Shimano WM41 SPD women’s shoes review

Better suited to broader feet, these heavy duty women’s cycling shoes look and feel like they’re built to last.

The heel provides good support, but it’s hard to get a snug, even fit along the foot with the round laces supplied – although simply swapping over to a pair of flat laces solved this.

The semi-mesh panels at the front allow air to circulate; great in warm weather, but for colder days you’ll need thicker socks – which there’s room for – or you’ll need a larger sized overshoe.

Cycling performance is enhanced by a stiff sole, yet they still remained comfortable when walking short distances.