When we wake up in the morning with a big day of trail riding ahead of us, it's important to gear up with the proper shoes and apparel. That's why we're slipping on the Mallet E Lace Mountain Bike Shoe before our ride. They're designed to excel at enduro racing and trail riding, and Crank Brothers' Match Box is optimized for any mountain bike pedal, including SPD. A ready-to-ride pre-installed shim and cleat mean we can head out on the trail right away, and a classic lace closure system allows for easy adjustments.