I have the mavic Zxellium shoes and they are the best I have ever owned. Stiff, comfortable, and look sharp. I get complements on them all the time. You may even be able to get them for a little under your budget. I saw them on bonktown for pretty cheap the other week so I would look there. If you do get them for a good deal spend the saved money on the helmet and get a Orbea Odin. It is by far the most comfortable helmet I have ever worn with huge vents that give you plenty of breeze and airflow and pretty light to boot.