Shimano EX500 black

Shimano EX500 black cycling shoes (touring)

The Shimano EX5 - black are versatile touring shoes designed for bike rides requiring comfort, stability, and ease of walking. Their design combines a sporty style, a sole optimized for mixed terrain, and technical features suited to bikepacking, hiking, and exploration. They are designed to offer a balance between pedaling efficiency and walking comfort.

Stiffness index: 5/12.

Main features

• High-grip ULTREAD EX rubber outsole with a tread pattern optimized for tough cycling and hiking adventures
• Quick lacing system with instep tightening strap for quick and easy adjustments
• EX midsole with layered EVA foam to absorb heel impact and improve walking comfort
• More sustainable construction with upper and midsole made from 25% recycled mesh (by weight)
• Lightweight, sporty upper with mesh panels for a secure fit and good breathability
• Enlarged contact area at the forefoot to improve grip and reduce cleat vibrations while walking
• SPD placement in the middle of the foot to improve pedaling comfort at moderate cadence

Technologies

• ULTREAD
• SPD

Technical details

• Model: SH-EX500
• Series: SHIMANO
• Model year: 2024
• Model year: 2025
• Sex: Male
• Segment: Off-road / Explorer
• Product name: EX500
• Wedge system: SPD
• Shape type: Volume Tower
• Stiffness index: 5
• Recommended pedals: PD-T8000, PD-EH500
• E-Bike Rated: Yes
• Midfoot cleat adjustment: Yes
• Heel impact absorption: Yes

Construction

• Closure: 1 band + quick lacing
• Upper material: Mesh + synthetic leather
• Outsole material: ULTREAD rubber
• Midsole material: Fiberglass-reinforced nylon + EVA
• Insole: Flat
• Actual weight (size 42): 359 g

Colors and sizes

• Colors: Olive Green, Black
• Sizes: 38 to 48

SPD Technology

The SPD system works equally well on and off the bike. It integrates the pedal and shoe to improve power transfer, stability, and walking comfort thanks to a recessed cleat. The wide pedal-shoe interface promotes efficient pedaling, while the open design improves mud shedding and reliability in off-road use.

Pedaling and walking stability

The lightweight ULTREAD EX rubber outsole is optimized for cycling and hiking adventures. Its aggressive traction pattern is designed to improve grip and stability while walking, while maintaining good pedaling comfort for cycle touring and bikepacking trips.