Cycling Monument Unveiled: Introducing the Pearl IZUMi Launch Review

Slightly longer than expected but not so much that I wanted the next size down. Good toe protection. The stiff midsole for kicking is good but not as grippy as I would like. Good material for breathability and drying. Unfortunately, the seams where the tongue meets the upper come undone and now things that stick out at the corners or get wet end up in my shoes. Happened right after the expiration date. It would have been 4 stars if they had stayed together. For the money I would recommend a…

They are very small and the size chart provided by Revain is far from ideal. At first they feel normal, but tough and unyielding. So no matter how many times I wear them, my feet get sore and uncomfortable. And since they're essentially molded rubber, there's no chance they'll mold or take the shape of your feet. I suggest you look elsewhere.

Bought to replace my 5.10 Freerider contacts. I also have a pair of original Specialized 2FO shoes. I think the feel and traction of this shoe is better than the Specialized 2FO. However, there is nothing more persistent than 5.10. Now for the comparison with 5.10. The shoes are very comfortable and I have a narrow size 12 feet. When walking around, the 5.10 feels more like a comfortable running shoe. The Pearl shoes are slightly more rigid in the sole and with fabric in the upper part of the…