Finding the perfect cross country shoe can be a difficult task, but with the S-Works Recon we make the choice easy for you. An exceptional power transfer? Done. A perfect weight? Done. An unquestionable style? There you have it.

With the S-Works Recon you will have XC shoes that certainly do not fail. We’ve taken a no-holds-barred approach to putting every ounce of power into your pedals. The outsole features a rubber toe and heel to increase traction off the bike, while the arch is made from a harder TPU for perfect stability and power transfer to the pedal. Its completely improved Padlock heel, meanwhile, offers more comfort with the same exceptional heel hold as previous models.

Lastly, the space-grade Dyneema material used in the upper doesn’t stretch when worn, ensuring the foot stays where it should. With the combination of all these features, you can be sure that we uphold the motto that every watt counts.

When it comes to comfort, we’ve kept all the Body Geometry elements you know and love, including longitudinal arch, varus wedge and metatarsal pad. All of these elements are ergonomically designed and scientifically proven to not only increase power, but also increase efficiency and reduce the risk of injury. Plus, when designing the S-Works Recon XC we’ve kept elegance in mind so that its form complements its function, so you’ll find seams that are linked together rather than sewn, simplifying the lines and adapting to your foot to offer great comfort.

Exclusive CNC alloy Boa dials add style, feature a durable inner spring adjuster and offer precise one-millimeter micro-adjustment for the perfect fit. The S-Works Recon XC packs all of our footwear knowledge into one shoe that doesn’t fail, no shortcuts, just explosive speed with ultimate comfort.

Body Geometry Outsole and Footbed: Ergonomically designed and scientifically proven to increase power, efficiency and reduce risk of injury by optimizing hip, knee and foot alignment.

Our stiff and lightweight XC FACT carbon midsole maximizes power transfer: stiffness index of 13.0 Dyneema Cubic Tech directional fibers heat-sealed to create non-deformable zones for the best connection with the pedal. Independent BOA S3-Snap aluminum dials for on-the-fly micro-adjustment, backed by the BOA Lifetime Warranty.

One-piece molded PadLock heel for superior fit. Threads for aluminum/titanium cleats. SlipNot rubber on the outsole and heel for confident traction on all types of terrain. Removable studs. Form Fit last with a wide toe box for greater connectivity and comfort. Two-bolt cleats to fit most mountain bike pedals. Approximate weight: 270 g (1/2 pair size 42).