What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "I’ve used the XC703s for everything from local XC races to big mountain rides, and they’re dialed. The carbon-reinforced sole gives me great power transfer without feeling overly stiff, and the grip off the bike is solid—even on loose hike-a-bike sections. Super comfortable, too." Built for elite performance and tuned for trail-ready comfort, the Shimano XC703 Cycling Shoe brings race-level efficiency to demanding off-road terrain. With a women's-specific fit and a low-profile carbon-reinforced midsole, it delivers maximum power transfer without compromising comfort on long rides or rugged courses. Whether we're sprinting through an XC course or climbing technical singletrack, the XC703 keeps us secure and responsive. The seamless upper construction wraps the foot for a stable, glove-like feel, while the ULTREAD XC rubber outsole offers confident traction during off-the-bike sections. The SPD-compatible design integrates cleanly with your pedal system for consistent engagement, even in wet and muddy conditions. Lightweight, breathable, and engineered for race-day intensity, the XC703W helps us push harder with every pedal stroke.