Pearl Izumi Shoes

[Flur]

Does anyone have them? If so, what do you think of them? I have a pair on order (should arrive tomorrow) b/c they looked cute and I couldn't find any shoes at the LBSs that I've been to (they seem to only carry women's shoes in small sizes and I'm a 41.5 or 42/9.5 or 10), but I haven't found much info/reviews about them.

[michelem]

My first pair of cycling shoes were the PI Vagabond's. I did not like them as the smallest size was still too big (heel slippage). Luckily I got them for under $30 on clearance at REI. My second (and current pair) of cycling shoes are Sidi's and they fit SOOOO much better. Sidi's come in smaller sizes. Anyway, shoe fit varies SO much. I highly recommend trying before buying. Just because they look cute doesn't mean they'll feel good . . . but, then again you may luck out and get the best of both worlds! ;)

[Flur]

Just because they look cute doesn't mean they'll feel good

Agreed! I made sure I could return them before I ordered.

[queenridingbee]

I own a pair and wear a size 10 shoe. My shoes are size 42 style Vagabond R4. They're the first and only pair I've ever owned so I don't have anything to compare them to. They fit well, not too small & not too tight, all over. If I don't tighten the straps enough my heel can move around but it's fine when/if I re-tighten them again.

fwiw, I have no complaints about the shoe.

Q

added... i've used them initially with SPD cleats and currently with Look style cleats.

[Running Mommy]

which model did you order? We have a coupleof womens shoes in the shop, and everyone seems to like them.

[SouthernBelle]

I have a pair of PIs, but I've had them for a bit and don't remember the name/model. I've got no complaints. I normally wear a sz 7 shoe and these are 39s.

[ehirsch83]

If they are the PRO road, I am very interested to hear how you life them.

We sell them in the shop and I am curious about them, but at the same time do not want another pair of white shoes(white is the only thing stopping me from getting another pair of specialized carbon shoes).

I am looking at the PRO road(because they are one of the shoes I can get) along with SIDI, Shimano, and DMT. If any women have any thoughts on any of the carbon soled shoes from these brands, I would love to hear about it!

p.s. sorry for the thread jack!

[Flur]

I ordered the X-Alp Seek. They were supposed to be here today (I paid for Fedex 2-day), but I think b/c they were backordered and didn't ship with everything else they sent them using a cheaper post. Something called Smartpost? It takes 2-7 business days so it may be another week before they get here.

I did finally find an LBS by me that had shoes in my size - they only had one pair out of all the women's shoes in the entire store, but they fit really well. They're the Specialized Riata. So now I have an option if the PIs don't work out.