Customer Reviews Shimano RC1 Cycling Shoe

I bought these as a replacement to the shoes that came with my Peloton. They are the same kind of clips that their shoes use. Riding in the Peloton shoes was making the sides of my feet hurt and causing toe and let numbness. I didn’t even realize that was the cause bc the Peloton shoes seemed to fit me however while riding the toe box compressed my foot very badly and I finally connected the dots. My feet are a true women’s 10 and not wide by any means, just a ‘normal’ sized foot. I was looking for a shoe with a slightly larger toe box. These really fit the bill for that. Plus they look nice! My peloton shoes were a size 41 and I ordered a 43 in these and as you can see in the pic, they are the same exact size but these are slightly wider. I also think they would fit a wide foot well. If you’re looking to resolve the issues I had these should work! A few rides in and no numbness.

Ordered these to use with a new Peloton bike, upon recommendation of an avid indoor cycling friend. I had debated between 39 and 40, but chose the 40 on her advice, and she was right. the 40 is a good fit and the 39 would have been too small. Was able to procure the Delta Look red cleats elsewhere and they are indeed compatible with this shoe. This combo wound up being a good $30 less expensive than ordering Peloton's shoes with cleats, and arrived much faster. I'm not new to indoor cycling but this is the first time I've ever used proper shoes with cleats. They were supportive and comfortable with no issues on my first several rides.

Super comfortable! Easier to screw in the 3-bolt clips I needed for a Peloton bike.

Comfortable with nice foot bed cushion Velcro straps help to tighten the width for my narrow-ish feet I’m a 9 in tennis shoes and had to size up to a 42

These new shoes replace my old Shimanos which were 7 years old. They make a great product. I am so glad I read the reviews as my old shoes were a 39 but the size chart indicated a 40. 40 is perfect. I have one 30 mile ride in them and they were very comfortable. It’s a nice hard sole that gives extra pedal power. They are also very lightweight. The delta look cleats were comparable with the shoe as indicated in other reviews.

Wish I knew these shoes only fit with the wide peloton clips. Need to return.

I wear a US size 8 1/2, size 39. I ordered size US 8 1/2, size 41 based on reviews and they were way too big. I’m going to try a size 40. Shimano, Pearl Izumi are definitely size challenged with apperal.

Love these shoes! Glad that I read the reviews and ordered larger sizes. I wear a 38 in Dansko; tried a 39 and 40 in these. Ultimately I went with a 40 (7.8) and am very happy with them. Love the ability to adjust three straps for a custom fit each day. Easy to add delta cleats for peloton.

Fit is great!! My feet are a little wide so I was worried about them being comfortable. They are so comfortable and supportive. They also look so pretty!!! The color is beautiful. I use them on a Peloton and bought the same Peloton clips from Amazon. Perfect!!!

Really liked this. Got for peloton. Don’t come w cleats so need to get. But I hated the peloton shoes they are so uncomfortable and so not worth the cost. These felt like clouds so so worth it. Definitely size up maybe even a whole size

I like these so much better than the Peloton shoes that came with my bike. Tho they feel a tiny bit small; I know they'll stretch a bit with use.

The shoe itself is great - I have a wider toe box and narrow/average heel, and these shoes are much roomier in the toes than a lot of other cycling shoes. In the past, I’ve had issues with my feet going numb while riding, and these seem like I will not have that problem! My stars off are for Zappos information about these shoes. I bought these because one of the FAQs has an answer from a Zappos employee saying these shoes are compatible with SPD clips. They are NOT! If you want to use these with SPD clips, you’ll have to buy an adapter. It’s frustrating when the seller gives you incorrect information about a product. I now have to spend an extra $17 for an adapter to make these shows work and wait another week for the adapter to arrive before I can even enjoy my new indoor bike. Zappos, please delete your erroneous answer so others don’t make my same mistake!

The fit is small, and the shoe is super hard, not an ideal show for indoor cycling. Maybe would be good for road biking only.

Big toe box. Lot of space above Amy foot.

nice shoe, but need one size up.

Love, love, love these shoes! Some expressed concern with size and fit, but just do the research on what would fit best. I wear an 8 medium width and size 40/7.8 fit perfectly in case that might help. I would highly recommend these shoes for indoor or outdoor cycling. I use them primarily for spin class in a gym and they work very well for that.

I have an old pair of Shimano cycling shoes in size 41, which on the label inside the tongue says US 9.5. I ordered these shoes in a 41, and inside says US 8.5. They are definitely smaller than my old pair, and I'm returning them for a bigger size. Otherwise, no issues - just check the updated sizing!

I had two other friends including Bontrager and Peloton- Shimano is by far the best to see use them and they are wonderful. My foot has a high arch and high top. Feels great!!

Really comfortable, very light, just size small so go up a size!

Sized up one size and had to return for 2 sizes up. Happy with the shoes! They are comfy and fit my peleton well.

Just got a Peloton bike and needed a new pair of cycling shoes to use at home. Delta Look clips attached very easily and shoes are very comfortable. Easy on/off and adjustable to my preference. Great price for the quality. Ordered my normal size and they fit perfect. Definitely recommend!

Great shoes for riding my Peloton. You do have to buy the cleats but you can pick those up for 15.00 from Amazon. I do wish they had included directions for the Look Delta cleats instead they only included directions for the SPD.

I have been wearing these cycling shoes for a week and they are really comfortable. I have a wider forefoot and was worried they would make my feet numb but they don’t. The Velcro closure is great so you can easily tighten or loosen the shoes. I use them on the Peloton and purchased the cleats separately.

These shoes are pretty comfortable after finding the correct size. These have a harder toe cap area, which made me go one size up from my normal size. I like how the bottom of the shoe has lines to align the cleats

I have an older pair of shimano cycling shoes in size 40 but this shoe was significantly shorter as well as shorter than the RC3. The navy blue is a nice color.