Important novelty of both models is the usage of Rovenica©* synthetic leather that is so fine, light and supple and yet so strong and shape-retentive that you gain the rigidupper stability you need for power and the pure comfort you need to go the distance. It stretches like fine natural leathers for an amazing fit, but it’s got a remarkablememory and strength that always brings the shoe back to its original shape. Rovenica©* combines perfectly with Shimano’s heat moldable Custom-Fittechnology that was designed for pro competition level racers who demand maximum stability and power transfer, plus the comfort to endure many hours on thebike. Custom-Fit transforms the ride of enthusiasts at every level because everyone benefits from a perfect fitting shoe. It heats and molds the upper panels, heel cupsand insoles to perfectly match the shape of your foot. For these professional level shoes, a lot of attention has been paid also to rigidityand a lightweight design. The uppers are more supportive and the carbon outsole is light and extremely rigid. SH-R315 is Shimano’s new top model SPD-SL shoe with a lightweight hollowchannel sole of a weaved carbon fiber.
It features multi-layered moisture controlmesh and anti-slip heel lining, knitted with metal fiber. It has been designed with a low-profile micro-adjust buckle and dual off-set straps. Weight is 523 g per pair.Yauheni Hutarovich (Francaise des Jeux) won the second stage of the Vuelta a Espana using this new model.SH-M315 is Shimano’s new top model SPD shoe with an ultra-rigid, long fiber carbon shank sole with tuned heel flex. Optional toe spikes increase traction in sandor loose dirt. It also features a low-profile micro-adjust buckle and dual off-set straps. Anti-slip heel lining knitted with metal fiber prevents heel lift. Weight is 686 g per pair. Niels Albert (BKCP-Powerplus) and Sven Nijs (Landbouwkrediet) will be using these shoes in the upcoming cyclo-cross season. *Rovenica© is a registered trademark of KURARAY CO., LTD in Japan
