Specialized Recon 3.0 - 45, black, 2023

The Recon 3.0 builds on the performance of the legendary S-Works Recon - power transfer, comfort, light weight, style - in a package that's ideal for XC and gravel riders. Conquering trail is now so easy, thanks to the Recon 3.0 and Body Geometry technology that delivers comfort and tremendous efficiency. Are you all about speed and bike performance? The Recon 3.0 tread and its carbon outsole connects to a fiberglass piece in the front, making the tread flexible in the toe and allowing the foot to function naturally off the bike. And yet this sole provides incredible power transfer with a stiffness index of 10.0. We call this technology Karbon STRIDE Toe Flex. Whether you're flying down the XC course or strolling down the local pub after a ride, STRIDE toe-flex changes the game. We know that braving the terrain usually means venturing into the unknown, so we've given the Recon 3.0 sneakers an XPEL Mesh upper material. It's what makes the tread comfortable, great at shedding water and therefore dries quickly, plus it's the reason this tread is so lightweight. Our SlipNot compound fully covers and protects the carbon rubber outsole, plus it provides great traction on any surface if you're not currently cycling. The large holes between the sole pattern are great for getting rid of mud. Thanks to a dual Dual L6-Snap Boa wheel fastening system and Velcro in the front of the trunks, micro-adjustments are possible to customize the fit for all-day performance and comfort, whether you're just riding a gravel bike, trail-braking on some XC bike, or just out on a bike tour.

With a scientific basis for its functionality, the Body Geometry outsole and insole aim to increase performance and efficiency while reducing the chance of injury by optimizing the line between the hip, knee, and foot.
Karbon STRIDE toe-flex technology allows for natural off-the-wheel foot movement, despite a stiffness index of 10.
The minimized number of seams in the upper allows the foot to slide very smoothly into the sneaker.
Fastening with BOA® L6-Snap wheels allows micro-adjustment even while riding.
Our patented SlipNot™ rubber outsole protection provides fabulous traction on any terrain. The forefoot cleats are removable.
Threaded holes for stoppers are compatible with most twin-screw MTB systems.
Approximate weight: 355g(1 tread, size 42)