$70 Knit lace-up cycling shoes - FLR F-35 Knit Road Cycling Shoe Review - feat. Nylon Sole

The trend toward “dial” cycling shoes has recently started to reverse as more cycling companies have started to re-introduce retro-inspired knitted lace up options. Inspired by original handcrafted cycling shoes, knit lace up cycling shoes offer lightweight designs and more comfort. Although they aren’t as convenient as dial closure systems, it’s easy to understand their appeal and why many companies charge so much for them. That’s why we are excited to be reviewing the new FLR F-35 Knit lace up shoes which have a retail price of only $69.99. Despite the budget price, the F-35 Knit shoes utilize FLR’s new XD-Knit upper nylon construction and minimalist styling. The shoes feature a nylon R250 outsole and three-bolt compatible cleat attachment. FLR offers the F-35 shoes with either a three velcro closure or the lace up variation we’ll be reviewing here.

The F-35 Knit shoes have a clean and minimalist design to them. With the XD-Knit uppers, the shoes have a premium textured finish with plenty of ventilation holes. It’s a very flexible design that is soft to the touch and conforms to your feet. Currently FLR only offers the shoes in a black finish with matching black laces and details. Subtle FLR logos on the heels of the shoes and the sole are the only branding on the shoes which gives it a sleek look. The only other color on the shoes are the silver reflective elements on the heel which help with nighttime visibility. The toe and heel are reinforced to provide some structure to the otherwise flexible shoes.

Although lace up closure systems aren’t as practical as dial systems, it is easy to see the appeal. The lace up makes it easier to distribute the tension compared to single dial closure systems like the FLR F-11 Knit. With the multiple loops, we found it easy to adjust the tension on the laces to customize the fit. Making adjustments while riding isn’t possible with the lace up design as you’ll need to stop to re-tie but the combination of the knit upper and lace provide a lot of comfort. Drawback of any lace design is that it can come undone and get caught in the chain. To avoid this, FLR has integrated an elastic hoop on the tongue to securely hold the lace ends. It’s a simple design that works well and in our opinion is superior to the three velcro closure option...

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00:00 Intro
00:12 Unboxing + Specs
03:18 Fit + Finish
09:05 On The Road
09:05 Comparison
10:52 The Final Score
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