• Specification

• Price: £120
• Sizes: 39-48
• Size tested: 42
• Colours: white; black
• Website: Wiggle

Each sole has three vents to help with airflow – two underneath the toes and another underneath the arch of the foot. The shoes also come with a rubber heel buffer to help offer some grip and sole protection when walking, although unlike some more expensive shoes it’s not replaceable. The sole is compatible with traditional three-hole cleats, so will work with Shimano, LOOK, Time and other road pedals based around that design.

The shoes have a synthetic upper made from three panels, ensuring a clean, stylish finish. It’s not the most svelte upper, making the shoes feel a touch more cumbersome than top-end competitors, but then these are a whole lot cheaper. Looks-wise, they remind me a bit of the Giro Trans E70 and Rapha GT shoes. While the upper is perforated, and airflow is fine for riding in moderate or cool conditions, ventilation could be improved in really warm weather. If I were riding in anything approaching 30 degrees for a prolonged period, I would consider using something with more airflow.

That aside, the shoes are reasonably light, with a size 43 coming in at 286g each. That’s not too surprising given they use a full carbon sole, but it is still impressive for the money.

Conclusion

These are very good shoes for the price – and even better given you can currently pick them up for less than the RRP. They look good, have a stiff carbon sole, and offer a secure and adjustable fit. The sizing is an issue and ventilation could be better but otherwise you’re getting a pair of excellent carbon-soled shoes for not a huge amount of money. 

Pros

• Good carbon sole, if not the absolute stiffestt
• Smart looks
• Easily-adjustable fit
• Excellent value for money

Cons

• Sizing is very generous
• Lacking a little in ventilation