northwave STRIKER WIDE MTB Gravel Shoes

Get off the sofa! The STRIKER WIDE MTB/gravel shoes from northwave want to conquer the summer gravel tracks and trails with you and were made for the world off the road. This version of the bike shoe is ideal for wider feet that need a little more volume. In addition to their minimalist design, the shoes impress with their lightness and CARBON XC12 sole, which ensures proper power transfer. They also come with two precise SLW3 SYSTEM fasteners, thanks to which you can secure your MTB or gravel shoes in no time at all. The mesh tongue and numerous vents ensure all-round ventilation, while strategic TPU reinforcements provide abrasion protection.

Details:
• Lightweight MTB cross-country and gravel shoes for men
• Specially developed for wider feet
• Minimalist and airy design
• Air holes seamlessly integrated into the upper material for ideal breathability and effective heat regulation
• Lightweight, thermo-welded TPU reinforcements with high abrasion resistance for more robustness
• Two precise SLW3 SYSTEM dials for accurate adjustments
• Breathable, open mesh tongue for improved air circulation and more comfort
• CARBON XC12 sole with full carbon in the pedal area for outstanding power transfer
• Strategically placed TPU inserts on the rear sole for more traction and grip
• Ergonomic heel shape with specially aligned fibres for a snug, non-slip fit
• Wide fit for wider feet that need more volume

Material:
• Outer fabric: polyurethane, thermoplastic polyurethane
• Lining: polyurethane
• Sole: polyamide

Technical details:
• Compatible with MTB pedal systems with cleats using 2-bolt standard (SPD standard)
• Stiffness index: 12
• Weight: approx. 364 g (per shoe, size EU 42)

Characteristics:
• Power transmission: 6 out of 8
• Lightness: 6 out of 8
• Breathability: 5 out of 8
• Grip: 5 out of 8
(manufacturer’s scale from 0 to 8, serves only for orientation within northwave’s MTB shoe range)

For the best fit, ROSE recommends ordering the shoes one size up.

In the box:
• 1 pair of northwave STRIKER WIDE mountain bike and gravel shoes

Highlights & Technologies:

SLW3 SYSTEM:
The speed lace system closure on the shoes provides perfect support and optimal fit for your feet, is functional and fast to use: Simply open and close the shoe with a flick of the wrist. A large dial allows for precise tensioning of the wires. The shoes can be fully opened at once or step by step. 

CARBON XC 12:
Thanks to a full carbon insert in the pedal area, the CARBON XC12 sole offers good stiffness for efficient pedalling. Thanks to a flexible material in the midfoot area, this sole is perfectly suitable for long-distance riding as well. Strategically positioned TPU panels for high traction and excellent wear resistance. A minimalist design allows the manufacturer to only use materials where they are really needed for maximum efficiency. Stiffness index: 12. 
 

Manufacturer: Northwave S.R.L., Via Levada 145, 31040 Onigo di Pederobba (TV), Italy, www.northwave.com