Fizik

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.

I have been riding for over 20 years and dealing with foot neuroma pain for the past 15 or so. For many years I did well with the shimano r 320 46 wide, but as they aged I came in need of new shoes. I have tried on and returned so many shoes over the years, multiple lakes, s-phyres, rapha and couldn�t get the right feel until the fiziks. They are awesome for me! I did size down to a 45 and they are perfect. I did a 3 hour ride the day after I got them and all was well. Short story long, they are awesome! Their cleat position also allows for rearward placement, better than others I have tried, so that is a big reason they fit me well and take pressure off the neuroma area. Good luck!

DKlein, of Everything's Been Done, recommended this. I ordered one, and it arrived days before the vineyard (and desert) ride based in Palisade,CO. I signed up for their 58 mile ride. Temperatures ranged from 55 to 86: the saddle runs and looks cool. I've tried several saddles before, with the most recent Brook's Carved C17. This Fizik saddle is comfortable: I thought of it only when repositioning myself, confident its hexagons would hold me until I changed again. They're grippy in a good way I would say. This saddle is very light, and did its part when I had to rest the bike on it and bars to repair a punctured front tire. BTD's $233 price was a good investment.

I'm very happy with this saddle. One of my first rides after installing it was a century ride. No more pain up front! I still have a little soreness at the sit bones but only on those long rides. The difference between many previous saddles and this one is huge. One feature that helps in my general comfort level is the grippy surface. No more gripping to stay in place - something I didn't realize I'd been doing. It's a great saddle and makes a big difference overall.