Great Shoe, Wear Long Socks
They're good shoes, although they're a tad flimsy feeling. Not a big deal, they're comfortable and fit my American size well. The sole is stiff enough if you like to leave the saddle while climbing. I'm using standard Shimano 2 bolt, but a 3 bolt road could also easily fit.You could get a speedplay on here, but with the riser needed, I wager it wouldn't be comfortable, like the sole needs to be wider at the ball of the foot.Anyway, I like it. These are replacing my Fizik pair I seem to have lost. I actually prefer these tbh.Just wear long songs, the shoe rubs on the ankle a bit, and is annoying on long rides.
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Scott M.
January 05, 2026
Easy to use, quality shoes.
Great shoes for spinning on my current bike setup indoors. Adjusts easily and fits well. Easy to put on and tighten and also remove. Use them 3-4 times a week and have had no issues, good durability so far.
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BOA laces are everything
Particularly for those of us with the Flintstone feet. These BOA laces are going to be a total game changer for ppl with wide, square, otherwise irregular feet.For reference, my feet are wide (E-EE) with essentially no arch. I cannot wear Nike anything. I range from a US men's 9.5-10.5 depending on the manufacturer, style of shoe, and purpose. For running, I wear Hokas in a 10.5 and decided that I would size similarly for my first pair of cycle shoes. After a disaster ordering the absolute trash Peloton Altos shoes (read the reviews, they straight up fall apart) I began researching good shoes for wide feet and settled on the Giros with the BOA. I have owned several Giro helmets and know them to be a quality brand.These shoes have not disappointed. Although I can't yet review longevity, I can tell you that after several hard rides they show no sign of degradation. I am, so far, riding indoor exclusively with Delta clips on a Peloton.The real standouts are the BOA and the carbon sole. The BOA system is, frankly, pure genius. It looks super cheap and gimmicky, then you put them on and tighten up... Never has my foot felt so precisely secured within footwear. These could work for narrow OR wide feet equally well. Each little click snugs the shoe in micro adjustments which are perfectly uniform across my foot. This allows more leeway when sizing up for wide feet/swelling. You'd think perhaps the wire could become problematic, possibly creating pressure or digging in somewhere along its track. Nope. These are simply the most comfortable piece of exercise gear I've ever purchased.Cannot wait to see this tech transferred to other stuff. K2 already has a ski boot out 🥹 BOA really could change the game for those of us with funky feet.
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Never Stops Squeaking
Shoe is comfortable and provides plenty of support for speed work and mashing. One complaint: These shoes squeak! The squeaking seems to be produced by the tongue rubbing against the inside of the shoe. Anyone who is nearby immediately notices.
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LowellMidkiff
April 16, 2025
Amazing Spin Shoes!!
I originally bought these cycling shoes because I thought they were sleek and I liked the idea of the BOA. I could not have been more impressed with the quality, comfort, and style of these shoes. They're quick and easy to slip on before class, they have great support, and I just can't imagine wearing anything else to cycle in! Definitely a great shoe for the price! I will definitely be buying another pair when these wear out - if they ever do!
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The Watkins
July 05, 2021
Comfortable, Fast, and Stylish - much like myself
Fore the past couple of years, I've been riding my road bike and rocking some Giro shoes, but always a hybrid shoe meant for mountain biking and walking. I really liked the look of these, and since I knew my size in a Giro shoe, I was reasonably sure they were going to fit well.I wasn't wrong. At all. I was so right, it started to feel like it was wrong to be so right.But I wear a 9.5 and the 44 fits perfectly, so if you are planning to get a Giro shoe, that sort of conversion should work out pretty well.In the end, this shoe is just amazing. Super comfortable, easy to get on and off, and it took about 3 minutes to get my cleats installed and set up on the bike. I recommend these shoes for sure.
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TheKaizenOne
March 04, 2025
Well-Made Shoes, But Too Narrow for Wide Feet
The Giro Cadet Cycling Shoes are well-constructed, lightweight, and look great. The materials feel high-quality, and the BOA closure system allows for a snug, adjustable fit. They provide good power transfer and are comfortable—if they fit your feet properly.Unfortunately, they were too narrow for my wide feet. Even after trying to break them in, they still felt tight and uncomfortable on longer rides. If you have standard or narrow feet, these could be a great choice, but for those with wider feet, they may not be the best option.I had to return them, but if Giro offered a wider version, I’d definitely give them another try!
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