These are the 3 mountain bike disciplines Northwave specializes in, but if you look at the details of your website, you'll see that within these 3 options, you'll find shoes of all kinds. From the specific models for the toughest winters with Gore-Tex fabric included as the Celsius XC GTX, to pure competition models such as the Ghost, which we have already tested on MTBpro pages.
In addition, there is no shortage of specific models of women, junior, or hard with the replica models of the French Corridor Cedric Gracia with the sole developed by Michelin along with Northwave, or that of dirt with the Tribe range, which begins with a price of 99.99 and is available in various colors and also with the technological point of the sole with Michelin rubber.
In this way, the division of models by ranges would be as follows: for cross country we have the ranges Ghost, origin (also female) and origin Plus 2, hammer (for junior), spike 2 and Razer. For toughness, we have the tough ranges and Spider 2 and Spider Plus. For platform pedals and BMX, we have Tribe and clan ranges. For trail, the X Trail, Corsair and escape Evo ranges and for winter, the X Trail Plus GTX, Magma XC, Celsius XC GTX and Raptor ranges.
Northwave is not only a pioneer in mountain bike shoes, but also has always had the highest technology available at every moment in its history. Currently, we can enjoy its three-density Speedlight 3D soles (hardness index 10.0), from the most accessible cross-country models for men and women for less than €100, the SLW3 dial closing systems, with which you can squeeze and release the slipper with a single hand, in the Razer, Ghost and hard ranges, or the most advanced soles such as the Hyperlight XC of the Ghost range, made in 100% one-way carbon with a stiffness index 14.0
Choosing a few models from the 2021 Northwave range of mountain bike shoes has not been easy, because with so much offer, we would almost have kept one of each range. Still, we have selected 6 models from different disciplines, which in our opinion have the best characteristics of materials, performance and price, so that they also become some of your favorites. Don't forget to visit the VIC Sports website, where you have all the models and prices available for this 2021.
Available in 2 colors, the origin Plus 2 model is one of our favorites for the great price / performance commitment if you are one of those who start to take cross country seriously. They have a triple density Speedlight 3D sole, a Velcro closure on the front and a main one with the SLW3 dial, taco screws in case of mud, pointer reinforcement and 4 breathable mesh inserts to ensure good ventilation.
We couldn't put aside the spectacular range cap for cross country. The Ghost Pro, represent the maximum expression for those who compete at the highest level. The Hyperlight XC sole is made 100% in unidirectional carbon with a hardness index 14.0, with 2 SLW3 dial closures for super precise adjustment and external Michelin rubber inserts of double layer compound for a large grip and low weight. Only 312 grams of weight and available in two colors.
If your thing is the platform pedals, you already have 'skates'. The Northwave clan have the sole developed by Michelin and Northwave, to offer you a great commitment between grip and mobility on the pedals. They have EVA insolence to absorb impacts, integrated TPU reinforcements in pointer and heel and the tongue comes padded and you can protect the shoelaces easily. Also available in black.
The Northwave escape Evo are one of the cheapest, but at the same time most versatile, Northwave models. Also available in their man version, they have comfort as the main point, both on top and when you get off the bike. They have laces and an extra Velcro, the sole is the Damp-Lite with natural rubber to improve grip and are compatible with automatic pedals.
We did not want to set aside a gravel option, because we know that many of you are total fans of this modality. Rocksters are perfect for cross-country and gravel use, with a good balance between comfort, design, sole stiffness and external grip. The outer part of microfiber is perforated for better ventilation, has protection of tip and TPU heel and has rubber sole with taco rocks in case of mud. Laced closure gives it a totally different style.
The Northwave hard mid is one of the Northwave star models for 2021. If you are looking for hard shoes, certified by the French superchampion, Cedric Gracia, you have two colors available for the Enduro mid. Highlights the X-Crossbow sole with a very separate taco design to avoid the accumulation of mud. Of course, the sole is designed in conjunction with Michelin, using two rubber compounds and a taping shape as in the Wild Rock'R 2 tyre. It has a closure per SLW3 dial and an extra Velcro. In addition, the inside of the ankle is protected from blows or impacts. Also available in anthracite color.
