Pearl iZUMi

Pearl iZUMi Men's X-Alp Seek Cycling Shoe

• Synthetic textile
• Manmade sole
• Please use the vendor size chart to determine the EU to US size conversion. Please be aware that there may be some inconsistencies in the US sizing conversion indicated in the shoe tongue label; the EU size is accurate, but the US conversion may not be.

Product Description

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Pearl iZUMi's X-Alp Seek is the perfect ride-and-run shoe--thanks to the nylon plate on its lugged outsole that enables phenomenal pedaling power, while the flexible forefoot and beveled heel make it a great running shoe in its own right. You'll love the low-cut, mesh upper for its light fit, light weight and superior breathablility.

Product Description

Pearl Izumi X-Alp Seek mountain shoes offer a low-cut construction for a light, fast fit and feel. Ride and Run nylon plate for easy hike-a-bike and great pedaling power EVA run shoe midsole for off the bike cushioning and comfort Carbon rubber lugged outsole for traction and durability Flexible forefoot and a running shoe beveled heel Low-cut construction for a light, fast fit and feel Quick drying, highly breathable mesh/synthetic run shoe upper Good gym or spin shoe SPD compatible Weight: 425 grams (size 43)

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001AG5WNS
• Item model number: X-Alp Seek
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #49,278 in Shoes (See Top 100 in Shoes)

Customer Reviews

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Shoe is great, Amazon's sizing is off, May 3, 2010

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B. Boehm (Sacramento, Ca USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pearl iZUMi Men's X-Alp Seek Cycling Shoe (Apparel)

This is a great shoe. Light weight, looks like it would be comfortable and it's reasonably priced. The only thing is that Amazon's size matrix is way off. According to Amazon the shoe sizes break down into the following matrix:

EU ----- US Size
38 ----- 5
39 ----- 5
39 ----- 6
40 ----- 7
41 ----- 8
42 ----- 9
43 ----- 10
44 ----- 11
45 ----- 12
46 ----- 13
47 ----- 14
48 ----- 15
49 ----- 16

According to the manufacturer the shoe should have the following size matrix:

EU ----- US Size
39 ----- 6.25
40 ----- 7
41 ----- 7.75
42 ----- 8.5
43 ----- 9.25
44 ----- 10
45 ----- 10.75
46 ----- 11.5
47 ----- 12.25
48 ----- 13
49 ----- 14

Please don't make the same mistake I did and order the size according to Amazon and be forced to pay $5.00 to ship it back to them. Order according to the above matrix which is also available on the manufacturer's web site.

I will buy these shoes again but I will be buying a 48 instead of a 46.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect commuter and then some, April 21, 2009

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David Shamma "Ayman" (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pearl iZUMi Men's X-Alp Seek Cycling Shoe (Apparel)

This is a great shoe. It's light. It's highly reflective. You can walk in it because it does flex--yes, it flexes. It's what you want when you walk.

I got a pair for commuting. I can actually just wear them all day if need be. Or walk into an office building for a meeting.

They are way to soft to be 'serious' but i've done some half centuries in them - plus i can walk into any store or antique shop and not clack like a vaudeville act. That said, I would like it a little stiffer. But its a great multi-purpose shoe w/ recessed cleat.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great shoes but run VERY small., September 23, 2009

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J. Greer (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pearl iZUMi Men's X-Alp Seek Cycling Shoe (Apparel)

This is a very nice pair of shoes. They are well designed for a recreational rider that would like to ride most of the time but still be able to walk normally when you arrive at a location and do a little sight seeing on the way there.

However, they run VERY small. I normally wear a 9 1/2 or 10 in US sizes. I ordered a size 44 EU which compares to an 11 US according to the chart. It is very small. With the laces completely relaxed, my toes hits the end of the shoe. I'm going to try a 13. Maybe it will be my lucky number.

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