It often seems there is a disconnect between affordability and performance when it"s time to purchase new cycling shoes. There are however, exceptions like the Northwave Fighter Shoe. The body of the Fighter Shoe rests on a lightweight, carbon-reinforced sole designed to maximize stiffness and power transfer throughout each pedal stroke. A polyurethane upper is combined with durable Airmesh material for optimal ventilation. The Fighter straps are all hook-and-loop for solid cinching, and left buckle-free for less weight, because yes, performance matters, even if you aren"t selling your first born to finance your cycling fetish.Omega heelcup prevents heel lift while ensuring a comfortable fitPerformance Advanced footbed is designed to follow the contours of the foot in order to eliminate hotspots