ShimanoSH-RC7 Limited Edition Wide Cycling Shoe - Men's
Item # SHI00LH
Why We Like The SH-RC7 Limited Edition Cycling Shoe
Bringing a little color to your feet and injecting race-ready performance for those needing slightly higher volume shoes comes the SH-RC7 Limited Edition Cycling Shoe - Wide from Shimano. We've been cranking out some miles in these shoes and have fallen in love with the comfort, light weight, and of course, great looks. Slotting into Shimano's Road Competition category, the SH-RC7's are plenty light for tackling your local 'bergs and cols. A rigid carbon sole and BOA closures ensure that the shoes are stiff enough and can be tightened quickly and easily so you can come out victorious in the finishing kick. The only question we have about the shoes is how did Shimano pull off all these great features at such an attractive price?
Shimano fashions the SH-RC7's upper from perforated synthetic leather, which is lightweight, form-fitting, and allows air circulation throughout the shoe. The shoes feature micro-adjustable Boa L6 reels across the top and forefoot spanning across wide anchor points to distribute pressure evenly across the upper offering additional adjustability and customization of fit. A stiff carbon fiber composite sole facilitates efficient power transfer with a stiffness rating of 10 on Shimano's 12-point scale, so you don't have to worry about wasted watts through sole flex. Click your heels and find yourself on the winning end of a bike throw.
- A higher volume road shoe that blends comfort and performance
- Light, efficient carbon fiber composite sole
- Breathable synthetic uppers for comfortable security
- Dual Boa L6 closures dial in the fit with micro-tension adjustments
- Special colorway adds some flair to your feet
- Compatible with three-bolt road cleats
What do you think about this product?
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September 12, 2021
Not as wide as previous version.
- Fit:
- Runs small
- Size Bought
- 45.5
I bought these to replace some aging RC7's that I bought a few years ago. These are not anywhere near as wide. (Also, every Shimano shoe I've ever used has has the word "wide" on it somewhere, and these don't.) I have no idea why it was re-designed this way. I've had to send them back and will now have to look to another brand for a truly wide shoe. Competitive Cyclist is a great company and the return was as easy as can be.
Neil G.
June 23, 2021
Nice shoe, but….
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 46W
- Height
- 6` 3"
- Weight
- 171 lbs
These are pretty shoes. I feel like Dorothy in ruby slippers. I raced for 30 years so I’ve worn a few shoes. These have decent ventilation and good support, though I put an insole in most shoes, these included. Wides are great, especially after a narrow pair of Scotts I wore previously. Two issues: First, the tongues slide down and I haven’t figured a fix yet, using the boa wires. Second, and maybe related, the top strap doesn’t sit flat on my high arches. I’m hoping this will stretch to fit in time, but with synthetics that’s unlikely. There’s no real adjustment of the strap angle. So, I like em, but they’re not perfect for my feet.
Mark P.
January 30, 2021
Great shoes, however not what you expect
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 44
- Height
- 6` 0"
- Weight
- 180 lbs
If you have wide feet, like in my case 114mm width, this shoes are not going to fit you properly, this is for people with slightly, I mean SLIGTHLY wider feet that narrow feet, in size 44 is 4 inch wide which is not that wide, other that that the shoes are everything you can wish from a cycling shoe, super comfortable yet stiff and man, what a great looking shoe, I really wanted to like them and keep them but they just didn’t fit my width of feet and the way I think is that if I’m going to pay this much money or more for a shoe they better fit me properly, so I decided to return them to get either the lakes CX238 or the CX241 in wide version, hope this review helps and answer some questions, as far as the size it is true to size, if anything I’d say it runs a half size larger
manuel ferreira
July 4, 2020
How much wider is a shimano wide compared to the regular width. Thanks
john G.
June 16, 2020
SH-RC701 shoes
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 44 (9.7) U.S.
- Height
- 5` 8"
- Weight
- 154 lbs
Too narrow for my feet.
harris T.
June 11, 2020
Excellent quality and WIDE!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 46W
- Height
- 5` 9"
- Weight
- 225 lbs
I normally wear an 11W in Merrell shoes/boots, 11.5 regular in Adidas running shoes and—just like my Shimano MTB SPD shoes before these—I selected a 46W and they are spot on. Comfortable, stiff (enough), and the BOA adjustments work great. Only one way but work well for me. Red was my only option and they seem a bit flashy, but not obnoxious. I’m a recreational rider and these don’t make me look like I’m trying too hard. Comfort is worth it for me.
Pablo R.
January 10, 2020
Great shoes love the wide toe box option
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 43.5 wide
- Height
- 5` 6"
- Weight
- 190 lbs
Great shoes, very comfortable. Broken in after a couple of long rides. I wear a 9 1/2 wide regular shoe and the 43.5 fit well.
Edward R.
December 12, 2019
These are Amazing!
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
I just received them, but based on look and sizing, they are amazing. I may consider getting a back up pair. I wore Specialized carbon before in an EU44 Us 10.5 and they ran a little long but narrow. This I ordered a 43.5 and it fits my wide foot perfectly. I will update when I get some rides in
Alex J.
August 7, 2019
Love the shoes
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:
- True to size
- Size Bought
- 10.5
- Height
- 5` 10"
- Weight
- 205 lbs
These are some of most comfortable and best looking shoes around!! Perfect for wide feet!!
CHRIS B.
John Hargray Jr
August 30, 2019
What euro size did you purchase?
Jason H.
August 19, 2021
We have similar measurements, curious what your normal US shoe size is. I wear between a 10 and 10.5 and wonder if 44.5 or 45 would be the best fit.
Manuel F.
January 19, 2021
Hi Alex, i am also 44 in specialized and have the same issues with how narrow and long they run, now thinking on buying this ones in same size as yours, have you ride your bike more? Do you like them? Thank you