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Pretty great video overall! Try increasing the final edit playback speed just slightly. It seems that for people who aren’t very experienced with narration - it helps smooth out the listening flow.
I'm glad that I'm not the only one that struggles with shoe covers. Also, I finally discovered that if you put the shoe cover on FIRST, before the shoe, it's easier to pull them over the shoe after.
@@pierrex3226 No, you put the shoe cover on your ANKLE without the shoe. Then you put on the shoe, then you pull the cover down over the shoe. I dunno if this is common knowledge or what, but I always put on the shoe and then struggled to pull the cover over the shoe and it would take me ages and I'd rip the more delicate ones. I've been riding bikes for so long and I couldn't believe it'd taken me so many years and so many struggles to put them on like this. It's so much easier.
Yep I also came to this method through trials and tribulations. I use neoprene overshoes made by a company called Spatz - recommended by many seasoned UK cyclists. They do the job, keeps your feet dry and warm. But to get them on? Man alive if you manage it, you feel as if you need to knock out at least 150km to make the effort worthwhile. One things for sure you'll be properly warmed up before you leave for your ride.
1:10 put the shoe cover up your ankle and stick your foot though the large shoe hole, put your shoe and tighten it, and then bring the cover down on your shoe. That's how you put shoe covers on without the hassle.
I'm in Alaska. I have the 45 Nrth Japanther. They are very much like a cross between the Giro and Shimanos you reviewed. They have bomber lugs, a nice combo velco cuff and dry zip and they are good to 20 degrees. They have pull on heel loop and no other exterior do-dads to muck up so they hose off in a flash. I've had mine for 6 years and they are still in great shape. I give them an 11 out of 13 rating. Great video Dustin.
Also, if anyone out there needs a COLD weather boot, the Blivet Quilo is rated down to -18C (-4F). I have a pair because I used to live in Montreal and they really do work for the cold and snow.
Yip ! Total gamechanger. Winter shoe/boots work. Easy on/ off. Road and off road, 3 bolt and 2 bolt. No faffing with multiple socks, overshoes, baking foil😂. Can't believe I didn't do it sooner.
Great video! I committed year round for more then 10 years in and around Seattle and a good pair of winter shoes was a must have. It was many years ago and not a lot of options but the Lake i had a pair of shoes covers, if it was really Shitty worked well. I had a commute the 1990s the snow was so deep on the I90 floating bridge, I had to run the entire flat section and up the hill on Mercer Island! Cyclocross bike and a smile on my face!
those giros are literally just cross country ski boots. My carbonlite classic boots used the same lace style, shoe/cover design, and central zipper. Actually makes a lot of sense since xc ski boots also connect to the binding at the front and need to be relatively stiff, even the classic ones.
I found the 45NRTH Japanther & Wolfhammer are bother waterproof, but not warm enough for more than an hour and a half. However, battery powered socks have made all the difference in length of my rides in New England
having extre wide feets are great for swimming and hiking, but awful when trying to find good fitting winter shoes :( (wide shoes are usually not enough, crocs are too narrow for one). iv opted for winter overshoes when not below freezing(autumn/spring) and just riding mtb with flat pedals when freezing and using hiking boots.
I'm in the same boat as you, the only problem is I get very cold feet and overshoes do not do the trick for me. They shops in my area hate me, I try all the shoes and never buy anything... The cycling shoe industry really have to do something for us wide footed fellas
@@thispodI’ve got Bont double wides which are amazing - well the Vaypor+ are, they were so good that I bought the Vaypor G and they’re not nearly as wide even in the same size. Full custom is the only other option but that’s a lot more.
Great video, I have the Giro blaze and wanted to love them but i find them so tight round the ankle that bottom of my shin above the ankle became very painful. Also the slide fastener works well but has to fit under the cover which is very tight making the zip hard to close. I also have the 45north Ragnarock and the only issue has been the boa system which is not great and i have had to replace twice so far. Keep going back to my old Shimano MW80’s. So try on carefully before you buy.
The Giro would win for me just because it doesn't contain the pox that is BOA. There is also the Endura MT500 that is much like Giro. Another option is the Leatt 7.0 HydraDri that, construction wise, is the same as their normal shoes, but bathed in a waterproof cover. Also... There are other options, especially for those that have less PNW winters and more real winters. As someone that bikes through the winter in MN, I have some suggestions. The Blivet Sports Quilo boots (there are different types, all with the same name) are better than there 45NRTH counterparts. Just as warm, but slimmer in construction/feel. Also, recent 45NRTH offerings have been less durable than older offerings. The big thing to remember is that for cold weather, good wool socks are a must. Closer 100% wool the better.
45N Japanthers, Specialized Defrosters are both major league winter boots. Both warm, water-proof and comfy. Buy 1 full size larger than normal shoes for merino wool winter socks (riding in western mass, outside, all winter, commuted at 6:30am for 7 years). My older Shimanos were warm but not very waterproof. Also own a pair of Sidi "rain boots" which are great for keeping the wet out but not very warm. I've got mine, but if I was buying new now I'd buy the 45N Ragnorok or Japanther.
ah good for you. I'm having big problem finding a shoe that would fit me. Sadly big foot here. Shimano doesn't do the same size range for winter shoes as they do for summer ones
Tell me about it I'm a size 50 and you have to get whatever there is going lake do their winter range in a 49-50 i managed to snag some sidi gore frost 2's on sale in a 50 good luck 🤞
@@zedddddful ok went forward and got northwave Celsius XC Arctic GTX thanks for the inspiration (just did the math calculation looking at my shimano shoes and how long was the insert)
Mad respect to the PNW winter riders. Cold rain is really difficult to dress appropriately for compared to riding in freezing temps and snow. I swear by my Bontrager OMW boots but I care more about insulation and having a removable liner over being 100% waterproof.
No it isnt. You wear actual rain gear. Rubber boots with flats. Its legs, lungs and heart that matters not pedals and shoes. Its never off season for me but it is for you so aero doesnt matter and neither does weight. If you work harder you're that much better off in the spring. So stop shoping like a pro racer and start shopping like a humble commuter. You will be far more comfortable and the money you save can probably pay for a week riding some where warm in the sun.
Very good video. I like the openness and candor. With respect to the selling aspect of what you're doing. I tend to consider your opinions more as a result! Keep going. Also, yeah. I tend to buy one set of shoe covers every year so maybe I should be going for a dedicated winter shoe.
If you are riding consistently through the winter each year(sound like you are). You deserve some winter shoes(if budget allows). they really do make the difference.
Here I am in South Texas and I have not worn shoe covers yet this season. I did wear wool socks one day because I had them. So why am I watching this? Because it DK and DK you are entertaining. Thanks for the video.
Winter riding shoes have a big problem - they have a big hole in the top, which lets in water. Water runs down your legs into your boots. Once your feet are wet they are toast. Not warm toast, I mean cold and frigid, which ruins your ride. What you need are neoprene cuffs which clamp the leg and overlaps the top of the boot. Viola, no water runs down your legs into the boot. Winter boots need cuff supplementation when water is around.
after 40 years of cycling and many years commuting to work in winter the toe covers do not provide enough protection from the wind. The toe covers also do not keep your feet from getting wet in wet snow and rain. situation is the decider of what you need. I used full covers that zipped on the side and were gortex with leather bottoms i still have them after 20 years
Dustin’s original winter shoe/boot shown is Lake’s MX145. Amazing product; these converted me to Lake. The new MX146 is even better, and Lake also makes two models to step up/down to cover sub-zero conditions. I use the MX146 down to around -5C.
Cycling shoes are TOO NARROW! And no half sizes, especially for winter gear, means that if you have to size up to fit at all, you end up with 1" of empty toe box and toe overlap for days. Cycling industry, I want to give you my money, why don't you want it?
Just looking at your title photo... You know what an actual pro does? A real pro knows that the theory of spinning was debunked years ago. The pro elite peleton mashes they dont spin. In my own testing experience with a coach in a spin studio. Spinning will cause a lower watts output absolutely. Proven by the meters on the screen in test. Real pros also know you dont need clips or shoes. I can get over 130 rpm on the pedals with flats wearing gum boots or Gortex hikers and rain pants. I easily maintain 90 to 100rpm with dry, warm feet. No covers or any kind of cycling shoe with holes in the bottom for cleat bolts will keep water out. Ive commuted full time and mountain biked year round in Vancouver BC. I tried everything. Neopreme socks at least keep you warm. This is a fact no matter what you are going to say. Anything with seams and bonded pieces WILL leak in short order. Rubber rain boots dont especially with a rain pant over top. Nope, its not aero. Its off season. Since I can ride away from half the pro geek roadies and keep up with half of the rest I see on my mountain bike I know its your legs and lungs that matter. But keep towing the industry line. You gotta keep that ad revenue and review product coming in.
Now if we could just get manufactures to produce even a few options for large riders. 6'5" 270# size 15(50) shoe. Don't even get me started on how frame designs don't fit me anymore!
Since this video I bought and tested the Giro Blaze shoes, and I am very satisfied. Just be mindful that you need at the very least one size bigger than what you usually use, that it fits easily on narrow feet, and the closing of the zips is really tight above the ankle. The waterproofing is very good, went through ponds of mud and water, generously dipping the shoes under the water, feet remained perfectly dry (do not immerge the feet higher than the top of the shoes though 😅). I've not had temperatures below 4°C (but with humid/rainy weather) and did not felt cold. Not sure how they handle colder weather but where I live, it also means dryer weather so... I am confident it will be enough for my place.
I haven't seen anybody mention this: The zipper on the Giro isn't broken, it's a feature. Flap the little tab down and it locks up and pull it away from the zipper or up it unlock it. I really love those zippers.
I have the previous version of the Shimano boot- MW701, they have a Michelin tread and look a lot grippier than the version reviewed here. These winter boots have been a complete game changer for my winter riding, and having some riding trousers that go over the ankle cuff makes a big difference.
Id rather have a pair of your own colab trainer i can't use these cycle shoes i can never get the feel of my bike under me with them on! Kinda loke driving in welly boots can't feel the pedles dont like that
I took this to heart and picked up a pair of Sidi boots on sale from PDX-based biketiresdirect. I'm super stoked to avoid the shoe cover shuffle (Which one? How cold will it be?). The best part of the full GTX boots is that there is no splash-up through the sole. This is definitely a solid piece of advice and a long-term purchase.
Yo, super exciting Friday night here. Pouring through Gorewear jacket reviews haha. If you had to buy one Gwear jacket which would it be? Competitive Cyclists has C5 Shakedry 1985 for $180 and the C3 Infinium for $108. Seems like everybody swoons over the shakedry shite. Worth it? If you reply Ill know you are enjoying Portland winter as much as I am haha. Thanks
When zippers on shrouds are pointed up they’re not “locked” and can and will migrate but when you flip the zipper down it locks the zipper and it won’t migrate.
"Why 12?" says the man who measures his heigth in inches. Also Endura does a hardshell overshoe that's made of thick neoprene and is more durable than the sock-style ones. Still a pain to put on and does not close the venting holes beneath the sole but works great in dry and mildly rainy conditions.
please review the Giro's after the season! i passed them up for Northwave's Kingrock GTX because the Giro Blaze top layer appears to be too similar to DMT's WKM1 which only lasted a season because the outer layer cracked along the zipper. Also, they're not the warmest and if you care about personal records & KOMS, forget it. The Kingrock's are the warmest boots i've had so far, the coldest i've ridden them in was -5 C, & the waterproofing works well too
Completely unrelated to the topic of this video, I saw your tire storage @2:25 and realized that I could just re-roll my folding bead tires instead of just jamming them in a tote or hooking them on nails around the garage.
I have been using a pair of neoprene shoe covers from Performance for well over 10 years. Get them oversized. I have winter shoes but they are too heavy. I found slightly larger shoes with shoe covers warmer than winter shoes. Winter shoes have thicker soles which is their big plus. The soles are where you lose all your heat.
Hey Dustin - you need to convince CC to give discounts to buyers who have already purchased before. I still purchased a pair of 45s from them but still--
here just for curiosity. where i live, winters have been coming much dryer and hotter in the last 15/20 years, from having ocasional snow and not uncommon heavy rains, to 2 days under 0° last winter. i've just discarded some old waterproof shoe covers that were rotting in the garage. so 0 snow, almost 0 mud, a few drops of rain. the dust on the other side.... i feel i'm living in the set of Interstellar.
I run the Shimano MW701. I add a Castelli toe cover and a toe warmers and I'm good for 4 hour rides at temperatures of -5 C to -10 C. The toe covers add wind and water resistance and the toe warmer makes good heat. I wear two pair of medium weight wool socks.
Couldnt agree more with winter shoes being a game changer in my cycling. Always hated those over booties. Sometimes I'd give up a ride just to the thought of putting those on. I have the shimano one. Very nice shoe. Can't comment on the others. For some reason, it is very hard to find (don't even know if you can) the regular version of the shoe. I could only find the wide version. I just do what the video says, I use a ticker sock. It works, but not necessarily ideal.
I had some Northwave GTX artics. I thought they would be waterproof but they were not and took ages to dry after riding in the rain all day. The cuff also ripped after an accident. I don't trust any boot or shoe unless it has an integrated "rain jacket" gaitor
8:20 That Lake outsole and the layout of the upper makes me think that they let Lake or their contracting factory produce the shoe. Also one plus for overshoes it that there is no change in cleat location or height. My winter boots are from a different company than my normal mtb shoes and the slight difference in foot position drives my OCD nuts
I like the design of the Giro shoes. Agree on the Gore rain pants, work great for me. For my flat pedal brethren, I like the Five Ten Freerider EPS mid flat shoes. Nice fit, insulated, and a bit more substantial than regular Freeriders. Have been on rides recently with those in temps low 20’s F. Still use shoe covers for wetness and added warmth, and neoprene toe caps are ideal to keep my toe beans warm.
+1 for the Shimano’s. I run the older version in eastern Canada winter for commuting maximum 1h at a time and they’ve been great! After three years the top Velcro has died however and I had to improvise something to keep the top flap closed.
