Lightweight MTB shoes

[fatbikephil]

I'm after a pair of summer mtb shoes as the five ten Kestrels I got cheap last year are far too stiff.

Must be bendy, spd type, fairly light, a good chunky sole for walking, wide-ish, laces.

And cheap obviously
Any recommendations welcome

[johnnystorm]

Five Ten Trailcross SPD would seem the obvious choice if you like/fit Five Tens but want laces and some flex. Also on bargain blowout across the Ashley Empire.

[voodoo_simon]

I have an old pair of specialized Rime that fit the bill except it’s Velcro and not laces… but they’ve changed it to laces and a dial, so may work for you?

There’s also a couple in the Bontrager range but remember the SSR being a popular shoe

[fatbikephil]

Cheers Johnny - no trailcrosses in my size cheap but a couple of places doing them for £70 in my size.

Simon, I's also ID'd the bonty's. Speshes have always been too narrow for me plus trying to avoid boas as I hate them....

[Charliecres]

Shimano AM9? They seem to be available cheap and I’ve done lots of riding and hike-a-bike in an older, now discontinued model. They’re billed as a downhill shoe but have a bendy sole and I find them v comfy to walk in. Not much grip, mind.

[fatbikephil]

Not so sure about the AM9's - velcro closure looks a bit naff
However I've come across the EX5's which look similar to the old MT5's I had yonks ago which fitted well. Except they aren't available in this country!
Did I miss the news release that mtbing in the UK is no more?? WTF are shimano playing at - or are they waiting for CRC to re-appear out of the ashes (pun intended)
I can get them from across the pond but given dicky sizing it's not worth the risk. *sigh* Rant over. My Scott Cruis-R's are probably going to have to be dragged through another season. Anyone want some size 46 5/10 kestrels?

[Hyppy]

However I've come across the EX5's which look similar to the old MT5's I had yonks ago which fitted well. Except they aren't available in this country!

Not quite over here, but they've got 'em at Alpine Trek, Phil, if you hadn't seen: https://www.alpinetrek.co.uk/shimano-fa ... b987460ad1&

I'd just realised that last week's extended hike-a-bikes has killed my Pearl Izumi X-Alp Summits, with a hole worn at the front of the cleat plate of each, so am in the market for something too. I bloody hate shopping for shoes.

[Mart]

I like my Scott CruzR. Think I’m on my third pair as I value my comfort.
They come in both boa and lace variety.

https://www.scott-sports.com/gb/en/prod ... rus-r-shoe

Edit also here a bit cheaper
https://www.tradeinn.com/bikeinn/en/sco ... lsrc=aw.ds

[fatbikephil]

I like my Scott CruzR. Think I’m on my third pair as I value my comfort.
They come in both boa and lace variety.

https://www.scott-sports.com/gb/en/prod ... rus-r-shoe

Edit also here a bit cheaper
https://www.tradeinn.com/bikeinn/en/sco ... lsrc=aw.ds

I actually have a pair, which I think I got on your recommendation! They are getting a bit tired and the cleats dig into my feet when walking but I'm thinking I'll use them anyway until they fall apart and see whats available then

[maxap]

The Scott CruzR with lace looks promising.

I've got a wide foot. Is it good for a wide fit?

Cheers

[Boab]

I've got the Lake MX-201, which have a much wider toe box than most. They do a cheaperer one, which is also lace up, which I will probably buy next time, as the single Boa on mine is problematic.
https://www.saltdogcycling.com/lake-mx1 ... ike-shoes/

[fatbikephil]

The Scott CruzR with lace looks promising.

I've got a wide foot. Is it good for a wide fit?

Cheers

Wide-ish I'd say - my feet are wide and they fit well going the cycle shoe standard one size up. Toe box isnt big however so thin socks only. I also only paid 60 quid for them. Quick drying too

[maxap]

Thanks guys,

The Lake MX-169 sounds good too. I like a bit of room round my toes. Half sizes too.

Cheers

[Mart]

I like my Scott CruzR. Think I’m on my third pair as I value my comfort.
They come in both boa and lace variety.

https://www.scott-sports.com/gb/en/prod ... rus-r-shoe

Edit also here a bit cheaper
https://www.tradeinn.com/bikeinn/en/sco ... lsrc=aw.ds

I actually have a pair, which I think I got on your recommendation! They are getting a bit tired and the cleats dig into my feet when walking but I'm thinking I'll use them anyway until they fall apart and see whats available then

Still using them I use a slightly more rigid insole so don’t feel the cleat digging.