Following the success of the Shimano R320 road shoe, the Japanese giant has just announced a new flagship model – aptly named the R321.
The redesigned shoe features Shimano’s new covering ‘Surround’ upper. Made from Teijin Avail 100 ultralight fabric, the new upper is designed to improve fit over the previous model while also providing additional support under power. A large area of smooth material on the inside of the foot, combined with low profile buckles and straps, implies the shoes will be slippery in the wind.
Vents in the toe cap and heel along with 3D mesh panels should keep the funk of sweaty feet at bay.
The arch and upper instep of the R321 incorporate the same heat-malleable ‘Custom Fit film’ we have seen in previous Shimano shoes. The combination of interchangeable arch-supports and Shimano’s custom fit insoles should provide for added comfort.
The R321 shoes also feature an anti-slip heel lining, and external heel cup to keep the wearer's foot firmly planted in the back of the shoe.
The R320’s lightweight, Dynalast shaped carbon sole has been carried through to the new model, with a Shimano benchmark 12/12 stiffness rating given. Dynalast optimizes the footbed by increasing the angle at the toes, something that's said to offer a more efficient pedal stroke and less strain on ones plantar flexors, calf muscles and hamstrings. Also continuing from the R320's is the dual cleat plate, allowing an additional 11mm of fore-aft cleat adjustment.
Shimano is claiming its new range topper weighs 489g in an EU size 40, and should hit the market around March of 2015.
Pricing is to be confirmed.
via BikeRadar.com http://ift.tt/1C1VDYa
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