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- G.Zephyr: narrow-cut racing shoe with G.Aeroknit upper material, G.Pro Fit last and made in Italy, price 299.90 euros.
- Two BOA-Li2-A twist locks, Tarsal Support System and anti-slip heel cap with gel print ensure foot position and power transmission.
- Anatomical insole and EPS Light Weight Full Carbon Sole 10.0 with ventilation channels, non-slip rubber inserts and compatibility with standard clipless pedals.

Light and airy road cycling shoe: Gaerne G.Zephyr with carbon sole and Aeroknit upper material

- For gravel tours, grip, control and power transfer are crucial; depending on the style, race, adventure or urban set-ups are suitable.
- The gravel shoes mentioned range from affordable entry-level models to stiff carbon race shoes with weather protection and a wide fit.
- Recommended pedals cover SPD/platform combos, lightweight race models with titanium axles and customisable clipless pedals for tough gravel racing.

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- Correctly adjusted cleats prevent foot and knee problems and improve comfort, efficiency and long-term health.  
- Longitudinal position, lateral alignment and rotation angle are crucial for the optimum cleat position; adjustment aids such as Ergon TP1 make this easier.  
- In the event of persistent pain or an out-of-round pedal stroke despite adjustment, a specialist dealer, bike fitter or orthopaedist should be consulted.

Adjust pedal plates correctly: It's child's play with this useful helper

- Ideal gravel shoe combines a stiff, partly carbon sole with some flex, good walking comfort, grippy profile and robust, breathable upper material.  
- Suplest XC/Gravel Performance: stiff carbon sole, high comfort, excellent fit, good running characteristics, narrow shape, test-winning all-rounder.  
- Mavic Cosmic Boa SPD: reasonably priced, road-orientated with low profile; Shimano RX801: very stiff gravel racer, top power transmission, not very comfortable to ride.

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- Lyra: All-round road bike shoe with fibre composite sole (stiffness 8), Double-BOA-Li2 fastener, weight approx. 259 g per shoe without footbed
- Wider toe box, straighter axle and reduced heel-to-toe drop should enable a more natural pedalling feel and regular all-round fit
- Mesh upper with PU reinforcements, clipless road sole, sizes 36-48 (some half sizes), three colour variants, price 249 euros

Fizik Lyra: racing shoe with fibre composite sole and BOA system

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Shoes

Light and airy road cycling shoe
Gaerne G.Zephyr with carbon sole and Aeroknit upper material

Gravel biking gadgets
The best 7 shoe models and pedals

Adjust pedal plates correctly
It's child's play with this useful helper

Gravel shoe buying guide
Top 3 gravel and XC shoes 2026

Fizik Lyra
Racing shoe with fibre composite sole and BOA system

New cycling shoes from Nimbl
2026 collection with a new look

Gravel shoe with Pontoon system
The Shimano S-Phyre on test

Bicycle accessories put to the test
From clothing to invisible stands

Winter cycling clothing
The right clothing for temperatures around 0 degrees

Cycling outfit for the winter
The right clothing for 5 to 10 degrees

Cycling outfit for the winter
Perfect cycling clothing for mild winter days

No more cold feet
6 winter shoes for low temperatures put to the test

Shoes

Shoes

Light and airy road cycling shoeGaerne G.Zephyr with carbon sole and Aeroknit upper material

Gravel biking gadgetsThe best 7 shoe models and pedals

Adjust pedal plates correctlyIt's child's play with this useful helper

Gravel shoe buying guideTop 3 gravel and XC shoes 2026

Fizik LyraRacing shoe with fibre composite sole and BOA system

New cycling shoes from Nimbl2026 collection with a new look

Gravel shoe with Pontoon systemThe Shimano S-Phyre on test

Bicycle accessories put to the testFrom clothing to invisible stands

Winter cycling clothingThe right clothing for temperatures around 0 degrees

Cycling outfit for the winterThe right clothing for 5 to 10 degrees

Cycling outfit for the winterPerfect cycling clothing for mild winter days

No more cold feet6 winter shoes for low temperatures put to the test

Light and airy road cycling shoe
Gaerne G.Zephyr with carbon sole and Aeroknit upper material

Gravel biking gadgets
The best 7 shoe models and pedals

Adjust pedal plates correctly
It's child's play with this useful helper

Gravel shoe buying guide
Top 3 gravel and XC shoes 2026

Fizik Lyra
Racing shoe with fibre composite sole and BOA system

New cycling shoes from Nimbl
2026 collection with a new look

Gravel shoe with Pontoon system
The Shimano S-Phyre on test

Bicycle accessories put to the test
From clothing to invisible stands

Winter cycling clothing
The right clothing for temperatures around 0 degrees

Cycling outfit for the winter
The right clothing for 5 to 10 degrees

Cycling outfit for the winter
Perfect cycling clothing for mild winter days

No more cold feet
6 winter shoes for low temperatures put to the test