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Mavic Switchback shoes

BikeRadar verdict

35 out of 5 stars

"Bit light for full winter, but a great looking, weather shrugging performance trail shoe"

By Guy Kesteven

French wheelmen Mavic are new to shoes, but they’ve created a cracking line-up based on Adidas/Salomon experience and their own ingenuity.

The Switchback is a great example, using an innovative softshell upper on a super-grippy Terra Grip clipless-compatible sole to create a light and comfortable trail shoe. It’s obviously designed as a year-round – not winter specific – shoe, so there’s no insulation and the sole isn’t sealed. The softshell fabric shrugs off weather well, and with a thick wool or waterproof sock inside it’ll go far into the frosty season.

While it’s not the tightest fastening system around, the ‘Quick Lace’ pulltab is a breeze to use with cold hands and it pedals and runs really well too.

Manufacturers description

Innovative softshell construction provides added climate protection. Quick Lace closure and Terra Grip outsole with Contagrip® make this a dependable easy to use trail shoe.

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Specification

Name:
Switchback
Built by:
Mavic
Price:
n/a

Description:
4.5-12 half sizes available.
Weight (g):
924 g
Features:
Ergo Fit 2D insole, Quick Lace, Softshell, Contagrip, Terra Grip Outsole
Shoe Sizes Available:
10, 11, 12, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 UK

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