Vaude launches new bike shoe range
01/09/2009
German mountain sports specialist Vaude has launched a new shoe collection for mountain bikers, bike travellers and daily commuters.
The new line includes seven models with a variety of purpose-designed soles. The shoes are compatible with click pedal systems, so they can be used for both biking and walking.
There are two race models for mountain bike touring and competitive use, three all mountain models for trans-Alp crossings and downhill mountain biking, and two Trek & Trail models for bike travelling and daily commuting.
The shoes use a three-layer upper shoe construction. A shaft that encircles the whole foot makes up the first layer of the shoe upper. In the second layer, a power strap lies like a band across the shoe, from the inside of the foot over the instep to the outside of the foot. This functions as the closure system and provides stability and a secure fit on the foot. The Vaude Power Cage makes up the third layer. It is said to offer maximum stability during both the upstroke and downstroke when pedalling. The Power Cage also ensures that power is y transferred to the pedal throughout the entire circular pedalling motion and works together with the heel clip for increased heel stability.
Specialised outsole features such as Easy Ramp, Grip Lugs, and V-Gap are designed to meet the needs of different bikers, and insoles are anatomically designed, featuring an antibacterial finish and breathable materials.
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