ShimanoSH-MW501 Winter MTB Shoe(Return to Product Page)

I wanted something for gravel biking in cold fall weather (prior to December snows) and early spring before all the sand they put on our icy roads is gone. These shoes are warm, have a wide toe box that I need and comfortable.

This shoe works great in the winter in the intermountain west. It is sized slightly bigger than my Sidi or Shimano shoes. That works great for thicker socks. I was comfortable with wool socks into the teens.

I use these under 40F, and have gone down to 20F. Roomy enough for heavier wool sox and toe warmers. The sinch laces easily adjusts fit from lighter to heavier sox. Velcro closures complete the fit system and seal off your feet.

I've had two sets of these boots. First pair was stolen at the end of last winter so I replaced again this fall. For Pacific Northwest riding, these boots will keep you covered pretty well through most of the winter. I get cold feet really easily, so these come out whenever the temps are below 50. Below 40 I go two pairs of socks. I really don't have any complaints about these boots.

Absolutely love this pair of shoes. The fit was excellent, snapped in and out fantastically, and really kept my feet warm on the cold days. I dont mind my feet being a little warm so I wore them into the spring. I would recommend these to anyone.

These shoes are part of that thing.

While the shoe is well made, some of its warmth is likely due to its inability to BREATH ...

These boots are not as insulated as some winter boots, but I purchased a size or two larger to accommodate thicker socks. Nice for commuting due to the ease of putting on and taking off. Not totally waterproof but I have ridden through some pretty wet conditions and feet stayed relatively dry.

Bought these shoes primarily for winter commuting. I commute year round and the main challenge for me in the winter is warmth of extremities. These shoes have solved that on all but the extremest of cold days, and even on negative Fahrenheit days, paired with the right socks they can get me through my half hour commute (though probably not much further). Water resistance is also appreciated, especially on those days hovering right around freezing with precipitation. Probably the best bike-related purchase I've made this year.

Tried insulated socks, aluminum foil , shoe covers nothing worked. These shoes worked great for me temps in the low 30's for 2 hour rides.

whore these in 36 degree weather and on cold toes

I wanted warmer shoes for winter riding in Wisconsin. my winter riding is mostly road riding, but I ave done 8 or 9 trail rides qith them too.

I like the warmth and the ankle coverage.

They fit my wide feet very well, and have a very adjustable fit. If I am not careful I can get them too tight and my feet will be cold. Set them to the right tightness and they are warm and comfortable with great control.

I do have wide feet, and when set properly for my feet, there is a bit of the velcro visible. I wish the flaps were a bit bigger, but people with narrower feet probably feel the opposite.

So far they have worked great for riding about an hour and a half at a time six days a week in temperatures ranging from 11 to 60 degrees. Typically it has been in the 30-35 degree F range

It is often snowy, and I have been rained on about a half dozen times now, and my feet/socks have never felt wet showing that they breath pretty well too. WHen I wore shoe covers in the past my feet were often wet from sweating.

After using these shoes this winter I will never go back to shoe covers again.

Love the shoe. It keeps my toes warm and that keeps me riding. The size seems to run a bit larger than I am used to, but with winter socks the fit was perfect. Feels like these things are built like a tank, so if weight is your concern you may go elsewhere.

Unfortunately, this is the first pair of Shimano shoes that fit me poorly. Unfortunately, I had to ride in them to figure out they horribly rub my outer ankles when peddling so I can't return them. I've tried to mitigate with adding thicker insoles which has helped a little bit. The good: they're warm. The bad: most everything else in my case unfortunately. Could entirely be just a personal fit issue, but I do ride/have had three other pairs of Shimanos which I really like, hence the trust in the brand. These ones are just not good for me nor my feet.

Good fit for my narrow/flat foot. Really warm. Have yet to truly test long wet ride. Unfortunately, one lace already developed a knot/bubble and does slide through the tightening strap. Should be easy replacement, but bummed it happened so soon (1-2 months in).

Good fit for my narrow/flat foot. Really warm. Have yet to truly test long wet ride. Unfortunately, one lace already developed a knot/bubble and does slide through the tightening strap. Should be easy replacement, but bummed it happened so soon (1-2 months in).

So, after years of riding with cold wet feet I decided to give the Shimano MW501 a try. The first ride out the temperature was at 22 degrees and wet. With a wool pair of socks these shoes rocked. My feet were warm and dry, which is a first while riding for a long time. I used to put the bike up for the winter but not anymore.

Pros:

Waterproof, a thin layer of flannel type of material, with wool socks they will keep ur feet warm, grippy, sturdy, made to last

Cons:

Price (but you get what you pay for) and they run a size big (I wear a 13 so I ordered my typical 48, had to return them for a 47).

Bottom line. GET THEM if you are tired of cold wet feet.

very warm and after sizing down, I think they may be the best fitting bike shoes in my collection. I have a "low volume" foot and fit them with superfeet insert.

Great shoe for getting out on those cold days on my gravel bike. Let me extend my season. Have worn them down to 40 degrees and wind and kept warm.

I love this shoe! It's warm on the trails and is also great for a commuter trip to the grocery store that might include icy walkways. The deep lug soles provide plenty of traction on combination snow, ice, mud & rock trails. It is a good fit for my D width foot and provides solid support with good power transfer to the pedals. So much easier than an over-boot or plastic bag inside my warm season shoes.