Shimano Men’s RP3 Black Road Cycling Shoes – 49
With SPD and SPD-L compatibility, the Shimano SH-RP3 Road Shoes are perfect for club and recreational cyclists that want comfort, efficiency and all-around performance. Lightweight fiberglass-reinforced sole gives a direct connection to the pedals for increased power output while the synthetic leather upper enhances strength and stability. Air intake/exhaust system offers continuous ventilation, Shimano’s Dynalast promotes a smoother, more energy-efficient upstroke, and dual offset straps with micro-adjust ratchet provide a snug, pressure-free fit. Lightweight fiberglass-reinforced nylon sole achieves the perfect balance of stiffness and compliance Shimano Dynalast ergonomically secures the foot for a more efficient upstroke Synthetic leather upper is supple and stretch-resistant, plus its lighter, stronger and more durable than natural leathers Integrated air intake and exhaust system keeps feet dry and fresh Supple padded tongue adds comfort Dual offset straps relieve pressure points Micro-adjustable, 2-position buckle for precise fit management Wider cleat adjustment range for the ideal shoe-pedal fit Best matched with Shimano PD-R550, PD-R540, PD-540-LA, PD-A520* Pedals *SPD pedals can be used only with SPD cleats with the adapter SM-SH40
Product Features
- Lightweight fiberglass-reinforced nylon sole achieves the perfect balance of stiffness and compliance
- Shimano Dynalast ergonomically secures the foot for a more efficient upstroke
- Synthetic leather upper is supple and stretch-resistant, plus its lighter, stronger and more durable than natural leathers
- Integrated air intake and exhaust system keeps feet dry and fresh
- Supple padded tongue adds comfort
Beware of the size chart! Unfortunately, the size chart that is available on this product page is incorrect. My husband wears a size 11 Wide and therefore purchased these size 45 Wide shoes based on the size chart on this page. He tried them on and his toes were at the very end and he said they were just way too small. Upon putting them back in the box, I noticed the actual size chart on the bottom of the box. As you can see from the photo I took, a size 45 is actually a size 10 1/2. No wonder they were too small…
Easy entry, comfortable fit, adaptable I have only had these shoes for a few days, but I wanted to share my initial feedback in hopes of helping others. I wear a size 12.5 running shoe and I purchased the size 48 WIDE which seems to be a perfect fit for my foot shape. I do a lot of barefoot and minimal running, so my toes splay wider (naturally) and my foot is generally wider now, so my old cycling shoes were just not cutting it any more. I understand the fit on any cycling shoe will be tight because you need the connection to the…