Whether you’re a beginner, regular or professional cyclist, wearing road bike shoes is essential for your comfort and sporting performance.
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While cyclists need to pay careful attention to their choice of bike, they also need to choose the most suitable shoe. More sophisticated than a standard shoe, the cycling shoe is made up of several distinct components which, when well chosen, create a particularly high-performance model.
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Not only is the type of clamping essential for good support of the foot during pedaling, it also correlates with your performance, especially when you opt for a rigid sole. In fact, the more precise your clamping type, the better your performance, which is why it needs to be chosen carefully according to your expectations. Here you’ll find the three main clamping devices, although it’s sometimes possible to combine several of them.
This tightening system (strap or knob adjustment, for example) allows you to adjust your shoe to suit your foot. You can also tighten it while you’re riding, for maximum performance when you’re pedaling. Clamping with this type of system is very precise. One of the best-known is the Boa clamp (small round knob).
Shoelaces are making a comeback, offering cyclists a relatively comfortable alternative. Featuring a less precise tightening system, these will be preferred for certain disciplines such as mountain biking and enduro.
Also known as “scratch”, they are practical and sturdy. This system is recommended for beginners. In addition to comfort, it offers good foot support and is easy to adjust, even when riding. However, in wet weather, the scratches may tend to lose their grip.
As with many disciplines, the choice of insole is crucial. The soles of cycling shoes are rigid to ensure excellent power transfer. They are generally made of nylon or carbon fiber. Cycling shoes with carbon fibersoles are super-light, very stiff and offer better power transfer than any other material. When it comes to choosing a sole for your cycling shoes, you have two main options.
Rigid insoles are generally suitable for cyclists looking for performance. In fact, the rigid soles are made of carbon, making them thin, light and efficient at redistributing your power. However, when mentioning the rigid sole, it’s important to also mention the disadvantage that accompanies it. In this case, we’re talking about the possible discomfort caused by the latter, especially over long distances.
Semi-rigid insoles are designed for beginners or those who are not particularly performance-oriented. These insoles are made of polyamide, fiberglass or nylon. The fact that they are semi-rigid means they are comfortable to wear. The soft sole stands out for its price, which is more affordable than carbon.
La taille d’un vélo de course est déterminé via deux éléments clés : la longueur du tube horizontal et celle du tube de selle (axe de pédalier – sommet du tube). Ces deux dimensions exprimées en cm valident la taille de cadre d’un vélo.
Avant de craquer pour le vélo de ses rêves, il est nécessaire de calculer avec précision 2 critères physiques fondamentaux : la taille et la hauteur de l’entrejambe.
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