SHIMANO IC2 shoes utilize a mixed-last sizing design that is based on foot size rather than wholly focusing on gender. Smaller IC2 shoes (size 36-41) feature a narrower last similar to other Shimano women's specific fits, while larger shoes (42-48) offer a wider last closer to men’s or unisex designs. Indoor cycling presents a whole new set of challenges this is also true for your feet. The best cycling shoes will cope with the task admirably, of course, but indoor-specific cycling shoes are designed with a few added features that allow them to perform really well indoors. Versatility is also excellent thanks to the sole unit. This is compatible with both 2-bolt and 3-bolt cleats and pedal systems. So whether your spin bike or home trainer bike uses double-sided MTB style pedals or single-sided you can clip in and get pedalling. The lightweight sole, a glass fibre reinforced nylon unit, also offers excellent pedalling efficiency and foot support while also keeping the price of the shoes affordable.

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Shimano's IC1 (IC100) have been designed to cater to the ever growing indoor cycling market, with a superlight and breathable design that lets you hit the trainer hard, whether that be on Zwift or another virtual app, or just getting the hammer down old school style! The ic1 shoes are slightly lighter than the IC2 shoes, weighing 250g per shoe compared to 265g per shoe. This might not make a huge difference in performance, but it could affect your comfort and preference. Read our full TIEM Slipstream cycling shoe review . How to choose the best shoes for Peloton and indoor cycling The IC1 shoe compatible with most popular cleat designs. This includes Peloton, SoulCycle as well as Shimano’s own cleats. It uses a five-hole design to work with 2- and 3-bolt (SPD and SPD-SL) cleat mounts, and will work with several of the proprietary spin bike designs. That means you can use one set up on your bike at home or take these shoes to the spin studio. Not surprisingly, the best Peloton shoes overall are those made by Peloton itself, but these spin shoes can be used on other exercise bikes, too. These lightweight, breathable upper and mesh vent Peloton shoes feature a ratchet clip and velcro straps. If you plan on purchasing these shoes with your new bike, Peloton will deliver your shoes with your bike so you’ll have them in time for that first ride.

If you're doing a lot of e-racing you probably still want a performance-orientated shoe that still has a reasonably stiff sole to maintain efficient power transfer. If you are riding indoors, especially without a fan where it's pretty warm, a well-ventilated pair of indoor-specific shoes might make a world of difference to your on-bike comfort.

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Besides ventilation, the other considerations are comfort, cleat compatibility, and affordability, but here's a more detailed breakdown of all the things you should take into consideration while making your choice. Which type of cleat do I need? If you’re an indoor cyclist, you either have your outdoor bike set up on a trainer inside, or you have an indoor specific bike. In either case, the concern when getting a pair of indoor cycling shoes is the compatibility with your bike and pedals. The IC1 has a five-hole construction, which means that it’s compatible with all popular pedal systems, including SPD-SL/3-hole/Delta systems, as well as SPD/2-hole systems. In other words, the IC1 is compatible with Peloton pedal systems, SoulCycle pedal systems, as well as your outdoor bike pedals.