Specialized’s Newest Shoe Isn’t What You’d Expect

From: Competitive Cyclist - Friday Jan 22,2021 06:17 pm

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In a Word: Evolved

We weren’t fully expecting the S-Works Ares, but once we wore it, we understood why Specialized deviated from the rest of the S-Works line. This shoe is optimized for sprinting, so its power transfer is off the charts, and it breathes better than other shoes in its class. Read on to see what our Gearheads are saying about the latest shoe from Specialized.

“These are the stiffest-soled shoes I’ve ever worn—the power transfer is incredible yet the split design of the upper allows your foot to flex a bit from side to side”
— Maggie G.

“The overlapping upper spreads pressure across the instep and allows for a level of ventilation similar to the current S-Works 7 Vent, while the Ares’ fit is similar to the S-7.”
— Joe D.

“The internal bootie provides a comfortable fit with more room in the toe box, and the shoe has a very premium look and feel overall.”
— Todd A.

Of the three points of contact on your bike, the shoe-pedal interface is one you don’t want to overlook. High-end pedals let your shoes perform to their best ability.

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