The new breed.
Warning: if you upgrade to the Fi''zi:k R1B Uomo Boa Shoe, there''s a good chance you''ll be so spoiled by the sumptuous uppers and irresistibly second-skin fit that you''ll never be able to go back to another shoe. That being said, if you have a penchant for clean, minimal aesthetics and pro-level functionality, you''ll have a hard time finding fault with the R1B Uomo. As the top-of-the-line shoe from a brand that prides itself on simplicity over excessive extras, the R1B Uomo relies on fit and high-end materials to become an indispensable part of kit.
This year, Fi''zi:k replaced last year''s kangaroo leather uppers with its trusted microtex material. If you''re a loyal R1B fan, don''t worry; the synthetic material has already earned its stripes on Fi''zi:k''s extensive line of saddles and other shoes, so rest assured that it''s worthy of a shoe of the R1B''s caliber. With an asymmetrical cut and dual Boa dials providing limitless potential for fit adjustment, the shoes'' one-piece uppers will wrap around your feet in a way not unlike the post-ride burrito you dream about to get you through your last climb of the day. Plus, Fi''zi:k took the time to carve tiny, precise pinpricks throughout the shoes'' uppers to let the shoes, and your feet, breathe on hot days.
Fi''zi:k didn''t stop there either. Other fit details, like an adjustable heel cup for more consistent power transfer and Fi''zi:k''s careful Volume Control design work to achieve a nearly custom fit that goes beyond simpler, less precise models. Along the bottom, a uni-directional carbon fiber sole anchors the shoe, promising the kind of snappy power transfer that has earned the R1B Uomo its well-deserved presence in the peloton. Take a closer look at the soles and you''ll notice a complex, and meticulous arrangement of vents, capably managing airflow without inhibiting your aerodynamic efficiency.
Carbon-soled, top-of-the-line road cycling shoe
Highly durable, ventilated synthetic uppers
Adjustable heel cup improves power transfer
Streamlined, next-to-skin fit from dual Boa dials
Stiff, responsive carbon sole with cooling vents
Fizik designs show artful restraint and uncompromising fit
Item #FIZ003Q

Upper MaterialMicrotex laser-perforated
ClosureDouble Boa IP1 dials
Footbedsculpted
Soleuni-directional carbon vented
Cleat Compatibility3-bolt road
Claimed Weight[size 42.5] 227g
Recommended Useroad cycling
Manufacturer Warranty2 years