FLR ROAD SHOES
FLR F-XX II
~260g per shoe (size 44)
Upper Construction: Microfiber leather upper
Closure System: Two independent Atop dials
Outsole: Elite R500 stiff carbon fiber outsole
Sizes: 39-47 EU
FLR F-XX II REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Top-end super stiff full carbon sole at a mid range price point
- Large toe box
- Atop dials work well
- Comfortable
- Great fit
- Excellent durability
- Easy to clean materials
- Reflective details at the front and rear of the shoes
- Weight for the price
- Great value and performance for the price
Cons
- No half sizes available
- Non-replaceable heel and toe pads
- One reviewer found that the super stiff soles compromise comfort whilst riding on rough surfaces
FLR F-22 II
~300g per shoe (size 44)
Upper Construction: Microfiber leather upper
Closure System: A-A17 reel knob lacing system with a velcro strap
Outsole: R350 outsole - 100% carbon plate with surrounding nylon composite
Sizes: 38-47 EU
FLR Defender Road
~377g per shoe (size 44)
Upper Construction: Strong coated cordura & weather resistant neoprene upper. Seam sealed waterproof DryS-Tex membrane sock. Fleece shoe liner.
Closure System: Simple lace up system and a large velcro closure
Outsole: M250 nylon outsole
Sizes: 38-47 EU
FLR DEFENDER ROAD REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Affordable price
- Insulation and waterproofing – feet stay warm whilst still breathable
- Road and mountain bike outsole options
- Very comfortable
- Good fit
- Closure system is easy to use but……
Cons
- …….The lace system isn’t as secure as dials
- Lack of colour options
- Bulky
FLR F-11
~301g per shoe (size 44)
Upper Construction: Microfiber leather upper
Closure System: Atop single dial & velcro strap
Outsole: R250 Road Outsole features new injected fiberglass
Sizes: 38-47 EU
FLR F-11 REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Affordable price
- Impressive ventilation
- Extremely comfortable
- Upper is soft, flexible and comfortable
- Aesthetics
- Dial closure system
- Good fit
- Reflective detail at the rear of the shoes are a nice touch
- Wide range of colours
Cons
- Nylon sole has quite a bit of flex
- One reviewer found that the velcro strap doesn’t do much
FLR F-15 III
~304g per shoe (size 45)
Upper Construction: Breathable synthetic fibre with ventilated nylon mesh
Closure System: Three point closure system: a ratchet buckle and two offset velcro straps
Outsole: R250 Road Outsole features new injected fiberglass
Sizes: 36-49 EU
FLR F-35 III
~304g per shoe (size 45)
Upper Construction: Breathable synthetic fibre with ventilated nylon mesh
Closure System: Three low-profile velcro straps
Outsole: R250 Road Outsole features new injected fiberglass
Sizes: 36-49 EU
FLR F-35 III REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Good sole stiffness level
- Good build quality overall
- Durable upper
- Good fit
- Comfortable once bedded in
- Decent performance and quality for the price
Cons
- No side to side cleat adjustment markings
- Tongue is quite thick