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Review by Two DogReviewed 8/30/2018by Two DogWine Country3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Been wearing Sidi cycling shoes for 30 yearsTried a few others but always came back for the fit and quality. Each successive pair was better than the last . . . until now. These are very good shoes, but flawed. The pair I bought five or six years ago were better. These were noticeably more narrow, even though the same size. I can wear them in summer team socks just fine, but come winter, when I usually wear thin, Merino wool socks under my team socks, I will be out of luck. The saw-toothed edge of the shoes' tongues actually cut into the skin at the front of my ankles enough to make them bleed. The dial retention system is clever but not as easy to use, on or off the bike as the previous levernotch system. It wasn't broke, so why did they fix it?
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Tried a few others but always came back for the fit and quality. Each successive pair was better than the last . . . until now. These are very good shoes, but flawed. The pair I bought five or six years ago were better. These were noticeably more narrow, even though the same size. I can wear them in summer team socks just fine, but come winter, when I usually wear thin, Merino wool socks under my team socks, I will be out of luck. The saw-toothed edge of the shoes' tongues actually cut into the skin at the front of my ankles enough to make them bleed. The dial retention system is clever but not as easy to use, on or off the bike as the previous levernotch system. It wasn't broke, so why did they fix it?
Review by CCRReviewed 9/6/2019by CCRCycling EnthusiastNassau, The BahamasAwesome!!Well built, what one would expect from Sidi, , comfortable, stiff sole that won't disappoint, attractive looking and in my case, the yellow colors adding to safety while riding, overall, this represent a compelling buy that offers a great value for money spent, not withstanding awesome service from this reputable company
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Well built, what one would expect from Sidi, , comfortable, stiff sole that won't disappoint, attractive looking and in my case, the yellow colors adding to safety while riding, overall, this represent a compelling buy that offers a great value for money spent, not withstanding awesome service from this reputable company
Review by [email protected]Reviewed 11/24/2019Greensboro NC Have been wearing sidi's for over 30 yrs, another fine product sidi.Have been wearing sidi s-pros for 15 years or more. The alba is a great shoe for a second pair mainly for winter riding.
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Have been wearing sidi s-pros for 15 years or more. The alba is a great shoe for a second pair mainly for winter riding.
Review by NVCyclerReviewed 4/19/2019by NVCyclerCycling EnthusiastVirginia 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.A very nice shoe that is a value buyI am a fan of Sidi shoes but I am always look for value among the offerings and this shoe makes the cut. It is comfortable. I like closure mechanism and it looks good. And with Sidi, you can always get any parts of the shoe that wear out.
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I am a fan of Sidi shoes but I am always look for value among the offerings and this shoe makes the cut. It is comfortable. I like closure mechanism and it looks good. And with Sidi, you can always get any parts of the shoe that wear out.
Review by KMannix Reviewed 9/11/2018by KMannix Cycling EnthusiastCentral Florida 2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Another quaility shoe from Sidi I have been using Sidi shoes for over twenty five years and they are always the best in quality. I can always get the same size and they are a perfect fit. I have had some of my shoes for a long time and as long as you store them inside, they seem to last forever. The Alba road shoes are no exception. They are made with high quality and have the proper fit like all my other Sidi's. The buckle system seems to work good and is easy to adjust. We will have to wait and see if there are any long term issues. I am overall satisfied with my purchase and would recommend them to anyone looking for an inexpensive pair shoes with the well know Sidi fit and quality.
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I have been using Sidi shoes for over twenty five years and they are always the best in quality. I can always get the same size and they are a perfect fit. I have had some of my shoes for a long time and as long as you store them inside, they seem to last forever. The Alba road shoes are no exception. They are made with high quality and have the proper fit like all my other Sidi's. The buckle system seems to work good and is easy to adjust. We will have to wait and see if there are any long term issues. I am overall satisfied with my purchase and would recommend them to anyone looking for an inexpensive pair shoes with the well know Sidi fit and quality.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 9/3/2018by Anonymous0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Very happy , best shoes for the priceShoes are very comfortable ,the fit was perfect and easy to adjust with the marks on the bottom for cleat setup. As an added bonus the color of shoes matches my bike.
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Shoes are very comfortable ,the fit was perfect and easy to adjust with the marks on the bottom for cleat setup. As an added bonus the color of shoes matches my bike.
Review by brkrReviewed 5/7/2018by brkrCycling Enthusiastnorthern WI1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.typical expected quality from an industry leaderMy second pair of Sidi road shoes. I was looking for the turnbuckle style of shoe in place of the lever action clasps. That detail (and particularly so multiple turnbuckles) dramatically affect the shoe price. This pair was not inexpensive but on sale they actually came in under my other pair (Genius Fit). I just have several hundred miles on them since I started using them a few weeks ago. Comfortable, easy inout and they're neon green so they can't be missed by the motorists!
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My second pair of Sidi road shoes. I was looking for the turnbuckle style of shoe in place of the lever action clasps. That detail (and particularly so multiple turnbuckles) dramatically affect the shoe price. This pair was not inexpensive but on sale they actually came in under my other pair (Genius Fit). I just have several hundred miles on them since I started using them a few weeks ago. Comfortable, easy inout and they're neon green so they can't be missed by the motorists!
Review by Bob Reviewed 4/16/2018by Bob beantown1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Great shoe from Sidi Got a discount on a great shoe from Sidi. Fits true to size. Reg 46. Eyes are still adjusting to the fluoro color. visibleformiles
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Got a discount on a great shoe from Sidi. Fits true to size. Reg 46. Eyes are still adjusting to the fluoro color. visibleformiles
Review by SD''AnnaReviewed 3/23/2018by SD''AnnaCycling EnthusiastOakland, MI4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Very nice entry level road shoe with wide toe boxThis is a very nice road shoe that fits me perfect. I've had issues with hot feet and tight toe boxes- this shoe solves the problem. I'm normally between a 10.5 and 11 US and several size 45 road shoes were too tight while the 46 size was too big. I purchased this shoe in 45 and it fits great. Needless to say, this is a very cool looking shoe that has a high end look with a lower level price. I would highly recommend this shoe and of course, Biketiresdirect is great to work with.
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This is a very nice road shoe that fits me perfect. I've had issues with hot feet and tight toe boxes- this shoe solves the problem. I'm normally between a 10.5 and 11 US and several size 45 road shoes were too tight while the 46 size was too big. I purchased this shoe in 45 and it fits great. Needless to say, this is a very cool looking shoe that has a high end look with a lower level price. I would highly recommend this shoe and of course, Biketiresdirect is great to work with.
Review by BerkellyReviewed 11/29/2019by BerkellyCycling EnthusiastBerkeleyLove this shoeGood fit, good looking, easy to use and super easy to adjust on the fly. Everything I was looking at in a carbon cycling shoe. Very happy with these Sidi's
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Good fit, good looking, easy to use and super easy to adjust on the fly. Everything I was looking at in a carbon cycling shoe. Very happy with these Sidi's
Review by AnonymousReviewed 5/20/2019by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastBerkeleyGood value for a top riding shoeRoad biking. I had to get use to the new strap but once I did it was fine. No negatives
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Road biking. I had to get use to the new strap but once I did it was fine. No negatives
Review by RAP in SLCReviewed 8/22/2019by RAP in SLCCycling EnthusiastSalt Lake CityGreat shoe at this price pointSidi shoes are normally beyond my price point but the Alba Road shoe on sale seemed to fit what I wanted. The boa closure system ensures a good fit when matched with the two velcro straps. Would definitely buy again. In fact, I did, one blackred and one high vis yellow.
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Sidi shoes are normally beyond my price point but the Alba Road shoe on sale seemed to fit what I wanted. The boa closure system ensures a good fit when matched with the two velcro straps. Would definitely buy again. In fact, I did, one blackred and one high vis yellow.
Review by RAPReviewed 10/27/2018by RAPCycling EnthusiastSalt Lake City1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great shoe at a great price!I'm a fitnessrecreation rider who doesn't like to spend a ton on shoes, but these Sidi Albas were in my price range. They are far and away the best shoes that I have owned based on my spending habits. They are comfortable, stiff and the Boa lacing system is nice. Would definitely buy again.
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I'm a fitnessrecreation rider who doesn't like to spend a ton on shoes, but these Sidi Albas were in my price range. They are far and away the best shoes that I have owned based on my spending habits. They are comfortable, stiff and the Boa lacing system is nice. Would definitely buy again.
Review by KefaberReviewed 8/20/2018by KefaberCycling EnthusiastDayton, OH3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.BootSize width seems a bit wide by comparision to my other SIDI'sWhen purchasing, I did not realize these were Entry Level Shoes. Sole plate somewhat more flexible than my other SIDI's. The traditional Carbon Weve is not apparent.. if at all. So far, shoes are a bit more roomy but comfortable... while on the century plus rides. Love the bright yellow color of these shoes, eye catching & high visibility Can't Miss'm and that's what appealed to me. Safety wins!
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When purchasing, I did not realize these were Entry Level Shoes. Sole plate somewhat more flexible than my other SIDI's. The traditional Carbon Weve is not apparent.. if at all. So far, shoes are a bit more roomy but comfortable... while on the century plus rides. Love the bright yellow color of these shoes, eye catching & high visibility Can't Miss'm and that's what appealed to me. Safety wins!