions allow easier off-bike movement.

I forgot my cycling shoes and had to ride in sneakers.

Related

clip in · stiff · velcro · boa · ratchet strap · sole · grip · spin · cadence · crank · toe · heel · snug · lightweight · breathable · aerodynamic · road bike · roadie

Opposites
footwear purpose/activity

cycling shoerunning shoe

Athletic shoe for jogging

hiking boot · walking boot · basketball shoe · tennis shoe · cross trainer

mobility/walkability

cycling shoebarefoot

Wearing no shoes

loafer · moccasin · bedroom slipper · flip-flop · sandal

attachment/freedom

cycling shoeslip-on

Laceless, easily donned footwear

barefoot · sandal · flip-flop

Family

cycling, shoe, cycle, cycles, cycled, cyclist, cyclists, bicycle, bicycles

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G