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Plunging down the rabbit hole of which cycling shoes to buy just might consume your entire afternoon if you aren''t careful, but getting a shoe that''s comfortable, versatile, and functional when you''re just starting out isn''t as complicated as it might seem. Take Shimano''s SH-RP2 Cycling Shoe, for example; with a women''s-specific fit and simple, effective design, it won''t require you to shake every last coin out of your wallet to get out comfortably on the roads.
Shimano uses a design that''s compatible with both two- and three-bolt cleats for the SH-RP2, so if you''re transitioning from spin classes to outdoor riding, this shoe will be able to do both. While you pedal, the ventilated upper will keep air moving between your toes, while the fiberglass-reinforced nylon sole dutifully works to transfer power from your feet to the pedals. If you''ve ever spent a ride with squished toes or a numb instep, you''ll be grateful for the two hook-and-loop straps and ratcheting buckle design on the SH-RP2, allowing you to achieve a secure fit without any painful pressure points.
Fiberglass-reinforced nylon sole
Two- and three-bolt cleat compatible
Padded tongue
Offset strap
Women's-specific fit
Item #SHI00AB