What Mountain Bike - Best for Racing 4* "Impressively stiff wet weather protection and fair warmth"
• Carbon reinfroced sole
• Gore-Tex membrane upper
• superlace system closure system and front velcro strap
• Ultra Y heel
• Special GTX footbed
Posted by Dave Gould on 16th Dec 2011
Wish that I had bought a pair of these years ago instead of messing about with summer shoes and different overshoes.These will make my winter training so much more comfortable.Only one minor moan,unlike all the other types of shoes that I have had over the years,the cleats were not supplied.
Posted by What Mountain Bike on 16th Nov 2010
Best For Racing
Like most Italian shoes, these Northwaves are relatively narrow, particularly at the toe. The tall, stiff collar rubbing on the ankle irritated some of our testers too. If they fit, though, the mid-weight insulation, Gore-Tex liner and high, well sealed cuff provide decent weather protection.
The sole is impressively stiff for a winter boot too, making these a top choice for competitive riders. The easy clearing, open tread pattern can also take toe studs for extra grip. The cord-lock lacing system is hidden under a splash flap to keep it clean.
In all, a well made several season investment
Unit 1B, Canalside
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