What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I've been racing in the Scott MTB RC Ultimate Cycling Shoe all season, and the stiffness index 10 carbon sole makes a noticeable difference on long climbs where every pedal stroke counts. The BOA Li2 dial lets me dial in fit on the fly without stopping, and the Sticki Rubber compound gives me real confidence on technical dismounts where footing matters."When the race tape goes up, and the course gets steep and technical, the margin between a podium run and a good effort often comes down to equipment. The Scott MTB RC Ultimate Cycling Shoe is engineered specifically for that moment, a top-of-the-line race shoe built around an HMX carbon sole and Carbitex upper that together deliver the kind of stiffness and power transfer that makes every pedal stroke count when the trail gets hard. The BOA Fit System Li2 closure gives you micro-adjustable precision fit that holds secure through rough terrain without pressure points, and the adjustable ErgoLogic insole system lets you customize the footbed to your specific geometry for a truly dialed fit. Sticki Rubber on the outsole handles the moments when you're off the bike and picking a line through a technical section, gripping in all conditions so transitions stay fast and confident. At 360 grams per shoe, the RC Ultimate keeps weight out of the equation so your legs can do the talking.