MTB SHOES: TO CLIP OR NOT TO CLIP?

Nothing stays the same in mountain biking. While personal preferences may remain steadfast there are always new options being developed and presented to riders. Shoes are no different and what seems a basic piece of equipment has actually changed a lot down the years, most noticeably with the introduction of clip-ins.

So what are we talking about?

Now, clip-ins tend to be less popular in MTB circles than the road community due to the fact that the more ‘wild’ the ride the greater the chance of unceremoniously parting ways with the bike. That’s not to say they’re unpopular however.

Obviously it’s not just shoes we’re talking about here, the pedal defines what footwear you’ll choose. The majority of