Top 5 men’s road shoes

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The Lake CX236 road shoes are one of our best sellers, thanks to their good looks, stiff sole and comfortable fit. The sole is 100% carbon fibre, making it bewilderingly light and incredibly stiff - ideal for getting the most efficient ride imaginable. The upper is breathable for plenty of ventilation.

The BOA system allows you to fine-tune your fit to perfection and has powerzone in the forefoot. The shoe is available in black or white - you'll be hard pushed to find another road shoe that looks and performs this good.

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The Specialized Expert road shoe has all the features, technology and construction you need to shave off those valuable extra seconds thanks to better pedalling efficiency. The carbon/glass sole is stiff and light with a whopping 8.5 stiffness index score and is complemented by a breathable and supportive upper.

The strap and BOA fittings will ensure that you can make tiny adjustments to get the exact fit you need and the quick-release lace pull means you can get the shoes off quickly. You can even make small adjustments while you're riding. The 3-bolt cleat pattern fits a variety of pedals.

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The Mavic Avenge road shoe is the ideal starting point for road cycling, with brilliant performance and impressive comfort. The strap and ratchet combination means you can make tiny adjustments to make the shoes fit perfectly. The reflective highlights are a handy addition, providing extra visibility in the dark.

The carbon composite sole is light and stiff, giving amazing power transfer and the upper is breathable for great ventilation. The shoes are available in black or white and are the usual vision of design perfection we expect from Mavic. The Mavic Avenge Maxi version caters for wider feet.

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The Giro Treble road shoes are packed with features found in higher end shoes, but at an really reasonable price. The three wide straps are easy to fasten and unfasten and give a close fit. The shoes are light in weight, making your ride that little more efficient.

The shoes have stiff soles giving plenty of power, with a breathable upper to keep air circulating. The supportive footbed has anti-microbial treatment which helps keep your feet fresh. They're compatible with any 3-bolt cleat pedal.