On the occasion of the UCI Road World Championships in the backyard in Zurich, Swiss shoemaker Suplest unveil the latest evolution of their top Road Pro carbon-soled road cycling shoes. Now lighter than ever, the Road Pro shoes get an all-new upper construction and unique forefoot flex designed for improved high-performance pedaling comfort.
And in addition to the new top-tier road cycling shoes, Suplest also has 2 new pairs of off-bike shoes, as well. The official sneakers of the Swiss Cycling team at road worlds, they come in both classic and more modern style options to choose from…
Suplest Road Pro carbon-soled road race cycling shoes
This latest iteration of Suplest’s top-tier carbon Road Pro further refines their flagship road cycling shoes, while carrying over much of their core tech. That means you still get the same Anatomic Wrap asymmetric construction for comfortable and adjustable fit, no matter your foot shape or volume. You still get the thin Carbon Shield beneath Boa wires for more even pressure distribution. And you get the 3D-Heelcounter shaped heel cup for solid support and a secure fit.
But now there’s a new lighter 1-piece upper that starts with a 3D-mesh, coated in a thin TPU layer for improved durability and comfort. And there’s a new ‘Flex Zone’ in the forefoot developed with pro cyclists that Suplest says “maximizes foot comfort during the pressure phase on the pedal” without compromising stiffness. The shoes are still rated 10/10 for stiffness with the full UD carbon sole prioritizing pedaling efficiency
Tech details
- TPU over 3D-mesh sandwich construction
- 2x Boa Li2 dial retention with mix of textile & plastic wire guides
- 10/10 stiffness Ergo 360° full UD carbon sole with integrated thru-ventilation channels
- classic 3-bolt cleat attachment with long fore-aft adjustment and cleat positioning guides
- non-replaceable SUPtraction rubber toe & heel tread blocks with wrap-around protection
- whole EU sizes 39-47, plus half sizes 42.5-44.5
- designed in Switzerland, manufactured in Taiwan
- claimed weight 245g per shoe (size 42) including the premium Solestar insole
Suplest Swiss Cycling sneakers
Suplest were also quite happy to hype their new limited edition casual shoes, announced as the ‘Official Sneaker supplier’ to the Swiss federation’s national cycling team at the World Championships in Zurich. The Suplest Classic & Sport ‘Swiss Cycling’ sneakers were developed as team wear for Worlds, and are ‘sustainably produced’ in Portugal from European materials. Worn by the ‘entire Swiss road cycling national team and staff’ at Worlds this week, you can buy them now in limited numbers on-site in Zurich or direct from Suplest online.
The natural leather Suplest Classic White Sneakers are all about simplicity. They get white leather lace-up uppers and off-white non-marking rubber soles with embroidered ‘Eddy’ the bear Suplest and ‘Swiss Cycling’ logos, plus subtle red tongue & heel accents.
The Suplest Sport Black Sneakers combine a checkerboard ripstop nylon upper in between suede leather reinforcements for a more modern tennis shoe style. They are meant to be lighter and more breathable, and feature a higher multi-color EVA midsole. These lace-up trainers also feature embroidered ‘Eddy’ the bear Suplest and ‘Swiss Cycling’ logos, plus more red highlight accents.
Suplest on- & off-bike shoes – Pricing, options & availability
Suplest offers the new Road Pro shoes in three colors – all-white, all-black, and then a slightly off-white team version with more prominent Suplest logos. The new carbon-soled road shoes sell for 419€, but won’t officially be available to consumers until December 2024.
As for the off-bike sneakers then, the Classic White shoes sell for 249€ in whole sizes 36-46. And lastly, the Sport Black shoes sell for 229€ in whole sizes 36-46.
