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Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch Review

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A pair of Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch SPD Compatible MTB shoes arrived in the mail a while back to replace my battered and bruised Shimano M182’s. Like most dedicated cycling shoes the M182’s suck for off bike activity of any significance. The glass fibre reinforced nylon-polyurethane soles offer little grip on any surface, and the lack of flex and cushioning makes hiking a last resort. Being more into exploring and adventure than racing I figured it was time to give hybrid ride/run MTB shoes a go. (more…)

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