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Review by GBrachiiReviewed 8/15/2023by GBrachiiDaily CommuterAnn Arbor, MI0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.High quality, lightweight shoeI've had a pair of Sidi mountain biking shoes for fifteen years and they've held up really well. When I needed a new pair for my gravel bike, I chose this shoe and have been very happy. I commute 20 miles per day in the summer and so they've already gotten a lot of use.
They fit as expected (I always wear a size 46.5) and are lightweight and comfortable. They broke in quickly, too. I'll be curious to see how durable the string on the closure is - it should last a long time but it's the first time I've had a pair of shoes with this type of cinch.
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I've had a pair of Sidi mountain biking shoes for fifteen years and they've held up really well. When I needed a new pair for my gravel bike, I chose this shoe and have been very happy. I commute 20 miles per day in the summer and so they've already gotten a lot of use.
They fit as expected (I always wear a size 46.5) and are lightweight and comfortable. They broke in quickly, too. I'll be curious to see how durable the string on the closure is - it should last a long time but it's the first time I've had a pair of shoes with this type of cinch.
Review by JRReviewed 7/24/2023by JRNorthern Virginia 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great bang for your buck!True to size, comfortable, affordable. Have ridden Sidi shoes for years.
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True to size, comfortable, affordable. Have ridden Sidi shoes for years.
Review by VicRamoneReviewed 8/25/2021by VicRamoneCycling EnthusiastSouth Central Pennsylvania2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.My first Sidi shoes!I was due to replace my shoes and decided to try a pair of Sidi. I started out with the Alba 2 to see if I liked them. They are very comfortable and stiff, and the fastening system works well after I took five minutes to figure out how it worked. These aren't vented as much as my previous shoes, so I wonder if they may get hot at times. They were back-ordered when I placed my order, but they shipped as soon as they were available. The price seemed really good, so a good value. I'm happy with them so far!
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I was due to replace my shoes and decided to try a pair of Sidi. I started out with the Alba 2 to see if I liked them. They are very comfortable and stiff, and the fastening system works well after I took five minutes to figure out how it worked. These aren't vented as much as my previous shoes, so I wonder if they may get hot at times. They were back-ordered when I placed my order, but they shipped as soon as they were available. The price seemed really good, so a good value. I'm happy with them so far!
Review by PapanormReviewed 5/4/2021by PapanormCycling EnthusiastRound Rock, TX2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.A lot of bang for the buckI do like these shoes and they get better the more I ride with them. The tops of the shoes are soft and cinch up well using the Sidi closure windup system, which takes some getting used to. I would have preferred a second winder for better tightening than velcro straps. The soles are very stiff and push a lot of power to the pedals well. The outer edges of my feet feel a slight discomfort and can't explain why. I chose the white and red colored shoe and am happy with it. The size 12 I wear was a good choice for me. I am using them with Favero Assiomo pedals and they are a good match and feel like very solid connection.
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I do like these shoes and they get better the more I ride with them. The tops of the shoes are soft and cinch up well using the Sidi closure windup system, which takes some getting used to. I would have preferred a second winder for better tightening than velcro straps. The soles are very stiff and push a lot of power to the pedals well. The outer edges of my feet feel a slight discomfort and can't explain why. I chose the white and red colored shoe and am happy with it. The size 12 I wear was a good choice for me. I am using them with Favero Assiomo pedals and they are a good match and feel like very solid connection.
Review by nhmtnbkrReviewed 4/22/2021by nhmtnbkrCycling EnthusiastNashua, NH1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Awesome road shoePicked these up as my first road shoes in 20 years as I get back into road biking actively and prep for a century ride.They're everything one can expect from Sidi, a well-designed, well-fitting shoe. Lots of adjustability to customize fit based on your foot sizing needs. Offers excellent power transfer and stiffness for the price point and the uppers seem to be every bit as durable as other Sidis I've owned. About the only criticisms I might make of the shoe is I wish the midsole had a thin flap to hold the plate for SPD-SL cleats in place and further isolate the plate from the insole. They're also not terrifically breathable, so not ideal for hot days.
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Picked these up as my first road shoes in 20 years as I get back into road biking actively and prep for a century ride.They're everything one can expect from Sidi, a well-designed, well-fitting shoe. Lots of adjustability to customize fit based on your foot sizing needs. Offers excellent power transfer and stiffness for the price point and the uppers seem to be every bit as durable as other Sidis I've owned. About the only criticisms I might make of the shoe is I wish the midsole had a thin flap to hold the plate for SPD-SL cleats in place and further isolate the plate from the insole. They're also not terrifically breathable, so not ideal for hot days.
Review by BillReviewed 7/29/2021by BillNorther California1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Good shoe and I like their appearance. I had a little trouble with the fit. I have an older pair of Shimano road shoes that I was replacing that were size 46. The SIDI size 46 were too small. I exchanged them for the size 47 and initially they seemed fine. Now after riding in them for a few weeks I am afraid that they will stretch out and be too big. Probably should have gone with the 46.5 but I couldn't return them after riding in them.
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I had a little trouble with the fit. I have an older pair of Shimano road shoes that I was replacing that were size 46. The SIDI size 46 were too small. I exchanged them for the size 47 and initially they seemed fine. Now after riding in them for a few weeks I am afraid that they will stretch out and be too big. Probably should have gone with the 46.5 but I couldn't return them after riding in them.
Review by Scott_ChicagoReviewed 6/28/2021by Scott_ChicagoCycling EnthusiastChicago, ILGood quality shoeGood shoe for the price. A bit stiff (especially the top of the shoe tongue that rubs against my foot) but once they're broken in, feel great. I ended up purchasing cycling insoles separately for a better overall experience and love the combo.
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Good shoe for the price. A bit stiff (especially the top of the shoe tongue that rubs against my foot) but once they're broken in, feel great. I ended up purchasing cycling insoles separately for a better overall experience and love the combo.
Review by runbikerunReviewed 5/3/2021by runbikerunCycling EnthusiastDC1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Solid shoe for years to comeThe best thing about this shoe is the construction. They look like they will last for years to come. Also some of the parts are replaceable like the rear traction piece and the tension adjuster. I wish I could rate them 4.5. The adjustment of the tension string is a little bit awkward. It is kind of hard to do once you are riding. It is easy to release but difficult to tighten.
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The best thing about this shoe is the construction. They look like they will last for years to come. Also some of the parts are replaceable like the rear traction piece and the tension adjuster. I wish I could rate them 4.5. The adjustment of the tension string is a little bit awkward. It is kind of hard to do once you are riding. It is easy to release but difficult to tighten.
Review by Ray HardyReviewed 7/28/2022by Ray HardyCycling EnthusiastSpringville, ALComfortable high quality shoes at a reasonable price.These are my new road cycling shoes which I typically use twice/week. They are comfortable and look good. Easy on & off.
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These are my new road cycling shoes which I typically use twice/week. They are comfortable and look good. Easy on & off.
Review by IbhReviewed 11/4/2020by Ibhmaryland1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Sidi Alba doing the jobVery stylish red white and black. Has the classic Sidi construction and comfort. The ratcheting system is not as easy as the older model to use while riding if you need to tighten, but loosening is still quick and easy.
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Very stylish red white and black. Has the classic Sidi construction and comfort. The ratcheting system is not as easy as the older model to use while riding if you need to tighten, but loosening is still quick and easy.
Review by IbhReviewed 10/26/2020by Ibhmaryland2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Sidi Alba doing the jobVery stylish red white and black. Has the classic Sidi construction and comfort. The ratcheting system is not as easy as the older model to use while riding if you need to tighten, but loosening is still quick and easy.
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Very stylish red white and black. Has the classic Sidi construction and comfort. The ratcheting system is not as easy as the older model to use while riding if you need to tighten, but loosening is still quick and easy.
Review by R.BrownReviewed 10/13/2020by R.BrownCycling EnthusiastW.Palm Bch,Fl.2 of 4 customers found this review helpful.The Sidi Alba shoe is beautiful, comfortable, and quality shoe at an affordable price!My bike is white with red/black accents. All my kits are white,red/black. All my Sidi shoes are white,red/black. So the white,red/black Alba was a" no brainer " addition to my shoe collection. To open and close the shoe, the top Tecno-3 will send you to Tech Manual, but after a little practice, it's quite easy. Great shoes!!
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My bike is white with red/black accents. All my kits are white,red/black. All my Sidi shoes are white,red/black. So the white,red/black Alba was a" no brainer " addition to my shoe collection. To open and close the shoe, the top Tecno-3 will send you to Tech Manual, but after a little practice, it's quite easy. Great shoes!!
Review by biker BobReviewed 9/24/2020by biker BobCycling EnthusiastPhoenix, AZ1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great shoesnug supportive fit with terrific stregth of the shoe and stiffness in the sole. Great transfer
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snug supportive fit with terrific stregth of the shoe and stiffness in the sole. Great transfer
Review by AnonymousReviewed 8/26/2021by Anonymous1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Worth the priceHigh quality road shoe that is worth the price. BOA adjustment is very good. I was especially pleased with the room in the toe box.
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High quality road shoe that is worth the price. BOA adjustment is very good. I was especially pleased with the room in the toe box.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 1/18/2021by AnonymousNice and lightweight!Great fit, comfortable and while riding on my trainer, they're working out well so far; I can't wait to try them outside!
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Great fit, comfortable and while riding on my trainer, they're working out well so far; I can't wait to try them outside!
Review by AnonymousReviewed 11/5/2020by AnonymousCasual CyclistTexas0 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Great kicksI'm satisfied
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I'm satisfied
Review by DerekReviewed 10/12/2023by DerekSeattle, WAFits good but boa tightening is cumbersomeThe shoe is comfortable and solidly built. Didn�t give 5 stars because I find the boa tightened to be cumbersome. I have had other shoes with the boa that tightened by just turning the boa knob. This shoe requires flipping a lever up to tighten. This makes on the fly adjustments near impossible while riding.
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The shoe is comfortable and solidly built. Didn�t give 5 stars because I find the boa tightened to be cumbersome. I have had other shoes with the boa that tightened by just turning the boa knob. This shoe requires flipping a lever up to tighten. This makes on the fly adjustments near impossible while riding.
Review by DerekReviewed 10/12/2023by DerekSeattle, WAFits good but boa tightening is cumbersomeThe shoe is comfortable and solidly built. Didn�t give 5 stars because I find the boa tightened to be cumbersome. I have had other shoes with the boa that tightened by just turning the boa knob. This shoe requires flipping a lever up to tighten. This makes on the fly adjustments near impossible while riding.
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The shoe is comfortable and solidly built. Didn�t give 5 stars because I find the boa tightened to be cumbersome. I have had other shoes with the boa that tightened by just turning the boa knob. This shoe requires flipping a lever up to tighten. This makes on the fly adjustments near impossible while riding.
Review by RAP49Reviewed 1/12/2023by RAP49Cycling EnthusiastSalt Lake City0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great shoes at a good priceI have several pairs of the Sidi Alba and use them exclusively for my road rides. Comfortable, fit well and the combination boa and velcro strap system seems to work well for me. Highly recommend, especially when they are on sale.
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I have several pairs of the Sidi Alba and use them exclusively for my road rides. Comfortable, fit well and the combination boa and velcro strap system seems to work well for me. Highly recommend, especially when they are on sale.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 3/23/2021by AnonymousIllinois 2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.A very good shoe I was shocked they were not made in China, that alone made me smile. I've only used these for approximately 400 miles and here is my opinion, made in Romania, looks to be top notch assembled, very comfortable, well worth the money.
I have spent less money on uncomfortable shoes that brought me to here, I needed a road shoe for the vector 3 pedals to go groading in and these are very nice, I will find out how they will handle the abuse the Alba shall receive.
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I was shocked they were not made in China, that alone made me smile. I've only used these for approximately 400 miles and here is my opinion, made in Romania, looks to be top notch assembled, very comfortable, well worth the money.
I have spent less money on uncomfortable shoes that brought me to here, I needed a road shoe for the vector 3 pedals to go groading in and these are very nice, I will find out how they will handle the abuse the Alba shall receive.