Ride ConceptsHellion Shoe - Men's
Item # RPT0007
Hellion Shoe
The flat pedal warriors among us will certainly appreciate the Ride Concepts Hellion Shoe when it comes time to drop in on seriously gnarly terrain. Offering increased impact protection, rugged durability, and a sticky rubber outsole, these shoes up the ante when it comes to foot comfort and pedal control. They feature tough synthetic uppers with an anti-peel coating that holds up to rocks and roots on the trail, as well as extensive perforations to keep your feet cool during long summer days at the bike park. For the bottom of the shoe, Ride Concepts partnered with the experts at Rubber Kinetics to create the DST 6.0 High Grip Rubber Outsole. This design combines their tackiest rubber with a grippy honeycomb tread pattern, working together to ensure your feet stay locked in place through even the chunkiest terrain.
As far as protection goes, The Hellion Shoes comes with anti-abrasion toe and heel guards, as well as a fully gusseted tongue that prevents the intake of dirt and debris. These are nice features, but perhaps the most unique and impressive feature is the D3O High Impact Zone Insole Technology. D3O is highly shock-absorbent padding that's commonly used for knee pads and elbow guards. By incorporating D3O into the insole, the Hellion significantly reduces the impacts sustained from huck-to-flat landings and big days in rugged terrain.
- Burly mountain bike shoes for flat pedal shredding
- Tacky DST 6.0 rubber holds you firmly to the pedals
- D3O padded insole absorbs big drops and hard hits
- Durable synthetic uppers withstand on-trail abuse
- Molded heel and toe guards protect against rock strikes
- Gusseted tongue keeps out dirt and debris
- EVA midsole adds cushioning to your step
- Perforated vents keep you cool on the trail
What do you think about this product?
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August 1, 2021
Good but not Freerider Pros
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 12
- Height
- 5` 11"
Coming from Five Ten Freerider Pros these are the well made shoes and comfy, well made good protection. Downsides are soles not grippiest and they run hot in warm weather (over 75f). Should be good in colder climates. Lack of grip is not great in wet conditions.
James P.
July 16, 2019
Close but not quite
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
Runs small narrow & no half sizes. Not enough grip, the rubber is to hard, does not compare to 5/10 Stealth Rubber. Nice shoes and I wanted to like them but the soles do not inspire confidence. In 2 weeks I put about 350 miles on them thru all kinds of terrain. Old skool single track, new flow jump line trails, skatepark, downhill, commuting and a130 mile road/gravel ride. Anytime the trail got rough, went over drops and jumps or hit some gravel washboard I'd loose grip on the pedals. Full suspension mtb Deity Decoy Hardtail park/jump mtb Deity Decoy Gravel road touring OneUp Components Composite On the plus side. They seem well made; no defects, not heavy and comfortable (although tight) Good toe protection Look good. I even played 18 in them, had to buy a shirt but no complaints about the shoes. Lace holders are a nice touch. Pedaling platform is fantastic. 130 mile ride and no foot cramps, fatigue or pain. Felt bad about returning after so many miles. But after 4th of July holiday & a lot of riding I was thoroughly annoyed at the lack of grip. Rubber to pedal interface is the most important factor on a flat shoe and these don't have it. Backcountry returned for store credit. THANK YOU Ordered up a pair of Freerider Pros
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Sarah L.
November 25, 2020
Which shoes do they use there stickiest compound on?
John P.
March 17, 2021
These do come in half sizes. For me the grip is as good as anything including my freerider contacts, if not better. Fit is certainly personal but I have to disagree about the grip. I think people write off anything not five ten without a real trial. They have a shallower feel when walking but riding that makes the shoe hug the top of your foot. Size up and ride them and you will love them.
Joseph A.
December 21, 2019
This shoe does not have RC's stickiest rubber compound. They have other shoes with stickier rubber - DST 4.0. This has DST 6.0 which is not very sticky. Agreed on half sizes.