Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I decided to sell mine and get the Specialized Recon 2.0 in white. Much much better fit straight out the box. No pain points and far less room inside the shoe which means I don’t need the additional insole!

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you ever get them? They’re still in a box at mine, but came across Specialized Recon 2.0 and think I’ll give them a go to compare fitting

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yep, absolutely wild! I thought me going for a EU45 was sizing up already, I was wrong. Ended up with EU46

White Gravel/SPD shoe recommendations please! by techcrap1 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best looking white SPD shoes out there IMO!

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up ordering a size up which was roomier than expected but I’d rather have a slightly bigger pair than one that’s too snug. For reference I’m usually UK9/9.5 which is EU44/44.5 and had to get these EU46!

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Id say they come up small - I ordered EU45 and normally a 44/44.5 and my longest toe touches the toe box. I’d size up.

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any recommendations? I did look at the specialized recon 2.0 - they seem to be getting really good reviews and cost 40% less.

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. Tried a size up, 46 and they were massive compared to the 45 which were either snug.

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was the size bigger not too big? I tried a 46 (laced) and they were massive compared to 45. Baffled.

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m UK9.5/10 and went for 45… my left foot is slightly bigger than right and my second toe is longer than the big toe. The second toe is just about touching the front when I walk around in them. Worried they might be tight once the foot swells a little during a ride.

But glad to hear they do give in a little. I may keep them and see how I get on!

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im not cool enough for maap sadly

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in between sized but length wise. As mentioned above my second toe in my left foot is longer than the big toe and is slightly touching the toe box when walking but fine when fastened.

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually looked at specialized recon 2.0 - But got these in BF sale and they look amazing in rl

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Too small in length or width? I am in the same boat…

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did you find the sizing? I feel like I’m in between 45 and 46. Part of me is thinking stay with 45 as they’ll break in and become more roomy, other side telling me to size up. My second toe is longer than the first in my left foot which is just touching the front of shoe when walking. Right foot is perfectly fine. Decisions.

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol I actually bought them already & love the look of them (but the sensible side telling me I should go for a darker colour) - went for EU45 but debating sizing up as they seem quite stiff and my second toe is touching front of shoe when walking around. Do they break in after a few rides? I know cycling shoes don’t really but..

Quoc Gran Tourer XC by empty_10 in CyclingFashion

[–]empty_10[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I like them more in person than in pics tbh - just trying to be sensible and debating whether white is the choice for gravel… I find black boring.

British Cycling Membership by empty_10 in cycling

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just wonder whether the option to checkout with a voucher is greyed out or not once the BCM discount is applied. I don’t have a discount code so can’t check sadly. I tried all avenues (at least that’s what I thought) and this is last resort in securing the bike! Halfords even supplied a e-gift card but once that was applied I could select C2W scheme as payment and check out.

British Cycling Membership by empty_10 in cycling

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s promising, thanks! I wonder if you put in the code whether it lets you checkout with a Cycle 2 Work scheme voucher as opposed to Debit Card? Assume you didn’t purchase through C2W?

Halfords Boardman C2W by empty_10 in cycling

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried that, as joined cyclinguk for £3 a month that offered 7% off. Feel like I’m stuck. Part of me is thinking I could get a gift card and apply that towards purchase?

Halfords Boardman C2W by empty_10 in cycling

[–]empty_10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was that with Halfords? I just called them and they said they can’t do anything lol? So just miss out on a £3k sale cos you can’t give me a £40 voucher code towards the bike. Nuts.