2018 S-Works 6 XC Mountain Bike Shoes

We spent some time thinking how to describe our new S-Works 6 XC mountain bike shoes, and really, their selling point is pretty easy—they're the lightest, most connected XC race shoes in the world.

They're not just light, although they are only 270 grams-per-shoe, but it's more about the blend of low weight and incredible performance. They feature our stiffest and lightest carbon fiber outsole for pedaling efficiency and feedback, while they borrow some unparalleled traits from the road version of the S-Works 6, for explosive speed and superior comfort.

The speed comes as a direct result of an incredible fit and a better connection, delivering more efficiency and power to the pedal. The new PadLock™ heel, combined with revolutionarily strong and lightweight materials in the upper, creates a snug fit that's incredibly secure. The Result? You have a shoe that helps transfer more of your energy into the pedals when you crank up the watts. Add to that the legendary performance and adjustability of the dual-Boa® closure system and the S-Works 6 becomes more than just a shoe, it allows you and your bike to work seamlessly together with maximum efficiency.

• Body Geometry sole and footbed are ergonomically designed and scientifically tested to boost power, increase efficiency, and reduce chance of injury by optimizing hip, knee, and foot alignment.

• Body Geometry sole and footbed are ergonomically designed and scientifically tested to boost power, increase efficiency, and reduce chance of injury by optimizing hip, knee, and foot alignment.

• Body Geometry sole and footbed are ergonomically designed and scientifically tested to boost power, increase efficiency, and reduce chance of injury by optimizing hip, knee, and foot alignment.

• Our stiffest and lightest FACT plate. Stiffness Index 13.0.

• Our stiffest and lightest FACT plate. Stiffness Index 13.0.

• Our stiffest and lightest FACT plate. Stiffness Index 13.0.

• Dyneema® Cubic Tech™ directional fibers are thermobonded to create no-stretch zones for ultimate connection.

• Dyneema® Cubic Tech™ directional fibers are thermobonded to create no-stretch zones for ultimate connection.

• Dyneema® Cubic Tech™ directional fibers are thermobonded to create no-stretch zones for ultimate connection.

• Independent Boa® S2-Snap dials for on-the-fly micro-adjustment, backed by the Boa® Lifetime Guarantee.

• Independent Boa® S2-Snap dials for on-the-fly micro-adjustment, backed by the Boa® Lifetime Guarantee.

• Independent Boa® S2-Snap dials for on-the-fly micro-adjustment, backed by the Boa® Lifetime Guarantee.

• PadLock™ molded heel and one-piece stroble upper for superior fit.

• PadLock™ molded heel and one-piece stroble upper for superior fit.

• PadLock™ molded heel and one-piece stroble upper for superior fit.

• Titanium alloy cleat nuts can rotate to position pedal/cleats 5mm rearward.

• Titanium alloy cleat nuts can rotate to position pedal/cleats 5mm rearward.

• Titanium alloy cleat nuts can rotate to position pedal/cleats 5mm rearward.

• SlipNot™ rubber heel and toe tread for confident traction on all terrain with removable toe studs.

• SlipNot™ rubber heel and toe tread for confident traction on all terrain with removable toe studs.

• SlipNot™ rubber heel and toe tread for confident traction on all terrain with removable toe studs.

• Form Fit last with roomy toe box for ultimate connectivity and comfort.

• Form Fit last with roomy toe box for ultimate connectivity and comfort.

• Form Fit last with roomy toe box for ultimate connectivity and comfort.

• Two-bolt cleat pattern fits all major mountain pedals.

• Two-bolt cleat pattern fits all major mountain pedals.

• Two-bolt cleat pattern fits all major mountain pedals.

• Ceramic printed, abrasion-resistant graphics for lightweight durability.

• Ceramic printed, abrasion-resistant graphics for lightweight durability.

• Approximate weight: 270g (1/2 pair, Size 42)

• Ceramic printed, abrasion-resistant graphics for lightweight durability.

• Approximate weight: 270g (1/2 pair, Size 42)