{"id":2118863,"date":"2026-08-29T14:53:03","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T11:53:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2118863"},"modified":"2026-08-29T14:53:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T11:53:03","slug":"the-specialized-s-works-torch-shoe-is-the-perfect-blend-of-performance-and-comfort-now-20-off-and-at-its-lowest-price-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2118863","title":{"rendered":"The Specialized S-Works Torch shoe is the &#8216;perfect blend of performance and comfort&#8217; \u2014 now 20% off and at its lowest price this year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-1600-80.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><article class=\"page-content-onecol flex-1\nnews-article article\n\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget-area-group widget-area-group-2col flex flex-wrap box-border\">\n<div id=\"widgetArea16\" class=\"widget-area basis-full md:basis-2\/3 widget-area-g-md-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-lg-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-xl-vp-2-3 page-widget-area-16\">\n<div data-widget-type=\"hero\" id=\"hero\" class=\"clear-both widget widget-hero widget-hero widget-hero-hero widget-hero widget-hero-fter-news\">\n<div class=\"news-article\">\n<header data-component-name=\"Article:Hero\">\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\">\n<ol>\n<li>\nCycling Kit &amp; Accessories\n<\/li>\n<li>\nClothing &amp; Shoes\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<h1>The Specialized S-Works Torch shoe is the &#8216;perfect blend of performance and comfort&#8217; \u2014 now 20% off and at its lowest price this year<\/h1>\n<div class=\"byline-social\">\n<div class=\"vds-byline-block flex flex-row flex-nowrap my-1.5 gap-2 text-left items-start justify-start\" data-component-name=\"Article:BylineBlock\">\n<p>News<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-auto vds-simple-byline\"><span class=\"inline-block vds-author\"><br \/>\nBy<br \/>\nPaul Brett <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex gap-1 vds-byline-with-avatar__meta\"><span class=\"vds-date block font-normal tracking-normal normal-case text-xs\"><br \/>\nPublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-08-29T14:53:03Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n29 August 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">Our experts loved the S-Works Torch, and it&#8217;s our best overall road cycling shoe for good reason, find out why with this outstanding discount at Balfe&#8217;s Bikes <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"text-gray-700 flex items-center mx-0 my-5 p-0 justify-start text-left\" id=\"affiliate-disclaimer\" data-component-name=\"AffiliateDisclaimer\">\n<p class=\"text-[color:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--text-color,inherit)] mb-2 text-[length:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--font-size,0.75rem)] leading-[18px] md:text-[13px] [&amp;&gt;a]:text-inherit [&amp;&gt;a]:underline\">\nWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here\u2019s how it works.\n<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<\/header>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-widget-type=\"contentparsed\" id=\"content\" class=\"clear-both widget widget-contentparsed widget-content widget-contentparsed-content widget-content-parsed widget-content-parsed-content_document \">\n<div class=\"wcp-item-content\">\n<section class=\"content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"box less-space hero-image-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"mb-0\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-1600-80.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-1600-80.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-750-80.jpg.webp 750w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 600px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"font-article-copy text-(--image--text--color) font-article-copy mt-2\"><span class=\"caption-text font-article-copy\">Testing has comprised indoor races, time trial and road rides<\/span><span class=\"credit font-article-copy\">(Image credit: Aaron Borrill)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-body\" class=\"text-copy bodyCopy auto\">\n<div data-analytics-id=\"utility-bar\" id=\"utility-bar\" class=\"font-ui-heading flex justify-between items-center py-2 border-t border-b border-gray-300 border-solid mb-5 mx-auto\" data-component-name=\"UtilityBar\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"utility-bar\">\n<div class=\"flex gap-2 text-[#333] subcontainer\">\n<div class=\"relative tooltip-container\" role=\"tooltip\">\n<div data-component-name=\"Social:Dropdown\" role=\"menu\" id=\"utilitybar__dropdown--share\" aria-labelledby=\"utilitybar__button--share\" class=\"absolute left-0 top-full w-44 bg-white rounded-md shadow-md border border-neutral-200 z-[9996] list-none m-0 py-2 px-3 border-solid\">\n<ul class=\"m-0!\">\n<li class=\"!p-0 !m-0 list-none border-b border-gray-200 border-solid\">\n<li class=\"!p-0 !m-0 list-none border-b border-gray-200 border-solid\">\n<p>Facebook<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"!p-0 !m-0 list-none border-b border-gray-200 border-solid\">\n<p>X<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"!p-0 !m-0 list-none border-b border-gray-200 border-solid\">\n<p>Pinterest<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"!p-0 !m-0 list-none border-b border-gray-200 border-solid\">\n<p>Email<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"font-ui-heading max-sm:hidden tooltip absolute left-1\/2 bg-gray-900 text-white text-xs leading-none px-3 py-1.5 rounded-md z-[10001] whitespace-nowrap\" id=\"tooltip-share-this-article\" role=\"tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\nShare this article\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"relative tooltip-container\" role=\"tooltip\"><span class=\"ml-1 inline-flex h-5 px-2 shrink-0 items-center justify-center self-center overflow-hidden whitespace-nowrap rounded-[10px] bg-primary-500 text-[11px] leading-none font-ui-heading font-semibold text-white\">0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"font-ui-heading max-sm:hidden tooltip absolute left-1\/2 bg-gray-900 text-white text-xs leading-none px-3 py-1.5 rounded-md z-[10001] whitespace-nowrap\" id=\"tooltip-join-the-conversation\" role=\"tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\nJoin the conversation\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex gap-2 text-[#333] subcontainer\">\n<div class=\"relative tooltip-container\" role=\"tooltip\">\n<p>Follow us<\/p>\n<div class=\"font-ui-heading max-sm:hidden tooltip absolute left-1\/2 bg-gray-900 text-white text-xs leading-none px-3 py-1.5 rounded-md z-[10001] whitespace-nowrap\" id=\"tooltip-add-us-as-a-preferred-source-on-google\" role=\"tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\nAdd us as a preferred source on Google\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"relative tooltip-container\" role=\"tooltip\">\n<div class=\"font-ui-heading max-sm:hidden tooltip absolute left-1\/2 bg-gray-900 text-white text-xs leading-none px-3 py-1.5 rounded-md z-[10001] whitespace-nowrap\" id=\"tooltip-subscribe-to-our-newsletter\" role=\"tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\nSubscribe to our newsletter\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-682f7ea6-a2c6-11f1-b8f0-4b00d003af2c\">When it comes to the best road cycling shoes on the market, Specialized leads the pack, consistently innovating class-leading footwear for decades.<\/p>\n<p>The S-Works Torch holds our top spot as the best overall road shoe. Our expert tester awarded it an almost flawless score, calling it the ultimate cycling shoe.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-682f7ea6-a2c6-11f1-b8f0-4b00d003af2c-2\">Right now, Balfe&#8217;s Bikes has slashed 20% off the Specialized S-Works Torch, bringing the price down from \u00a3350 to just \u00a3279 \u2013 a rare \u00a371 saving. To sweeten the deal further, enter code <strong>BALFES10<\/strong> at checkout for an extra \u00a310 off.<\/p>\n<p>Balfe&#8217;s Bikes offers the same 20% discount across all four colourways. Most sizes remain in stock, but at this price, these premium shoes won&#8217;t stick around for long.<\/p>\n<div data-article-category=\"cycling-kit-accessories\" data-custom-promos=\"[&quot;best road cycling shoe&quot;]\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-editorial-price=\"279\" data-editorial-was-price=\"350\" data-image=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KHuusYsBsx9jRqshEvWiMN.webp\" data-link=\"https:\/\/app.avelonetwork.com\/api\/c\/ns\/VzZRfLoNDfam?destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.balfesbikes.co.uk%2Ffootwear%2Fshoes%2Fspecialized-s-works-torch-road-cycling-shoe-in-black__33692&amp;subId=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;source=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cyclingnews.com%2Fcycling-kit-accessories%2Fthe-specialized-s-works-torch-shoe-is-the-perfect-blend-of-performance-and-comfort-now-20-percent-off-and-at-its-lowest-price-this-year\" data-link-merchant=\"Balfe&apos;s Bikes\" data-link-text=\"View Deal\" data-merchant-id=\"482642\" data-merchant-name=\"Balfe&apos;s Bikes\" data-merchant-network=\"Avelon\" data-merchant-url=\"balfesbikes.co.uk\" data-model-brand=\"Specialized\" data-model-name=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" data-model-product-name=\"S-Works Torch \" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-show-was-price=\"promoPercentageAndSaving\" data-widget-introduction=\"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Save 20% &lt;\/strong&gt;Our expert testers have put almost every road shoe on the market through its paces, yet nothing has beaten the S-Works Torch. Specialized refined every line of the Torch to boost both fit and performance. An all-new carbon sole features an internal I-Beam structure that maximises stiffness, efficiency, and power transfer without adding extra weight. Enter code &lt;strong&gt;BALFES10&lt;\/strong&gt; at checkout to claim an extra \u00a310 off your pair. &lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Read our&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/reviews\/specialized-s-works-torch-road-shoes-review\/&quot; data-link-merchant=&quot;cyclingnews.com&quot; data-merchant-name=&quot;cyclingnews.com&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Specialized S-Works Torch review&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-widget-type=\"deal\" class=\"ecom-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-main\" data-collapsible=\"false\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KHuusYsBsx9jRqshEvWiMN-200-80.webp\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-deal-widget\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-cta-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-dealwidget\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"custom-promo\" title=\"best road cycling shoe\">best road cycling shoe<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"was-price-percentage-saving\" title=\"Save 20% (\u00a371)\">Save 20% (\u00a371)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-product-title\">Specialized S-Works Torch :<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-was-price\">was \u00a3350<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer-price\"><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-price\">now \u00a3279<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer\">at Balfe&#8217;s Bikes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-description\">\n<p><strong>Save 20% <\/strong>Our expert testers have put almost every road shoe on the market through its paces, yet nothing has beaten the S-Works Torch. Specialized refined every line of the Torch to boost both fit and performance. An all-new carbon sole features an internal I-Beam structure that maximises stiffness, efficiency, and power transfer without adding extra weight. Enter code <strong>BALFES10<\/strong> at checkout to claim an extra \u00a310 off your pair. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Read our<\/strong><strong> Specialized S-Works Torch review<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-footer\"><span>View Deal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-682f8040-a2c6-11f1-b54c-8942298d9007\">Specialized dubs the S-Works Torch the &#8220;winningest&#8221; footwear in road cycling, building on a decades-long legacy of dominant S-Works shoes \u2013 including the S-Works 6, S-Works 7, and S-Works Ares. As the current flagship model, the Torch uses Ret\u00fcl biomechanical fit data to deliver the exact power transfer and stiffness that drove its predecessors to victory across the WorldTour Pro Peloton.<\/p>\n<p>As expected from the S-Works mark, the Torch packs high-end materials into an ultralight 225g package (per shoe). It boasts a full carbon sole with an internal I-Beam for maximum power transfer, dual alloy Boa S3 dials for precise adjustment, and an adaptive upper that flexes around your foot&#8217;s unique shape to prevent hotspots.<\/p>\n<p>Our expert tester, Aaron Borrill, awarded the S-Works Torch a glowing 4.5-star review, noting that only its steep RRP held it back from a perfect score. At this discounted price, it becomes an absolute bargain.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-2d53d6a6-a2d0-11f1-8c0b-fba0a0b6f0f8\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The Specialized S-Works Torch road shoe features a full carbon sole with I-Beam structure. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Aaron Borrill)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-682f8126-a2c6-11f1-8379-e50d958584a6\">This Secialized deal applies to UK shoppers only, and I&#8217;ve not found any significant deals for US shoppers apart from the <strong>Specialized S-Works Torch Laced<\/strong>version with 31% off at Backcountry, however, there are very limited sizes.<\/p>\n<p>Below are the best Specialized shoe deals from other retailers, relevant to your location and currency.<\/p>\n<aside data-article-category=\"cycling-kit-accessories\" data-model-name=\"Specialized S-Works Torch,Specialized S-Works Torch Lace,Specialized S-Works Torch Remco,Specialized S-Works 6 shoes,Specialized Torch 2.0 shoes\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-widget-title=\"Today&apos;s best Specialized Shoe deals\" data-widget-type=\"multimodelreview\" class=\"ecom-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-retail-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-title-container\">Today&#8217;s best Specialized Shoe deals<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-items-container\" data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-main\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\" data-expanded=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"image\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31zeGBuFoxL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-product-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"78\" height=\"70\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"name\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-display-name-container\">Specialized S-Works Torch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"merchant\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/logos\/merchants\/1anaoce39me3c0i1-15523135065433-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Backcountry.com\" title=\"Backcountry.com\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"priceLink\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-price-container\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"wasPrice\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$349.99<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"retail\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$239.99<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>View Deal<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"allDeals\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><span>See all prices<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-main\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\" data-expanded=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"image\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/products\/670777f1650e2f6f42eafab4e2a5cddd161d2516-100-80.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-product-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"78\" height=\"70\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"name\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-display-name-container\">Specialized S-Works Torch Lace<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"merchant\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/logos\/merchants\/1anaoce39me3c0i1-15523135065433-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Backcountry.com\" title=\"Backcountry.com\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"priceLink\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-price-container\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"wasPrice\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$349.99<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"retail\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$239.99<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>View Deal<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"allDeals\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><span>See all prices<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container 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An award-winning photographer, when not riding a bike, he can be found at the side of a road world championship or a cyclocross track shooting the action. Paul was the founder, editor and writer of Proper Cycling magazine, and he&#8217;s travelled the world interviewing some of the top personalities in cycling and writing about some of the biggest cycling brands.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"relative max-w-[1070px] viafoura-twig-component mt-6 mx-4 lg:mx-0\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class=&apos;vfcustom-community-guidelines&apos;&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 border-1 rounded-b-[var(--comment-widget-border-radius,0)]\">\n<div class=\"p-2 text-center\">\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-lg!\">You must confirm your public display name before commenting<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-sm!\">Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"mx-2 my-5 sm:mx-0\">\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-adviser:hybrid\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Read more<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; 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Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is making Tour de France headlines, but the outgoing SL8 model is now heavily discounted by up to 16%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-600-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-600-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; 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Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Last chance to shop the Le Col Summer Sale \u2013 Grab up to 60% off the remaining stock across the Men&#8217;s and Women&#8217;s ranges<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Used bibs, \u00a32 jerseys, and fake Rapha wares \u2013 Inside the wild west of buying second-hand cycling kit<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-600-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-600-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The Rapha Summer Sale now has as much as 60% off \u2013 but you&#8217;ll have to be quick to grab the &#8216;Final Markdown&#8217; discounts<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; 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Accessories\n<\/li>\n<li>\nClothing &amp; Shoes\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<h1>The Specialized S-Works Torch shoe is the &#8216;perfect blend of performance and comfort&#8217; \u2014 now 20% off and at its lowest price this year<\/h1>\n<div class=\"byline-social\">\n<div class=\"vds-byline-block flex flex-row flex-nowrap my-1.5 gap-2 text-left items-start justify-start\" data-component-name=\"Article:BylineBlock\">\n<p>News<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-auto vds-simple-byline\"><span class=\"inline-block vds-author\"><br \/>\nBy<br \/>\nPaul Brett <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex gap-1 vds-byline-with-avatar__meta\"><span class=\"vds-date block font-normal tracking-normal normal-case text-xs\"><br \/>\nPublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-08-29T14:53:03Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n29 August 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">Our experts loved the S-Works Torch, and it&#8217;s our best overall road cycling shoe for good reason, find out why with this outstanding discount at Balfe&#8217;s Bikes <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"text-gray-700 flex items-center mx-0 my-5 p-0 justify-start text-left\" id=\"affiliate-disclaimer\" data-component-name=\"AffiliateDisclaimer\">\n<p class=\"text-[color:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--text-color,inherit)] mb-2 text-[length:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--font-size,0.75rem)] leading-[18px] md:text-[13px] [&amp;&gt;a]:text-inherit [&amp;&gt;a]:underline\">\nWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 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Our expert tester awarded it an almost flawless score, calling it the ultimate cycling shoe.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-682f7ea6-a2c6-11f1-b8f0-4b00d003af2c-2\">Right now, Balfe&#8217;s Bikes has slashed 20% off the Specialized S-Works Torch, bringing the price down from \u00a3350 to just \u00a3279 \u2013 a rare \u00a371 saving. To sweeten the deal further, enter code <strong>BALFES10<\/strong> at checkout for an extra \u00a310 off.<\/p>\n<p>Balfe&#8217;s Bikes offers the same 20% discount across all four colourways. Most sizes remain in stock, but at this price, these premium shoes won&#8217;t stick around for long.<\/p>\n<div data-article-category=\"cycling-kit-accessories\" data-custom-promos=\"[&quot;best road cycling shoe&quot;]\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-editorial-price=\"279\" data-editorial-was-price=\"350\" data-image=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KHuusYsBsx9jRqshEvWiMN.webp\" data-link=\"https:\/\/app.avelonetwork.com\/api\/c\/ns\/VzZRfLoNDfam?destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.balfesbikes.co.uk%2Ffootwear%2Fshoes%2Fspecialized-s-works-torch-road-cycling-shoe-in-black__33692&amp;subId=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;source=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cyclingnews.com%2Fcycling-kit-accessories%2Fthe-specialized-s-works-torch-shoe-is-the-perfect-blend-of-performance-and-comfort-now-20-percent-off-and-at-its-lowest-price-this-year\" data-link-merchant=\"Balfe&apos;s Bikes\" data-link-text=\"View Deal\" data-merchant-id=\"482642\" data-merchant-name=\"Balfe&apos;s Bikes\" data-merchant-network=\"Avelon\" data-merchant-url=\"balfesbikes.co.uk\" data-model-brand=\"Specialized\" data-model-name=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" data-model-product-name=\"S-Works Torch \" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-show-was-price=\"promoPercentageAndSaving\" data-widget-introduction=\"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Save 20% &lt;\/strong&gt;Our expert testers have put almost every road shoe on the market through its paces, yet nothing has beaten the S-Works Torch. Specialized refined every line of the Torch to boost both fit and performance. An all-new carbon sole features an internal I-Beam structure that maximises stiffness, efficiency, and power transfer without adding extra weight. Enter code &lt;strong&gt;BALFES10&lt;\/strong&gt; at checkout to claim an extra \u00a310 off your pair. &lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Read our&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/reviews\/specialized-s-works-torch-road-shoes-review\/&quot; data-link-merchant=&quot;cyclingnews.com&quot; data-merchant-name=&quot;cyclingnews.com&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Specialized S-Works Torch review&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-widget-type=\"deal\" class=\"ecom-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-main\" data-collapsible=\"false\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KHuusYsBsx9jRqshEvWiMN-200-80.webp\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-deal-widget\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-cta-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-dealwidget\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"custom-promo\" title=\"best road cycling shoe\">best road cycling shoe<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"was-price-percentage-saving\" title=\"Save 20% (\u00a371)\">Save 20% (\u00a371)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-product-title\">Specialized S-Works Torch :<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-was-price\">was \u00a3350<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer-price\"><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-price\">now \u00a3279<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer\">at Balfe&#8217;s Bikes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-description\">\n<p><strong>Save 20% <\/strong>Our expert testers have put almost every road shoe on the market through its paces, yet nothing has beaten the S-Works Torch. Specialized refined every line of the Torch to boost both fit and performance. An all-new carbon sole features an internal I-Beam structure that maximises stiffness, efficiency, and power transfer without adding extra weight. Enter code <strong>BALFES10<\/strong> at checkout to claim an extra \u00a310 off your pair. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Read our<\/strong><strong> Specialized S-Works Torch review<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-footer\"><span>View Deal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-682f8040-a2c6-11f1-b54c-8942298d9007\">Specialized dubs the S-Works Torch the &#8220;winningest&#8221; footwear in road cycling, building on a decades-long legacy of dominant S-Works shoes \u2013 including the S-Works 6, S-Works 7, and S-Works Ares. As the current flagship model, the Torch uses Ret\u00fcl biomechanical fit data to deliver the exact power transfer and stiffness that drove its predecessors to victory across the WorldTour Pro Peloton.<\/p>\n<p>As expected from the S-Works mark, the Torch packs high-end materials into an ultralight 225g package (per shoe). It boasts a full carbon sole with an internal I-Beam for maximum power transfer, dual alloy Boa S3 dials for precise adjustment, and an adaptive upper that flexes around your foot&#8217;s unique shape to prevent hotspots.<\/p>\n<p>Our expert tester, Aaron Borrill, awarded the S-Works Torch a glowing 4.5-star review, noting that only its steep RRP held it back from a perfect score. At this discounted price, it becomes an absolute bargain.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-2d53d6a6-a2d0-11f1-8c0b-fba0a0b6f0f8\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The Specialized S-Works Torch road shoe features a full carbon sole with I-Beam structure. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Aaron Borrill)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-682f8126-a2c6-11f1-8379-e50d958584a6\">This Secialized deal applies to UK shoppers only, and I&#8217;ve not found any significant deals for US shoppers apart from the <strong>Specialized S-Works Torch Laced<\/strong>version with 31% off at Backcountry, however, there are very limited sizes.<\/p>\n<p>Below are the best Specialized shoe deals from other retailers, relevant to your location and currency.<\/p>\n<aside data-article-category=\"cycling-kit-accessories\" data-model-name=\"Specialized S-Works Torch,Specialized S-Works Torch Lace,Specialized S-Works Torch Remco,Specialized S-Works 6 shoes,Specialized Torch 2.0 shoes\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-widget-title=\"Today&apos;s best Specialized Shoe deals\" data-widget-type=\"multimodelreview\" class=\"ecom-root\">\n<div 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decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/products\/670777f1650e2f6f42eafab4e2a5cddd161d2516-100-80.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-product-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"78\" height=\"70\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"name\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-display-name-container\">Specialized S-Works Torch Lace<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"merchant\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/logos\/merchants\/1anaoce39me3c0i1-15523135065433-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Backcountry.com\" title=\"Backcountry.com\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" 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data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/cqv5yvk4iluamuyx-16637743845892-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Specialized Bikes US\" title=\"Specialized Bikes US\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"priceLink\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-price-container\">\n<div><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"retail\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$199.99<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>View Deal<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"allDeals\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><span>See all prices<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-footer-container\">\n<div 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data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__heading\">\n<div class=\"author__name\">Paul Brett<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__social\">\n<nav class=\"button-social-group author__social-buttons\" aria-labelledby=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">\n<div id=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">Social Links Navigation<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__role\">Deals writer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__bio-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"author__biography\">\n<p>Paul Brett is a deals writer for Cyclingnews and has been cycling for as long as he can remember, initially catching the mountain biking bug in the 1990s, he raced mountain bikes for over a decade before injury cut short a glittering career. An award-winning photographer, when not riding a bike, he can be found at the side of a road world championship or a cyclocross track shooting the action. Paul was the founder, editor and writer of Proper Cycling magazine, and he&#8217;s travelled the world interviewing some of the top personalities in cycling and writing about some of the biggest cycling brands.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"relative max-w-[1070px] viafoura-twig-component mt-6 mx-4 lg:mx-0\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class=&apos;vfcustom-community-guidelines&apos;&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 border-1 rounded-b-[var(--comment-widget-border-radius,0)]\">\n<div class=\"p-2 text-center\">\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-lg!\">You must confirm your public display name before commenting<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-sm!\">Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"mx-2 my-5 sm:mx-0\">\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-adviser:hybrid\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Read more<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Specialized&#8217;s S-Works Recon Evo are great shoes, but they come at a great expense<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxom7AWSsmCn9kbrcg2Jgd-600-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxom7AWSsmCn9kbrcg2Jgd-600-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxom7AWSsmCn9kbrcg2Jgd-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxom7AWSsmCn9kbrcg2Jgd-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxom7AWSsmCn9kbrcg2Jgd-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best indoor cycling shoes 2026: Fast and cool shoes for indoor cycling<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is making Tour de France headlines, but the outgoing SL8 model is now heavily discounted by up to 16%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-600-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-600-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zwb67Bu8Uk5LBcEeSodja4-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best gravel shoes 2026: All the top options for every kind of gravel cycling<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sNEqZGWskvCieMhQikPCnD-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sNEqZGWskvCieMhQikPCnD-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sNEqZGWskvCieMhQikPCnD-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sNEqZGWskvCieMhQikPCnD-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sNEqZGWskvCieMhQikPCnD-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best cycling socks 2026: Breathable, fashionable, and well-made summer options for your feet<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6iavbkHVddKznJs59hyXmj-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6iavbkHVddKznJs59hyXmj-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6iavbkHVddKznJs59hyXmj-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6iavbkHVddKznJs59hyXmj-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6iavbkHVddKznJs59hyXmj-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Get a huge $1,350 saving on one of the lightest bikes at the Tour de France \u2013 This could be the best bike deal we&#8217;ll see all summer<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-category\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MY6wrZReJf9sUE49yzAQVA-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MY6wrZReJf9sUE49yzAQVA-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MY6wrZReJf9sUE49yzAQVA-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MY6wrZReJf9sUE49yzAQVA-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MY6wrZReJf9sUE49yzAQVA-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Sigma Sports Sale \u2013 Save up to 60% on the men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s Universal Colours apparel range<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6RjHrcehAiHMnPEX23VRF-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6RjHrcehAiHMnPEX23VRF-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6RjHrcehAiHMnPEX23VRF-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6RjHrcehAiHMnPEX23VRF-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6RjHrcehAiHMnPEX23VRF-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Last chance to shop the Le Col Summer Sale \u2013 Grab up to 60% off the remaining stock across the Men&#8217;s and Women&#8217;s ranges<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/NJ4BiB5vR77FkK9byLB3pN-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Used bibs, \u00a32 jerseys, and fake Rapha wares \u2013 Inside the wild west of buying second-hand cycling kit<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-600-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-600-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/n5gj2MP4YAPCy7FjmBPdZE-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The Rapha Summer Sale now has as much as 60% off \u2013 but you&#8217;ll have to be quick to grab the &#8216;Final Markdown&#8217; discounts<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/twaJLm3YUz6YKrJA2tBTvm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Clothing &amp; Shoes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Specialized&#8217;s S-Works Recon Evo are great shoes, but they come at a great expense<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/xt3saNZBd6dQTuh3RpCujg-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/xt3saNZBd6dQTuh3RpCujg-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/xt3saNZBd6dQTuh3RpCujg-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/xt3saNZBd6dQTuh3RpCujg-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/xt3saNZBd6dQTuh3RpCujg-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Helmets<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">What modern road cycling helmets really do beyond protecting your head: Lessons from the Halfords range<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-articletype\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in News<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/W9NpVsRBTco2G7biwoY7Nd-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/W9NpVsRBTco2G7biwoY7Nd-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/W9NpVsRBTco2G7biwoY7Nd-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/W9NpVsRBTco2G7biwoY7Nd-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/W9NpVsRBTco2G7biwoY7Nd-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">\u2018It was fair that I got it&#8217; &#8211; Alessandro Romele accepts yellow card for crash incident that led to Luca Van Boven Vuelta a Espa\u00f1a abandon<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BZhYuMP5Xf2rpM5DusfEKm-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BZhYuMP5Xf2rpM5DusfEKm-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BZhYuMP5Xf2rpM5DusfEKm-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BZhYuMP5Xf2rpM5DusfEKm-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BZhYuMP5Xf2rpM5DusfEKm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">&#8216;I would like it to be a rest day&#8217; \u2013 Tadej Poga\u010dar&#8217;s teammate battling on with a cracked rib at the Vuelta a Espa\u00f1a<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ho53M8B3KLAJJddB3bkRh-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ho53M8B3KLAJJddB3bkRh-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ho53M8B3KLAJJddB3bkRh-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ho53M8B3KLAJJddB3bkRh-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ho53M8B3KLAJJddB3bkRh-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Transfers<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Human Powered Health&#8217;s makeover continues with another big-name signing in Yara Kastelijn<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/A3LyLSaK2iuHKz6Wx6NwXY-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/A3LyLSaK2iuHKz6Wx6NwXY-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/A3LyLSaK2iuHKz6Wx6NwXY-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/A3LyLSaK2iuHKz6Wx6NwXY-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/A3LyLSaK2iuHKz6Wx6NwXY-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Luca Van Boven quits Vuelta a Espa\u00f1a after completing stage 7 with collapsed lung and broken ribs from crash involving Alessandro Romele<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/u9UuYeqv9RGqM23uTbJXx9-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/u9UuYeqv9RGqM23uTbJXx9-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/u9UuYeqv9RGqM23uTbJXx9-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/u9UuYeqv9RGqM23uTbJXx9-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/u9UuYeqv9RGqM23uTbJXx9-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; 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Our expert tester awarded it an almost flawless score, calling it the ultimate cycling shoe.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-682f7ea6-a2c6-11f1-b8f0-4b00d003af2c-2\">Right now, Balfe&#8217;s Bikes has slashed 20% off the Specialized S-Works Torch, bringing the price down from \u00a3350 to just \u00a3279 \u2013 a rare \u00a371 saving. To sweeten the deal further, enter code <strong>BALFES10<\/strong> at checkout for an extra \u00a310 off.<\/p>\n<p>Balfe&#8217;s Bikes offers the same 20% discount across all four colourways. Most sizes remain in stock, but at this price, these premium shoes won&#8217;t stick around for long.<\/p>\n<div data-article-category=\"cycling-kit-accessories\" data-custom-promos=\"[&quot;best road cycling shoe&quot;]\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-editorial-price=\"279\" data-editorial-was-price=\"350\" data-image=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KHuusYsBsx9jRqshEvWiMN.webp\" data-link=\"https:\/\/app.avelonetwork.com\/api\/c\/ns\/VzZRfLoNDfam?destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.balfesbikes.co.uk%2Ffootwear%2Fshoes%2Fspecialized-s-works-torch-road-cycling-shoe-in-black__33692&amp;subId=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;source=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cyclingnews.com%2Fcycling-kit-accessories%2Fthe-specialized-s-works-torch-shoe-is-the-perfect-blend-of-performance-and-comfort-now-20-percent-off-and-at-its-lowest-price-this-year\" data-link-merchant=\"Balfe&apos;s Bikes\" data-link-text=\"View Deal\" data-merchant-id=\"482642\" data-merchant-name=\"Balfe&apos;s Bikes\" data-merchant-network=\"Avelon\" data-merchant-url=\"balfesbikes.co.uk\" data-model-brand=\"Specialized\" data-model-name=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" data-model-product-name=\"S-Works Torch \" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-show-was-price=\"promoPercentageAndSaving\" data-widget-introduction=\"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Save 20% &lt;\/strong&gt;Our expert testers have put almost every road shoe on the market through its paces, yet nothing has beaten the S-Works Torch. Specialized refined every line of the Torch to boost both fit and performance. An all-new carbon sole features an internal I-Beam structure that maximises stiffness, efficiency, and power transfer without adding extra weight. Enter code &lt;strong&gt;BALFES10&lt;\/strong&gt; at checkout to claim an extra \u00a310 off your pair. &lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Read our&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/reviews\/specialized-s-works-torch-road-shoes-review\/&quot; data-link-merchant=&quot;cyclingnews.com&quot; data-merchant-name=&quot;cyclingnews.com&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Specialized S-Works Torch review&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-widget-type=\"deal\" class=\"ecom-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-main\" data-collapsible=\"false\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KHuusYsBsx9jRqshEvWiMN-200-80.webp\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch \" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-deal-widget\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-cta-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-dealwidget\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"custom-promo\" title=\"best road cycling shoe\">best road cycling shoe<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"was-price-percentage-saving\" title=\"Save 20% (\u00a371)\">Save 20% (\u00a371)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-product-title\">Specialized S-Works Torch :<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-was-price\">was \u00a3350<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer-price\"><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-price\">now \u00a3279<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer\">at Balfe&#8217;s Bikes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-description\">\n<p><strong>Save 20% <\/strong>Our expert testers have put almost every road shoe on the market through its paces, yet nothing has beaten the S-Works Torch. Specialized refined every line of the Torch to boost both fit and performance. An all-new carbon sole features an internal I-Beam structure that maximises stiffness, efficiency, and power transfer without adding extra weight. Enter code <strong>BALFES10<\/strong> at checkout to claim an extra \u00a310 off your pair. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Read our<\/strong><strong> Specialized S-Works Torch review<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-footer\"><span>View Deal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-682f8040-a2c6-11f1-b54c-8942298d9007\">Specialized dubs the S-Works Torch the &#8220;winningest&#8221; footwear in road cycling, building on a decades-long legacy of dominant S-Works shoes \u2013 including the S-Works 6, S-Works 7, and S-Works Ares. As the current flagship model, the Torch uses Ret\u00fcl biomechanical fit data to deliver the exact power transfer and stiffness that drove its predecessors to victory across the WorldTour Pro Peloton.<\/p>\n<p>As expected from the S-Works mark, the Torch packs high-end materials into an ultralight 225g package (per shoe). It boasts a full carbon sole with an internal I-Beam for maximum power transfer, dual alloy Boa S3 dials for precise adjustment, and an adaptive upper that flexes around your foot&#8217;s unique shape to prevent hotspots.<\/p>\n<p>Our expert tester, Aaron Borrill, awarded the S-Works Torch a glowing 4.5-star review, noting that only its steep RRP held it back from a perfect score. At this discounted price, it becomes an absolute bargain.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-2d53d6a6-a2d0-11f1-8c0b-fba0a0b6f0f8\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/E836GVUJMT5L5LT8CzvSLE-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The Specialized S-Works Torch road shoe features a full carbon sole with I-Beam structure. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Aaron Borrill)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-682f8126-a2c6-11f1-8379-e50d958584a6\">This Secialized deal applies to UK shoppers only, and I&#8217;ve not found any significant deals for US shoppers apart from the <strong>Specialized S-Works Torch Laced<\/strong>version with 31% off at Backcountry, however, there are very limited sizes.<\/p>\n<p>Below are the best Specialized shoe deals from other retailers, relevant to your location and currency.<\/p>\n<aside data-article-category=\"cycling-kit-accessories\" data-model-name=\"Specialized S-Works Torch,Specialized S-Works Torch Lace,Specialized S-Works Torch Remco,Specialized S-Works 6 shoes,Specialized Torch 2.0 shoes\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-widget-title=\"Today&apos;s best Specialized Shoe deals\" data-widget-type=\"multimodelreview\" class=\"ecom-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-retail-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-title-container\">Today&#8217;s best Specialized Shoe deals<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-items-container\" data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-main\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\" data-expanded=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"image\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31zeGBuFoxL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-product-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"78\" height=\"70\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"name\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-display-name-container\">Specialized S-Works Torch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"merchant\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/logos\/merchants\/1anaoce39me3c0i1-15523135065433-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Backcountry.com\" title=\"Backcountry.com\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"priceLink\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-price-container\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"wasPrice\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$349.99<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"retail\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$239.99<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>View Deal<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"allDeals\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><span>See all prices<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-main\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\" data-expanded=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"image\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/products\/670777f1650e2f6f42eafab4e2a5cddd161d2516-100-80.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" title=\"Specialized S-Works Torch...\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-product-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"78\" height=\"70\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"name\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-display-name-container\">Specialized S-Works Torch Lace<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"merchant\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/logos\/merchants\/1anaoce39me3c0i1-15523135065433-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Backcountry.com\" title=\"Backcountry.com\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"priceLink\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-price-container\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"wasPrice\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$349.99<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"retail\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">$239.99<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>View Deal<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-multimodel-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"allDeals\" data-product-type=\"1000\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><span>See all prices<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container 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class=\"hawk-footer-description\">We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/cycling-kit-accessories\/the-specialized-s-works-torch-shoe-is-the-perfect-blend-of-performance-and-comfort-now-20-percent-off-and-at-its-lowest-price-this-year\/&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JfyAHHZGfMQ5vrb4hG7koD-1600-80.jpg&#8221;] Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories Clothing &amp; Shoes The Specialized S-Works Torch shoe is the &#8216;perfect blend of performance and comfort&#8217; \u2014 now 20% off and at its lowest price this year News By Paul Brett Published 29 August 2026 Our experts loved the S-Works Torch, and it&#8217;s our best overall road cycling 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