Best 5 Spinning Shoes for Women

When it comes to buying shoes, I have no reservation spending $625 on a pair of Jimmy Choos, but when a fellow spinner suggested I should spend a couple hundred dollars on a pair of authentic spinning shoes, I suddenly felt frugal to make such an investment. I've been spinning for almost 4 years and yet, I never understood the difference spinning shoes could actually do for my ride until I finally traded in my Nike Shox for a pair of reliable spinning shoes.

Selecting the right kind of spinning shoes was one the more difficult shopping experiences I ever encountered, since for the first time there was more to consider like function and features, than solely fashion. Spinning shoes are designed with threaded holes on the soles where a cleat can be screwed into the bottom of the shoe. The cleat attaches to the bike pedal to prevent the foot from sliding off to allow you to spin faster. These shoes are also made of thinner and more absorbent fabric than your typical shoe for better air circulation around the feet. Now with my new profound knowledge of these kinds of shoes, I'm able to suggest to others, as someone once did with me, the best selection of spinning shoes for women.

Sonoma 2 Mary Janes by Specialized - $75.00

Spin with style with these Mary Jane-inspired spinning shoes designed to take you from the saddle to the streets. A removable cleat cover allows you to go from regular flat pedals to clip-ins with a simple click. The soles are stiff enough for extreme pedaling but still smooth enough for a casual walk.
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Shimano SH-WF21 Women's Indoor Cycling Shoes - $89.99

Designed specifically for indoor cycling, it utilizes the latest lightweight and vented materials to allow for optimum performance and comfort. Its seamless interior is also constructed for comfort without socks featuring an antibromic & antibacterial insole to reduce foot odors.
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Women's SIDI Blaze Shoes - $129.99

This shoe encompasses stability and versatility. The two Velcro straps and padded tongue keep your feet secure while its narrow heel cup is intended for a tighter fit so that your feet don't move around the shoes during intense pedaling. Not to mention it also features SIDI's Competition sole, which allows for optional toe spikes.
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Spinning® Energy Shoes - $195.00

The newest Spinning® Energy cycling shoe to arrive has a sleek new design. Constructed of nylon mesh for optimal comfort, coolness and breathability, it's the ideal shoe for serious spinners.
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Women's SIDI Dominator 5 Shoes - $239.99

Featuring an advanced soft instep closure system and padded tongue to eliminate pressure points, this super shoe is loaded with exclusive extras. SIDI's Competition sole, High Security Velcro® and Lorica Microfiber are all built in for the most powerful pedalists.
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