Specialized SHOES RACE S-WORKS TORCH LACE

Beschreibung

The all-new S-Works Torch Lace delivers the timeless, refined style of a lace-up with an unprecedented level of efficiency, lightweight and comfort thanks to Body Geometry. All this results in a shoe that disappears on your foot, yet begs to be seen.

Like every shoe we make, the S-Works Torch Lace starts with Body Geometry - identify a problem, solve it with design, validate it with science - to improve comfort, increase performance and reduce the risk of injury for every rider.

Comfort: The S-Works Torch Lace uses our new forefoot shape - 4 mm wider than the S-Works 7 - based on extensive 3D foot scans and Retül data. The upper features a remapped zonal layering. It remains incredibly flexible to adapt to different foot shapes, but does not stretch during a long day in the saddle for a firm, consistent fit. An asymmetric heel counter reduces hard touch points with the ankle while still providing knee stability validated by our Human Performance team.

Efficiency: Each Body Geometry shoe optimises ankle, knee and hip alignment for a stable pedal stroke with our patented Varus Wedge, a 1.5mm outward-tilted outsole. Retaining the light weight of laces and paying attention to every gram - from the carbon outsole to the upper material - the S-Works Torch Lace weighs a feather-light 200 grams in size 42. With an internal I-Beam, the carbon outsole offers the ideal stiffness-to-weight ratio for big efforts without adding extra grams, optimised by working with the world's best riders.

Style: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and those who see the S-Works Torch Lace will be able to admire them for as long as they can hang from your wheel. With classic lines and understated colourways, the S-Works Torch Lace feels right at home, whether you're chasing finish lines or mountain peaks before sunset.

Based on data from Retül foot scans, the new footplate is 4 mm wider at the ball than the previous generation S-Works 7 shoe.
By optimising the construction, the new carbon plate is 20 grams lighter than the S-Works 7. An internal I-Beam ensures that the stiffness remains the same as in the previous generation.
An updated last uses Retül data to better fit the shape of riders' feet and slopes more towards the lateral side for a snug, foot-close fit.
The asymmetric heel counter supports the medial side and removes material from the lateral side, allowing for a lower collar.
The lacing offers the most possibilities to adjust the fit along the whole foot.
Titanium alloy shoe nuts can rotate to position pedals and cleats 5 mm backwards. Three-bolt cleat pattern fits all common racing pedals.
Non-slip, replaceable heel profile with internally recessed screws for safety.
Approximate weight: 200 g (1/2 pair, size 42).