border reiver

Does anyone have an opinion (based on experience) as to whether sidi ergo2 shoes are worth the xtra $ over sidi 5.5 carbon (or 6.6)?

I need to replace my trusty 5.5s and the only feature I can see that might be useful on the ergo2 is the heel adjustment thingy.

TIA

haimtoeg

I went from 5.5 to 6.6 and I am not sure I like them better. They fit a little differently.

oilman_15106

Spend the $$$ the Italian economy needs it.

kissTheApex

check backcountry.com (or outlet) reviews. I remember reading a review from a person that owned both 6.6 and ergo2. he told the difference was negligible IIRC.

531Aussie

I have genius 5s, 5.5s and 6.6s. My 5.5s are my 'everyday' shoes, and the 6.6s are my bling race shoes. As far as I can tell, the only difference between the 6.6 and Ergo is that the Ergo has one of those fishing-line closer things instead of a velcro strap.

The 6.6s are a different-feeling shoe to the 5.5s: the 6.6 has noticeably stiffer sole, and seem to be firmer all over. The 6.6s feel a teeny bit bigger and wider. While the sole feels stiffer, I doubt it acutally makes any real "power transfer" difference, as some claim, but, as they say, the placebo effect can't be underestimated. Stiffer soles are a little less comfortable, especially on warm/hard days. I think it's interesting that not all pros use carbon soles. Stiffer soles aren't for everybody.

I'm sceptical about most new 'bling', so I was suprised to find that I actually noticed a difference with the heel thing, and I like it. I've read people on here saying it does nothing, but I obviusly disagree.

I was also sceptical about the carbon sole, and was surprised that I noticed a difference.

Actually, I never intended to buy the 6.6s, and I expected all the extra bling would be a waste, but I was surprised all-round. I went to the shop to buy another pair of 5.5s, but the guy didn't have any, so he did me a good deal on the 6.6s.

Whether the extra money is worth it up to you, but if I was getting another pair I'd get 6.6s or Ergos

RudeSiggy

Velcro always seems to slip just a bit so I'd prefer the boa wire closure system thingie to the velcro on my 6.6s, but my budget can't justify it...especially with the deal I found on my shoes.

bigtea

Let me first say that I love my Sidi Genius 5's. However, that is based on fit (size 51) and cost (less than $140).

Unless you are so deep into racing or posing that you require ultra-stiff, ultra-light, ultra-fashionable shoes, it is pretty difficult to justify a pair of cycling shoes that cost as much as a decent wheelset.

border reiver

Thx for the editorial, but how do you know how much I can get them for? (hint: I would consider $140 for Genius 5's to be exorbitant)

And a genuine thanks to those who actually provided some useful information in response to my question. i think I'll probably go with the 6.6.

Booger

So what can you get them for? Is Sidi a sponsor?

El Diablo Rojo

I just replaced my Ergo1's with Ergo2s and they were worth the extra $$$. The heal retention system on the 2's is just fantastic, the soles are uber stiff and like every pair of Sidi's I've owned since 1989 they fit perfectly.

531Aussie

I agree. They're pretty good when they're new, but they start to 'dag out' after a while. One time, out of desperation, on my Genius 5s, I took those little red plastic hooks off, thinking they were stopping to velcro working properly. It didn't do much, but it didn't make them worse. I stiched 2 sets of new velcro onto my first pair -- what a pain!

camhabib

Does anyone have an idea on how to adjust the heel piece on the Ergo2's? I'm afraid to just start screwing around with them but I wouldn't mind having them a bit tighter. The instructions don't exactly provide a clear way to do so.

Grumpy McTrumpy

turn the screw in the direction that says (+)

camhabib

I tried that but it seemed like it required a lot of force to move and I didn't want strip the screw or anything. Do I need to remove the cap in the center and loosen or tighten the screw behind that?

Bostic

I'm going to have to do this soon as the velcro is shot on my 5's after about three years of use. Any tips?

Grumpy McTrumpy

just squeeze the two plastic wing things together (like you are pinching the achilles). you will see how the screws work. the (+) direction backs the screw out of the threads so you won't strip anything that way.

531Aussie

Yeah, get someone else to do it. Seriously! Stitching the hooked part of velcro by hand is torture. The next time I'll be getting a bootmaker to do it -- hopefully

bigtea

Yes, based on my experience you should spend $400 on Ergo2's. By the way, how much did you spend on your wheelset?

andre nickatina

Shoes and pedals are two upgrades that make a quantifiable difference on the bike (along with the other contact points, and having the fit down)... unlike a blingy headset, nicer hubs, carbon handlebars etc. With that in mind, if you have the legs to take advantage of increased stiffness, why not pony up the cash to get the best?

El Diablo Rojo

I average about 2.5-3 years per pair of cycling shoes, I ride about 6k miles a year + racing miles. I figure the shoes cost me about $130.00 bucks a year. Compared to what I spend on tires, cycling related food, chains, cassettes et al the shoes are a bargain.

jmcp60

I have a similar question, but mine is regarding genius 5 vs. 5.5. Is there any difference between these two models, besides price?
Not being a previous SIDI owner, how do the EU shoe sizes compare to the US counterpart? I usually wear a 10 or 10.5.

531Aussie

The sole is slightly different, but I never noticed