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Northwave Bike Vertigo SBS Cycling Shoes - Men's

Northwave Bike Vertigo SBS Cycling Shoes - Men's

Item #NTH0074|64 in Stock – Ships Wicked Fast & Free
$109.95
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Black, 40.0 (109.95)
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Black, 43.0 (109.95)
Black, 45.0 (109.95)
Black, 45.5 (109.95)
Black, 46.0 (109.95)
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White/Black, 42.0 (109.95)
White/Black, 42.5 (109.95)
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White/Black, 44.0 (109.95)
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White/Black, 45.0 (109.95)
White/Black, 45.5 (109.95)
White/Black, 46.0 (109.95)
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Northwave Bike Vertigo SBS Cycling Shoes - Men's

The Northwave Men's Vertigo SBS Road Cycling Shoe works through several channels to transfer force effectively, minimize wasted energy, and maximize comfort. Northwave gave this high-performance shoe a fiberglass-filled nylon sole enriched with carbon powder for stiffness and better pedal feel—doughy freshman feet, beware. The Vertigo uses Northwave's patented Step By Step buckle, which not only lets you micro-adjust the tightness (see silver piece), it allows you to release pressure in equally small increments (see yellow piece), so you experience a custom fit. You'll also enjoy natural-feeling heel hold, thanks to the Y-shaped heel counter, and well-ventilated feet, courtesy of Airmesh uppers and perforated footbeds.

Bottom Line: Not shoes—extensions of your feet.

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Rating for this product: 5

Great Value

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September 22, 2008

These shoes are a great value. I previously had the Northwave Hornet, but had to return them since the sizing was a bit off. I picked these up as a replacement, and boy am I glad I did. I love the a) design and look of the White/Black option and b) the buckle system. A very comfortable pair of shoes. Recommended for a roadie on a budget.

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Do these soles accept 2-bolt cleats without adapters?

Do these soles accept 2-bolt cleats without adapters?

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August 14, 2008

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Sizing queston. If I wear a 41 in Pearl Izumi and a 41.5 in...

Sizing queston. If I wear a 41 in Pearl Izumi and a 41.5 in Specialized. What do I need with these?

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August 8, 2008

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I wish I had an easier answer for you other than you need to try both on. Most people I know find Northwave fairly comparable to Pearl Izumi, but really, every single shoe has a different cut. Yes, even within the same model line from a manufacturer. It's an inherit flaw of shoe-making.

Except for Crocs. But those things suck.

Because Backcountry has a killer return policy, you can order both and simply return the one that doesn't fit.

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August 9, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

my husband is a happy man

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July 29, 2008

I got htese for my husband and he raves about how great they are. he was wary of the ratchet but loves how it makes the shoe fit! he also really likes the air flow.

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if i buy these shoes, do they come with the appropriate pedals?...

if i buy these shoes, do they come with the appropriate pedals? this would be the first time i've purchased bike shoes, so i don't know what else i'll need.

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June 11, 2008

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No, shoes do not come with pedals. When you buy some pedals, they will come with the appropriate cleat that will attach to the shoes.

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Rating for this product: 5

These shoes are good

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November 7, 2007

I bought these because I was tired of listening to the sales person in the store go on & on about how great the "ratchet buckle" is on the Shimano shoes - then he couldn't even open it? The buckle on these shoes is SO NICE! It slides easily in & out when the red button is pressed! It holds tight when I need it to. Northwave makes great cycling shoes! I would size up a little though, these tend to run small. I wear a men's 9.5/10 & a 43.5 fit me fine.

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Tech Specs:

Material: [Upper] Synthetic leather, Airmesh
Lining: Synthetic
Soleplate: Carbon-reinforced fiberglass
Tread: No
Lacing: Hook-and-loop, SBS micro buckle
Cleat Compatibility: 3-hole road
Cleat Included: No
Weight: Not specified
Recommended Use: Road biking
Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime