Northwave Storm Carbon Road Shoes White-Black

The Northwave Storm Carbon Road Shoe which replaces the Flash 2 Carbon has a Morph Carbon 12 AAS sole with full-carbon insert in the pedal area with a stiffness index of 12.0. The exclusive Anatomical Arch Support® made of TPU, allows the shoe to perfectly shape on the bow arch, making it the ideal sole for any type of foot.

The shoe is NW Speedplay adapter compatible for the lowest stack height between foot and pedal.

The unibody construction matches strategically placed large mesh inserts with ultrathin reinforced materials to deliver unrivalled breathability and targeted stability. Open-knit mesh ensures even greater airflow. The asymmetric lacing removes pressure from the top of the foot for the optimum snug fit. The cycling shoe has a SLW2 dial plus extra strap: the only one with step-by-step and full release in a single button. The Performance Regular footbed provides greater support.

Features

MORPH CARBON 12AAS:
Power straight to the pedals and arch support for any shape of foot. The full-carbon insert in the pedal area delivers an excellent response on the pedals without impacting the low-weight design or first-rate ventilation. The Morph Carbon 12 AAS sole features the exclusive Anatomical Arch Support®: a TPU arch support integrated between the sole and the upper that enables the shoe to adapt to the arch while providing the best possible support when riding. TPU offers a reduced degree of flexion so is an ideal material for long-distance riding.

ANATOMICAL ARCH SUPPORT®:
Not all feet are the same, not even on the same person. The main difference is the conformation of the arch: having the correct support is essential for avoiding tendinitis or plantar fasciitis. A customised arch support on its own doesn’t provide enough support, and sometimes even the best soles with built-in arch support fail to fulfil more specific requirements or mean compromising too much on comfort.

Northwave has combined the benefits of both solutions by ironing out their flaws and creating a first for the market: the exclusive patented Anatomical Arch Support technology. Integrated between the sole and the upper, this TPU arch support enables the shoe to adapt to the arch of the foot, which gets the best possible support during movement and exercise. TPU offers a reduced degree of flexion so is an ideal material for long-distance riding, guaranteeing comfort and support even for riders who prefer a less extreme solution than a carbon arch support.

SPEEDPLAY ADAPTOR (not included in the delivery): The shortest distance between foot and pedal on the market. Northwave developed and patented, in collaboration with Speedplay, an exclusive adaptor that provides maximum power transmission on pedals, thanks to the reduced thickness of just 0,5mm rather the 3mm of the traditional Speedplay adaptors. Made of nylon with a thin aluminum plate (it saves 8,5gr) it allows to respect the natural anatomy of the sole keeping minimized the distance between the foot and the pedal in any position. Without adding bulk and weight as it occurs in systems without the adaptor.

REGULAR FIT: Tests on hundreds of feet and countless trials have created the perfect shape for transferring 100% of your power straight to the pedals. The toe is designed to be just the right size to prevent any numbness, while the slightly set-back instep and the special snug-fitting design of the heel hold the foot in place during every pedal stroke and prevent any slipping.

S.L.W. 2: Maximum precision and usability. The side button offers dual functionality: press the button for micrometric release, or lift the button to instantly undo the shoe completely. The ergonomic shape of the ratchet base matches the shape of the foot for added comfort, while the size and minimized weight plus the outer soft-touch covering make it easier and better to grip. It features wires that harness the best technologies used in sailing, and can be easily replaced using the spare parts kit.

Specifications

About Northwave

Established on 1978 in Montebelluna, Italy, which is of the most famous technical shoe district. The passion of Northwave successful athletes is the same passion NW people bring each day to NW product development.

Northwave manufactures cycling shoes and apparel, snowboarding gear and other custom products for athletes in road, mtb, and other disciplines through distributors in Italy and internationally. With its emphasis on creativity, technology and fashion, Northwave has now become a world leader in cycling shoes and snowboard boots.

Over the years Northwave shoes have been worn by some of the greats of the sport including Mario Cipollini, Tom Boonen, Peter Van Petegem, Fabian Cancellara, Frank and Andy Schleck, Alejandro Valverde and Tom Dumoulin. Northwave have since expanded their range from exclusively making footwear, to producing a whole range of cycling clothing and attire. With their range now including jerseys, jackets, shorts, bib tights, warmers, socks and eyewear, Northwave can honestly say that they provide its customers with apparel from head to toe.