If the shoe fits it's the best shoe. Shimano S-Phyre shoes have been the most comfortable shoes I've worn. It was Giro and before that Soecialized. But hands down s-phyres are my favorites.
That said each generation from SC-9 to 902 to now 903 has become more minimalist and a little less cush. The 903's are very spartan. The uppers feel very light weight and lack the softness of the prior generations. There is a break in / get to know you period with the 903's that I never had with the sc-9's.
But after a few weeks of tweaks they are starting to feel like the high performance kit additions they were designed for.
One 903 highlight is the heel stability. You feel locked in more than other versions. Boas are good. Toe box is ample but I have low volume feet anyway.
If you're looking for the out of the box slipper comfort of the sc-9's it's gone. If you're looking for the next iteration of the best shoe on the market 903's will be great.
I've used mille gt/gts over the years (s5, s7, s9) but decided to try equipe finally as the mille padding has gotten even thicker over time (too thick?). Overall these are my new favorite bibs. The pad still provides good comfort but doesn't get in the way, and seems to stay under my sit bones better in more aggressive positions. A little tighter than the same size in mille but I really like the extra compression and raw cut openings. Have used for 3 hour trainer rides which is a real achievement, looking forward to nicer weather to test outside. Normal leg length is fine for me, 5'11"
This helmet is very comfortable and lightweight. It has good ventilation. I've had to retire a few helmets because of crashes, so the number one safety rating was very important. The only thing I dislike is that it doesn't have a magnetic chin strap clasp.
