Shimano WM60 Women's Shoe
The highest-rated women's mountain bike shoe on BikeRadar.com, Shimano's WM60 shoe is a comfortable, well-vented choice for mountain bikers. At a svelte 23 ounces per pair, the WM60 is tailored specifically for women's feet with a narrower heel cup and a low-volume toebox, and copious amounts of mesh and padding add to the wearer's comfort. BikeRadar's reviewer called the WM60s "comfortable, airy and powerful" and noted the shoe's dual-compound soles, which offer "offer good trail traction should you need it while retaining great power delivery."
Specialized Women's BG Motodiva
The Specialized Women's BG Motodiva offers riders comfort, performance and protection on the trail. Made with a tough Micromax upper with welded reinforcement and a hard-molded toebox for kick protection, the Motodiva can withstand anything that single-track has to offer, but it doesn't scrimp when it comes to comfort. In a review on Bicycling.com, Christine Mattheis noted how comfortable the Motodivas were, regarding the suppleness of the shoe's upper, which "provides enough give to allow for weird-shaped feet" and the nylon soles, which "provides the right combination of stiffness, flexibility and traction."
Mavic Scorpio Ladies MTB Shoe
Mavic's Scorpio Ladies' MTB Shoe is a great example of a shoe that pays attention to the details. The Scorpio does the basics well--a padded heel cup and micro-ratchet and Velcro securing system provide comfort and fit, the mesh panels keep feet cool and the stiff sole provides an effective power transfer. In addition, details such as aggressive tread provide exceptional traction in slick muddy terrain and the insole is treated with anti-bacterial Agion to keep the shoes from smelling bad after use. Mountain Biking UK's Jenn Hopkins reviewed the Scorpio, calling the shoes "gorgeous speed slippers that double up as enduro trail tarts," noting they allow solid race performance "while still being comfortable enough to wear all day."
Article Written By Billy Brown
Billy Brown is an outdoor sports writer living in Northern California.
An avid rock climber and trail runner, he's been writing about outdoor activities, fitness and gear since 2005. He regularly contributes to "The Record Searchlight," uncooped.com, and Trails.com, as well as other print and online publications. Brown holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Simpson University and is a NASM-certified personal trainer.
