Fizik

Versatile, so durable, so comfortable and light enough. I put 40k miles on my mine. Eventually the cover wore and the white coloring turned beige. Put it on the shelf and replaced it with an Arione R3. Much like another poster here, the fiberglass shell cracked after 2 years. Put the classic back on while waiting for a fresh one. I'm staying with the classic. Maybe not the sexiest, lightest, but close enough. And, it will last. What a concept.

I have a history of buying shoes off the bottom of the price sheet because I walked the heels off several pair while developing my climbing mojo (such as it was). I also check BTD for the deal of the day right after midnight every morning so when I saw the Fizik Tempos for less than half price I was digging my Visa out at 1:00 am. Another phobia I will admit to is that shoes with attached moving parts (boulles?) look too delicate for my life style. The Fizik Tempos have very nice Velcro straps that stay where they�re put tightness wise. Also excellent stiffness on the soles and beautiful uppers in a blue that goes with the color of my TREK road bike. So we give the whole deal a 100%�.not a big surprise since I�ve been at least happy if not elated everything I�ve bought from BTD even the rate item I pay retail for.

I have a history of buying shoes off the bottom of the price sheet because I walked the heels off several pair while developing my climbing mojo (such as it was). I also check BTD for the deal of the day right after midnight every morning so when I saw the Fizik Tempos for less than half price I was digging my Visa out at 1:00 am. Another phobia I will admit to is that shoes with attached moving parts (boulles?) look too delicate for my life style. The Fizik Tempos have very nice Velcro straps that stay where they�re put tightness wise. Also excellent stiffness on the soles and beautiful uppers in a blue that goes with the color of my TREK road bike. So we give the whole deal a 100%�.not a big surprise since I�ve been at least happy if not elated everything I�ve bought from BTD even the rate item I pay retail for.

The Fizik Terra Powerstrap X4 Gravel Shoe is a solid choice for gravel riders looking for comfort, style, and functionality on mixed terrain. The standout feature of this shoe is its Powerstrap design, which uses a unique hook-and-loop system to secure the foot snugly without pressure points. This makes it easy to adjust on the fly and keeps your foot in place even on rough trails.

The X4 outsole offers the right balance between stiffness and flex, making it comfortable for both riding and the occasional hike-a-bike. While it's not as rigid as a dedicated road shoe, it performs well on gravel, offering good power transfer and decent grip when walking. The shoe also has a stylish, streamlined look and durable materials that handle mud and dirt well.

One downside is that the shoe may not be ideal for riders with wide feet, as the fit is fairly narrow. Overall, the Fizik Terra Powerstrap X4 is a well-designed, comfortable gravel shoe that�s both functional and great-looking, ideal for cyclists who prioritize versatility and style in their gravel gear.