Finding the perfect high-performance pair of off-road shoes can be tough going, but the S-Works Recon shoes Specialized have made the choice simple.
Exceptional power transfer? Check. Gram-counter approved? Check. Undeniable style? You got it. With the S-Works Recon shoes, you get off-road shoes that are ready for any kind of adventure, whether it's gravel cyclocross or XC racing.
They took a no-holds-barred approach to transferring every bit of your power to the pedals. The sole utilises a rubber toe and heel for superior off-the-bike traction, while the pontoons are made of a harder TPU to provide excellent stability and power transfer to the pedal. A completely refined padlock heel meanwhile packs in more comfort with the same exceptional heel hold that you found in the previous iteration. And finally, the space-grade Dyneema material used in the upper doesn't stretch when pulled on making sure that your foot stays where it's supposed to. With all of these features combined, you can be sure that they're kept in line with the motto "every watt is sacred."
In the comfort arena, they kept all of the body geometry features you know and love, like the longitudinal arch varus wedge, and metatarsal button. Each one of these features has been ergonomically designed and scientifically tested to not only boost power but also increase efficiency and reduce the risk of injury. They also took luxury into account by designing the S-Works Recon to have a form that complements its function, so you'll find seams that are bonded together rather than sewn, cleaning up the lines and contouring your foot with slipper-like comfort. The custom CNC alloy boa dials add some panache, but they also feature durable spring clutch internals and precise one-millimetre micro-adjustments that let you perfectly dial in your fit.
The S-Works Recon embodies everything Specialized know about footwear compacted into one shoe, with no compromises, no shortcuts, just explosive speed and superior comfort.