Budget $70 Knit Mountain Biking Shoes - FLR F-55 Knit Review - feat. Velcro Straps + Ventilation

Whether you ride on paved roads or dirt trails, cycling shoes can be expensive and difficult to choose. That’s why we are excited to be reviewing the FLR F-55 Knit mountain biking shoes which offer high end features at an accessible price point. With a retail price of only $69.99 and the M250 nylon outsoles, the FLR F-55 Knit is a hard to beat value for cyclists who prefer to ride in the dirt. Utilizing FLR’s new XD-Knit upper construction, the F-55 Knit shoes have a ventilated and flexible knit upper with a three velcro closure system. Strategically placed rubber tread on the sole ensures there is enough traction to walk on loose gravel while removable toe lugs provide even more traction. Reinforcements on the heel and toe add a little protection and structure to the otherwise flexible knitted uppers. The F-55 Knit shoes might be the most affordable mountain biking shoes in FLR’s lineup, but they have impressive specs.

As with FLR’s other knit cycling shoes, the F-55 Knit looks more premium than their budget price would suggest. The XD-Knit nylon uppers have a textured appearance that add some visual contrast particularly in the navy blue finish. The subtle black touches in the knit match well with the black reinforcements on the heel and toe. Aside from the subtle embossed FLR logos on the heels, the shoes also have a sleek unbranded appearance. The minimalist styling and subtle reflective elements on the heel of the shoes are particularly impressive at this price point. Ventilation is achieved through a perforated tongue and several perforations on the front and sides of the knitted surface.

As with the standard FLR F-55, the FLR F-55 Knit uses a three velcro strap closure system. While we would have preferred to see a dial closure system, the velcro straps are well suited for dirt or mud as you don’t have to worry about dirt getting onto laces or dials. The three velcro strap design also makes it easy to customize the fit and distribute tension by adjusting each strap independently. Premium touches like matching knitted inlays and non-slip grip details on the end of the straps also make them easy to grip. As with any velcro design, we recommend keeping the velcro surfaces clean to prevent dirt or debris buildup that typically cause the straps to lose tension over time...

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00:00 Intro
00:12 Unboxing + Specs
02:50 Fit + Finish
05:40 On The Road
06:29 Comparison (FLR F-35 Knit + F-11 Knit + F-XX Knit)
08:44 The Final Score
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