Sidi Italian stylist design. ***** home run ! Shimano SPD Cleats for XTR pedals used to complete my setup. Purchased for those really cold mornings when you can see your breath, snow, and mud riding up in the California Inyo and Sierra Nevada foothills. My toes and feet are very happy (nice and toasty).
Boot design and upgrade is far better fit and comfort than my older Sidi winter boots. The cleat interface is tremendously difficult. The new boot tread is a bit too thick to immediately, out of the box, to mate with Shimano Spd peddle. I was forced to remove mm or so of rubber tread to allow proper peddle engagement. Not exactly disappointing and yet not perfect.
Comfortable. Easy to walk with the cleats. Warm. Easily adjustable. Easy on and off. Great cold weather shoe!
