Fizik R5B Uomo road shoes review

Fizik R5B Uomo road cycling shoe is the Italian brand's entry level option, though they certainly look as good a high-end racing cycling shoe

Fizik R5B Uomo
Cycling Weekly Verdict

Fizik has done a wonderful job with the R5B Uomo road cycling shoes. They look fantastic and offer a decent amount of comfort and performance for the price. I did suffer with hot spots on the side of my foot but that doesn't mean these won't suit you.

Reasons to buy
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    Great looking

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    Good overall secure fit

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Reasons to avoid
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    I got hot spots on the side of my foot

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    Flex can be felt

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Fizik is arguably best known for its high-end offerings like the R1B Uomo or the R3B's that are favoured by the likes of Luke Rowe and Geraint Thomas.

However, the Italian brand also offers an entry level option in the Fizik R5B Uomo.

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Symon Lewis joined Cycling Weekly as an Editorial Assistant in 2010, he went on to become a Tech Writer in 2014 before being promoted to Tech Editor in 2015 before taking on a role managing Video and Tech in 2019. Lewis discovered cycling via Herne Hill Velodrome, where he was renowned for his prolific performances, and spent two years as a coach at the South London velodrome.