As much as we'd like all our rides to be warm and sunny, sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. The Pearl Izumi PRO WxB and Giro Blaze midweight shoe covers are made for those cool but not freezing cold days where rain threatens. I tested a pair of each this winter and spring, in everything from pouring rain and snow to dry, blustery days.
Pearl, Giro and many other companies make heavy-duty booties for full-on winter conditions; these pairs are for spring and fall — or even cool summer days when rain is in the forecast.
The Giro Blaze is a fairly traditional booty, with nice touches like a reflective pull tab on the rear that makes it easier to get the things off and on, and make your feet more visible to drivers behind. The material is snug and stretchy, and water-resistant but not waterproof. The reinforced sole proved rugged over months of testing.
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The new Pearl Izumi PRO WxB shoe cover has two unique features — the breathable, waterproof fabric and the Velcro rear entry panel that opens completely. While the fabric isn't a hard sell — and it works well, by the way — I was initially unconvinced by the nontradtional entry. For one, it looks a little clunky compared with the Giro's rear-zip, for instance.
The Giro Blaze (left) can fend off spray but can't keep out pouring rain. The Pearl Izumi PRO WxB, however, holds off rain like a champ
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