cycling shoes

Clipless pedal footwear

Cycling shoes are specialized footwear designed to attach to bicycle pedals, typically through cleats on the sole that clip into compatible pedals.

The stiff soles transfer pedaling power more efficiently than regular shoes.

Road cycling shoes have smooth soles and recessed cleats make walking awkward, while mountain bike shoes have treaded soles for off-bike terrain: I forgot my cycling shoes and had to ride in sneakers.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G