Super cycling shoe deals: big reductions on Sidi, Bont, Fizik, Shimano, Giro and more

Put a spring in your step with some new shoes – we've found some absolute bargains at UK and USA online retailers

Cycling Weekly best shoes
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Your shoes are one – OK, two – of the most crucial pieces of bike kit you can buy. As the interface between your feet and the pedals they need to be able to transfer your power through the drivetrain efficiently but in comfort.

The top racing shoes use very stiff, light carbon-fibre soles which provide a rigid, pressure-point-free platform over the pedal. They can also be very expensive. A rung down, nylon soles are reinforced with carbon-fibre or sometimes simple nylon composite soles will meet both budget and comfort requirements.

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Fizik Infinito R1 at Chain Reaction Cycles £329 £230
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With a UD carbon sole, two Boa IP1-B dials and a well ventilated, microtex laser-perforated upper, these are a pair of high-end shoes that are on sale at a price that's as competitive as their performance.
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Sidi Shot shoes at ProBikeKit £350 £244
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The Sidi Shot shoe is a pro-level shoe that has several Tour de France victories under its Double Tecno 3 Push closure system. It comes with a clever adjustable heel retention system for a customised, perfect fit.
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Bont Riot+ shoes at ProBikeKit £150 £109
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place in our Editor's Choice end-of-year awards for the products we like best. They come in a, ahem, riot of colours but choice is started to get limited at this price.
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Giro Women's Empire ACC shoes £259.99 £119 from Wiggle
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With its super-stiff Easton EC90 carbon sole and supple upper made from a supple, breathable Evofiber – and of course with the superb adjustability of laces – the Empire ACCs combine power and comfort. Limited sizes left, so be quick!
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With its carbon outsole and microfibre upper, the R4B shoes benefit from the racing tech of Fizik's pro-level shoes. As we write there's only size 37 left so if that's you, you're in luck!
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Sidi Ergo 5 Matt Limited Edition shoes £260 £182 from Evans Cycles
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In two limited-edition blue colours, the Ergo 5s look awesome and have a performance to match, with carbon their soles and TechPro microfibre uppers. A great match with your surgical mask at the team presentation!
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Shimano SH-RC9 S-Phyre shoes at Competitive Cyclist $425 $294.95
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Giro Empire SLX shoes at Competitive Cyclist $349.99 $175.99
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Incredibly light, incredibly comfortable and incredibly cool, these are the ultimate lace shoes. With an Easton EC90 SLX2 carbon outsole and a one-piece Evofiber SL upper these are about 100g lighter than the competition.
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Pearl Izumi Race Road v5 women's shoes at REI $160 $111.73
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The V5 uses just a single Boa dial for a secure fit that avoids putting pressure on the soft tissue on top of the foot. The nylon sole has a carbon mid-sole insert to up the stiffness. A great shoe at a great price.
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Giro Raes Techlace women's road shoes at Wiggle $250 $110.74 
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Giro's Techlace system combines a Boa L6 dial with laces for the ultimate in comfort and adjustability. The sole is made from Easton EA70 carbon-fibre and they feature replaceable walking pads. Better than half price!
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Giro Savix women's cycling shoes at Competitive Cyclist $144.95 $115.96
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The Giro Savix shoes feature a women's specific fit, with extra comfort supplied by the single Boa L6 dial paired with a Velcro strap for the best of both worlds. The nylon outsole is compatible with road and mtb cleats.
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DMT SH1 carbon shoes at ProBikeKit $371.49 $226.49
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The DMT SH1s have a hybrid knit/microfiber construction with double Boa IP1 dials for super-secure pedalling. They have an anatomic full-carbon outsole. Just two sizes left at this incredible price so you'd better hurry.
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Bont Helix shoes at ProBikeKit $460.99 $240.49
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The only shoes we've ever seen with internal cable routing, the Bont Helix's wires wrap around and under the carbon chassis for a pressure-free but super secure fit. The sole is made from Toray UD carbon-fibre. An awesome shoe now at an awesome price.
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Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Leader v4 shoes at REI $350.00 $244.73
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The Leader V4 has a carbon sole, a three-layer seamless upper for breathability and comfort and a 'zero distraction' upper fit. The Boa IP1 closure supplies 1mm adjustment and is asymmetric for comfort.
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dhb Dorica shoes at Wiggle $110 $88
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Laces mean infinite adjustability – and almost the same amount of style. The Doricas feature a nylon sole, which is to expected at this price, but if you're on the pedals for a long time a bit of flex can be welcome.

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Simon Smythe

Simon Smythe is a hugely experienced cycling tech writer, who has been writing for Cycling Weekly since 2003. Until recently he was our senior tech writer. In his cycling career Simon has mostly focused on time trialling with a national medal, a few open wins and his club's 30-mile record in his palmares. These days he spends most of his time testing road bikes, or on a tandem doing the school run with his younger son.