Blending rugged off-road performance with sleek, casual style, the Crank Brothers Mallet Speedlace Mountain Bike Shoe is ready to play in the mud before hitting the pavement for a post-ride brew with friends. These unassuming clip-in shoes pack all the necessary qualities for confidently hitting the turns and berms, yet remain comfortable at the trailhead when your ride ends and libations are in order. Features like the synthetic upper cushioned EVA midsole keep these kicks working hard for rides throughout the year, but the real winner is the match box design that's built to pair perfectly with Crank Brothers clipless pedal collections. Such a match made in heaven allows the Mallet Speedlace to shed mud and simplify entry and exit as you transition from pedaling to pushing your bike uphill. We're also stoked to find Crank Brothers' mid-friction rubber compound along the sole of the shoe, providing additional traction for optimal pedaling efficiency and grip when you're traversing roots and rocks.