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Lake Cycling Shoes: Perfect fit for every cyclist

If you enjoy cycling, you know that good cycling shoes make the difference between simply going for a ride and truly performing. Lake Cycling is a brand that's fully committed to comfort, fit, and quality. For years, Lake cycling shoes have been known as the benchmark in ergonomics and customization. But what makes these shoes so special?

Focus on fit: Where Lake excels

While many brands focus on weight, design, or aerodynamics, Lake prioritizes fit. This begins with the development of their lasts. A last is the fundamental shape of every shoe. Lake uses a variety of lasts so that every cyclist, from narrow to extra wide, can find the perfect shoe. This makes them unique in the market. (Text continues below the image)

Lake cycling shoes are designed to fit the natural shape of the foot, even if it deviates from standard sizing. Many people experience pressure points, numb toes, or other discomfort in standard cycling shoes. Lake addresses this problem at its core: the shoe's shape is based on real feet, not ideals.

Wide Fit: Finally, comfort for wide feet.

One of Lake's greatest strengths is its wide range of wide cycling shoes. While other brands often offer only one model in a wider fit (if they even do), Lake offers a Wide/Small or even Extra Wide version of almost every model. For cyclists with wider feet, this is a breath of fresh air: no more pinching shoes, but comfort and support for the entire ride.

Lake is also one of the few brands that makes shoes in sizes up to 52. As is well known, the Dutch are, on average, the tallest people in the world. This also means they have, on average, larger feet.

High-quality materials and technology

Lake uses premium materials like genuine leather, carbon soles, and the renowned BOA closure system. Lake cycling shoes are not only comfortable but also durable and efficient. The carbon sole ensures maximum power transfer, while the leather conforms to your foot over time.

Lake also offers shoes for various disciplines:

  • Racing bicycles
  • Gravel
  • Mountain bike (MTB)
  • Triathlon
  • Winter cycling: with insulated shoes especially for cold conditions

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Lake MX239 & CX239: Premium Cycling Shoes for Off-Road and Race

Two popular models from their collection are the Lake MX239 (for MTB and gravel, and the successor to their best-selling off-road shoe: MX238) and the Lake CX239 (for road, the successor to the award-winning CX238). Both shoes are Lake's top-of-the-line and built with the same philosophy: maximum performance without compromising fit.

But what makes these shoes so special and what are the differences?

Lake CX239: Performance and comfort on the road

The Lake CX239 is a high-performance road shoe designed for the demanding cyclist. This shoe combines a lightweight carbon sole with a sleek, aerodynamic profile, making it exceptionally stiff and powerful. (Text continues below the image)

Key features of the CX239:

  • 100% carbon sole: super stiff and light for maximum efficiency
  • Durable and supple leather (helcor or kangaroo leather) that conforms to your foot
  • Double BOA closure for a precise, pressure-free fit
  • Available in Regular and Wide: ideal for both narrow and wide feet

What truly sets this shoe apart is the fit. Many road cycling shoes are narrow and tight, but Lake also offers a Wide version with the CX239, so cyclists with wider feet can also ride comfortably without pinching or numb toes.

Lake MX239: Sustainable Partner for Gravel and MTB

The Lake MX239 is the off-road version of the CX239, specifically designed for mountain biking, gravel, and cyclocross. Like its racing counterpart, this shoe offers the perfect blend of comfort, fit, and performance, but with a more robust design for rougher conditions.

Key features of the MX239:

  • Vibram rubber sole with carbon reinforcement for optimal grip and stiffness
  • Full grain leather upper that can withstand a blow
  • Double BOA closure for perfect fixation, even in muddy or wet conditions
  • Also available in Wide versions

Whether you're riding technical trails or spending hours on gravel, the MX239 offers the support you need, with the comfort that defines Lake.

Conclusion

Lake cycling shoes aren't your average shoes. They're designed for cyclists who demand comfort, fit, and performance. With an unparalleled focus on the foot's natural shape and a wide range of sizes and lasts, including wide options, Lake offers a solution for virtually every cyclist.

Want to improve your cycling performance and ride more comfortably? Then Lake cycling shoes are definitely worth considering.

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