Bikebug have 20% off all their Shimano range, which includes their top of the range road cycling shoes. These usually go for $440, and are now $352 with the coupon code.
Also available in white:
https://www.bikebug.com/shimano-sh-rc903-s-phyre-road-shoes-…
I dunno if I'd call this good, mediocre, would buy if you're in the market, but if you're not after the replaceable heel or a specific RC903 colourway, I would recommend RC702 which are ?$300 RRP and $250 at BikeBug right now. I've only ever purchased S-Phyres when the next generation was out at 1/2 price, but at that point you're limited to unpopular colours (lucky for me, I like chrome blue). I got the last generation, track variant of this (RC901T) for <$300 when RC902T came out.
+1 for highlighting all shimano stuff is 20% off though. Thanks @michaelxv333
Well, I would not really compare 903 and 702. A valid comparison should be 902 and 702. "2" is the previous generation.
The majority of us don't need these types of shoes
Honestly even my "best" clip ins are basically destroyed over a few weeks of riding gravel and clipping in and out.
My current shoes were about $125. And they'll be dead in a few more months of riding.
The plates are scratched to hell
Well, I don't think this is made for gravel. That's why they don't last. My pair of these are lasting years.
Are you using gravel specific shoes, road or mtb shoes?
MTB/gravel shoes
@Telios: Then what do you mean the plates are getting scratched? There would normally be rubber grip on the sole but if you meant the small uncovered part surrounding the cleat and it is getting damaged from the pedal, it may be an issue with the pedal because shoes shouldnt get destroyed from clipping in and out after a few weeks.
You should get cyclocross or gravel specific shoes. Shimano makes different ones but they're basically the same level of durability. Less durable but stiffer than an enduro cleat compatible shoe (which are pretty unpopular as most enduro cyclists hate cleats, so do sometimes end up cheap when the new season's shoes come out, also worth a look if you can tolerate a flexier shoe).
If you have long narrow feet and want a shoe that has replaceable lugs, the higher end Sidi's (drako, dragon and tiger, the names are kinda dumb) are worth a look. Sidi's last didn't agree with my feet so I've never gone back.
Are you implying that it should not have been published? It is still a good deal, I have been monitoring these for a while. And those who do not need them can just skip the deal and not buy them.
Thanks op, got 20, 10 for each foot
Out of curiosity, what is the difference between these and my $90 Shimano shoes?
If it is anything like groupsets, I'm guessing maybe 20 grams?
Lighter yes, a little more comfortable maybe, but with a sole that is a lot stiffer.
I preferred racing / sprinting in shoes like this as they feel faster - but for casual riding or commuting there's not really a difference between these and your $90 shoes.
Probably even less important than groupset upgrades.
Shifting/materials/reliability tend to get a bit better as the groupset climbs and depreciating returns a few from the top.
The top tier shoes will have carbon fibre shanks but it's honestly wank. BoA laces as well I guess (yay dials that can break).
Unless you are riding competitively it's only useful for impressing old guys in Lycra at coffee shops.
Klaus, the main difference is Mtb x road.
Ahhh yes, very good eye there peasant.
I like you, you can live. <3
I started off with SPD's on my first road bike and stuck with them ever since, can walk around in my shoes and cleats last way longer. Didnt really want to switch to SPD-SL and have to buy new shoes and pedals too.
Thanks for letting us know.
Thanks! Worked perfect for cassette and chains as well.
The sale is on anything Shimano, not just shoes.
Wow, a good price and all sizes present. Nice. I purchased mine for $380 in Jan 2023. The 'leather' sole is a bit of an issue if you need to walk in these over a rough terrain. Or even if you clip/unclip a bit awkwardly pedals leave marks.