Best cheap cycling shoes: Save big on shoes from top brands

dhb Dorica: $104.55 from $54.00 at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Up to 50% off - With a choice of black, white or grey, and sizing from EU39 - EU48, there will be a pair of shoes here to match the majority of your wants and needs. 

Giro Empire ACC Women's: $299.95 from $74.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 75% off - If you wear a size 37 and like these shoes in black, then you're in for a serious bargain, but you have to be quick because they won't hang around. There's currently only one pair left!

Giro Republic R Knit: $149.95 from $49.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 67% off - You can find these knitted shoes on offer in several places at various percentages off. Each offers a different selection of sizes, so be sure to check both. The knitted upper married to a carbon sole makes for a very stuff, but comfortable and breathable package. 

Shimano IC5 Woman's Road Shoe: $130 from $49.97 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 62% off - A well vented shoe designed for indoor cycling and spin classes. A single Boa dial keeps the fit super simple, and a combo of a recessed 2-bolt cleat system and rubber bumpers on the sole mean you can walk to and from a spin class without slipping around. 

dhb Dorica Carbon: $135.30 from $72.00 at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Up to 50% off - The white colourway is discounted, with most sizes between EU 39 and 48 available, there will be a pair of shoes here to match the majority of your wants and needs. 

dhb Aeron Carbon Road Shoe Dial: $159 from $63 at Chain Reaction Cycles (opens in new tab)
Up to 60% off - You can save big on these carbon road shoes from dhb's Aeron range, with a wide range of sizes and two colourways to choose from. It's recommended to size down one size in these shoes. 

Shimano IC100 Cycling Shoe: $100 from $60 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 40% off - Another shoe designed for indoor cycling, but this time you can use either a 2-bolt or a 3-bolt cleat system depending on your preference. The single Powerstrap makes getting the right fit a breeze, and the perforated insole helps vent heat while you're riding hard. 

Time Osmos 10: $250 from $67.89 at Jenson USA (opens in new tab)
Up to 73% off - Time was a big name in pro-level cycling shoes in the past, with Greg LeMond a wearer. The Osmos looks to relive those glory days, with a stiff carbon injected sole and single Boa closure. It's available in black or white and a wide range of sizes at Jenson USA.

Giro Empire E70 Knit: $199.95 from $79.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 60% off - Only available in a size 39, but if this knitted slipper fits you, you could be in for your own Cinderella story. Super comfy, very stiff, and extremely breathable. 

Pearl Izumi Attack Road Shoe: $160 from $79.98 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 50% off - At half price these versatile shoes from Pearl Izumi are a great option to jump into performance footwear. Compatible with both 2-bolt and 3-bolt cleats you can use them on the road, or for a spin class, or both. A single Boa dial in conjunction with a Velcro strap help you tune them to your feet. 

Fizik Tempo R5: $159 from $84.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 47% off - Another option only available in a single size, 36, but if you're lucky you can snag a great pair of entry level shoes from a trusted Italian brand. Carbon reinforcing in the sole adds stiffness, and the Boa and Velcro combination keeps the fit tuneable and comfortable for long miles. 

Shimano RX8 Women's: $260 from $89.99 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 64% off - Available in two colours, navy and this jazzy gold option, with varying discount levels. A carbon composite sole and chunky tread makes this a great performance option for both gravel riding and MTB.

Specialized Torch 2.0: $169.99 from $99.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 41% off - The Torch isn't quite the range topping shoe that the S-Works 7 is, but it has similar fit and features. Boa and Velcro fit combo, a carbon sole, and Body Geometry ergonomics built in. It's just a bit more suited to intermediate riders, which is reflected in the price too. 

Giro Republic R Road Cycling Shoes: $174.99 $91.99 at ProBikeKit (opens in new tab)
Up to 48% off - A sizeable discount on a great shoe. These Republic Knit shoes feature Giro's engineered Xnetic Knit technology, developed for supple and superior sock-like comfort. They're available at a larger discount elsewhere if you scroll up, but only in selected sizes. 

Giro Factress Techlace Women's: $349.95 $119.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 66% off - The women's version of the Factor Techlace, the Factress is a high-end road-race shoe designed specifically for women, and combining an Easton carbon sole with synthetic microfiber upper for support and breathability. 

Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Leader v4: $350 $121.73 at REI (opens in new tab)
Up to 65% off - These lightweight, stiff and breathable performance road shoes from Pearl Izumi feature seamless uppers that minimise pressure points for a comfortable fit. Discounts available in black and yellow and there are lots of sizes still in stock.

Fizik R5 Artica Road Shoes: $200 $149 at Jenson USA (opens in new tab)
Up to 26% off - Recently rated highly in our Fizik Artica R5 Winter Cycling Boot review for their easy-to-clean uppers, ease to get on and off, comfortable-yet-secure lace retention, and the impressive warmth and water proofing, if you're in the market for winter shoes, you can't go too far wrong with these at this price. 

Giro Empire ACC: $299.95 from $149.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 50% off - The Empire, in whichever guise, has become a classic shoe silhouette. This ACC model is well discounted, offers great performance, and comes in this eye catching orange as well as some more standard colours. 

Perl Izumi Pro Air Cycling Shoe: $400 from $179.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 55% off - Available in a wide range of sizes this lace up shoe is well vented and a full 20% lighter than its predecessor. At this discount it's a serious deal, and a great rival to other lightweight lace-ups like the Giro Empire SLX. 

Pearl Izumi PRO Road Shoe: $400 from $199.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 50% off - The black option has more sizes available, but isn't reduced quite so heavily. Both options benefit from an excellent dual-Boa fit system, heavily vented knit uppers, and a super low weight thanks to a carbon sole. 

Gaerne Carbon Stilo: $477 $201 at Chain Reaction Cycles (opens in new tab)
Up to 58% off - If the original price was too eye-watering for you, take advantage of this half-off discount. Two colours are available still in a small selection of sizes. 

Bont Helix Road Shoes: $418.99 $182.49 at ProBikeKit (opens in new tab)
Up to 57% off - The Bont Helix is available in an array of sizes, with discounts varying. Grab yourself a lightweight and stiff carbon race shoe while the going's good.

Shimano RC-902 S-Phyre Shoe: $430 from $274.98 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 40% off - A truly pro-tier offering from the Japanese brand. Dual Boa dials take care of the fit and a super stiff carbon sole deals with the power transfer. There's a range of colours too if black isn't your thing. 

Sidi Jarin: $549.99 from $274.95 at Competitive Cyclist (opens in new tab)
Up to 50% off - One from our list of the best gravel bike shoes, the Jarin is classic Sidi in looks and adjustability, but now available at a more palatable price thanks to a whopping great discount.

dhb Dorica Road | 50% off at Wiggle
(opens in new tab)Was £70.00 | Now £42.50
Add a touch of class to your cycling wardrobe with the lace-up dhb Dorica shoes, available in black, white and grey, and with a full range of sizes in stock and on sale.

Specialized Sport Rbx Road Shoes | 70% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £99.99 | Now £29.99
The RBX Road shoes from Specialized are ideal for commuting or road cycling for those who are new to the sport. Only available in size 36.

Shimano IC100 Indoor Cycling Shoes | 7% off at Tredz (opens in new tab)
Was £69.99 | Now £64.99
If you're into indoor cycling, now's a great time to save some pennies on a pair of indoor-specific cycling shoes. These from Shimano have mesh uppers to help keep your feet cool as you up the watts on the turbo.

Specialized Torch 1.0 Road Cycling Shoes | Up to 55% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £100.00 | Now from £45.00
The entry-level shoe from Specialized has always represented good value, so to find it with over 40% off is even better. Most sizes are available, and while the best deal is on the yellow colour, there's a still-healthy 20% off in other options. 

Shimano RC1 road shoes | up to 28% off at Tredz (opens in new tab)
Was £89.99 | Now from £64.99
Available in a range of sizes in both Navy and Black colourways, the Shimano RC1s are an excellent entry-level shoe for anyone who's just getting into road cycling for the first time, or looking to upgrade to clipping in. They feature a synthetic leather upper with mesh texture for a comfortable fit, and three durable hook and look straps for closure.

dhb Aeron Carbon Road Shoe Dial | 50% off at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Was £120.00 | Now £60.00
Save big on these carbon road shoes with Atop dial adjuster from dhb's Aeron range, with a wide range of sizes and two colourways to choose from.

Giro Republic R Knit | up to 54% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £139.00 | Now £64.00
There's a whole range of sizes still available in the Black/Charcoal colourway, featuring a knitted upper to support and vent extremely well. 

Bontrager Circuit Road Cycling Shoes | up to 66% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £145.00 | Now from £50
Available in two colours, but limited sizes, there's a bargain to be had on these comfort- and performance-focused road shoes aimed at intermediate riders. They're built around Bontrager's inForm Race last for a comfortable fit, feature a perforated synthetic mesh and TPU upper for superior breathability, and a Boa L6 dial for precision fit adjustments.

Pearl Izumi Elite Road V5 Road Shoes | 66% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £179.99 | Now £59.99
Three colourways are still available in a range of sizes, so act fast to not miss out on grabbing these road shoes for less than half the retail price.

Lake CX218 | up to 53% off at Pro Bike Kit
(opens in new tab)Was £190.00 | Now from £79.99
With its carbon sole and Clarino Microfiber upper, the CX218 is a modern take on retro style, featuring a BOA dial for retention and Velcro for forefoot security. There's even a venting hole on the outstep for breathability. 

Fizik Tempo R5 Overcurve | 37% off at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Was £149.99 | Now £99.99
Grab a pair of Tempo R5 Overcurve shoes in Gunmetal Grey from Wiggle with a decent discount and peloton-crushing performance.

Pearl Izumi P.r.o Leader V4 Road Shoes | 70% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £249.99 | Now £74.97
There are massive savings to be had here, with the Black/Lime colourway having the most sizes available still.

Shimano RC7 SPD-SL Road Shoes | up to 56% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £189.00 | Now £84.00
As a mid-tier shoe, the RC7 comes with a carbon fibre sole, twin Boa dials for retention and lightweight overall construction. They're currently available a range of sizes in both Black and White. 

Bontrager Velocis | up to 62% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £200.00 | Now from £77
Claimed to be the Goldilocks combination of lightness and stiffness, the Bontrager Velocis road shoes have a perforated upper for ventilation and a Boa IP1 dial for two-way adjustment.

Northwave Raptor Arctic GTX Winter Boots | 47% off at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Was £209.99 | Now £109.99
With the neoprene cuff and waterproof upper, the Raptor Arctic GTX winter boot is designed to see you through the coldest and wettest conditions in comfort. They're in stock in a wide range of sizes. 

Specialized Torch 2.0 Road | 42% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £175.00 | Now £99.99
These shoes are all about comfort and performance, designed to carry the necessary stiffness for efficient power output, while also cupping and supporting your foot in a way that's comfortable and sustainable over a long day in the saddle. Combining Body Geometry sole construction and the medium-stiffness FACT carbon sole, the Specialized Torch 2.0 road shoes are currently a bargain.

Specialized Torch 3.0 | 50% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £230.00 | Now £115.00
If you're a fan of screaming hi-vis yellow, you can nab a pair of Specialized Torch 3.0 shoes for under £140, saving yourself over £90 on Specialized's top-of-range Torch shoes with two Boas.

Northwave Revolution 2 | 33% off at Tredz (opens in new tab)
Was £174.99 | Now £117.24
A reflective silver exterior should help you stand out from the norm, and be seen by car headlights when the sun goes down too.

Gaerne Carbon Stilo+ | Up to 49% off at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Was £329.99 | Now £165.00
Get a pair of these top-spec shoes, made by Gaerne in the home of Italian shoemaking in the Venito. You get two Boa dials on top and Gaerne's stiffest sole on the bottom for fast, efficient pedalling and a weight claimed by Gaerne to be under 600g a pair.

Specialized Torch 3.0 Road | 20% off at Cyclestore (opens in new tab)
Was £230.00 | £184.00
The Specialized Torch 3.0 is discounted in white, with a huge range of sizes still available.

Mavic Cosmic Ultimate III Road Cycling Shoes | 63% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £350.00 | Now £131.00
Don't dawdle in case you miss out on a steal. Mavic's Cosmic Ultimate III road shoes are designed to be high-performing while comfortable and feature Mavic's patented Matryx technology upper with Kevlar weaved into the material, which offers comfortable and efficient foot mapping support.

Specialized S-Works Exos Road Shoes | 44% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £449.99 | Now £250.00
Act quickly to grab yourself a serious bargain here, with very limited sizing still in stock.

Specialized S-Works Ares Road Cycling Shoes | 28% off at Tredz (opens in new tab)
Was £375.00 | Now £269.99
Specialized's S-Works Ares shoes are WorldTour-developed and provide impressive comfort and fit, while boosting power transfer and all-round performance. They feature the class-leading twin Boa Li2 dials retention system, a tongueless sock system for the best fit, and a non-slip replaceable heel pad. You can grab a pair now, or read our review if you want some more info. 

Sidi Sixty | Up to 50% off at Wiggle (opens in new tab)
Was £360.00 | Now from £180.00
Sidi has a justified reputation for making great cycling shoes and the Sixty celebrates the brand's 60 years in the market. You get a full carbon sole and the latest version of Sidi's own dial closure system - itself a first when the original came out.

The shoe is also available on Wiggle in a limited edition shiny finish (opens in new tab), priced at under £250.

Specialized S-Works Recon MTB XC Shoes | up to 20% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £370.00 | Now from £296.00
As the top-tier race-ready XC/gravel shoe from Specialized, the S-Works Recon is based around the brand's popular S-Works 7 road shoe, but with a treaded sole, SPD compatibility and durable bumper at the front. It's rare to find this shoe discounted. 

Specialized S-Works 7 Road Shoes | 33% off at CycleStore (opens in new tab)
Was £370.00 | Now £244.99
Save big on these premium shoes from Specialized, renowned for their exceptional power transfer and comfort.

Specialized S-Works 7 Vent Road Cycling Shoes | 48% off at Sigma Sports (opens in new tab)
Was £399.00 | Now £209.00
Be sure to grab a bargain while it's still around. These premium road shoes from Specialized S-Works certainly won't hang around for long.