Buying first cycling shoes

dm06804

I wear Nike LunarEclipse 2, US Size 7 (On the label it says it is size 40 in EU), this shoe has a lot of extra space as when I run/workout/walk, I enjoy the extra space. I've never bought a European shoe in an EU size.

I used a measuring tool to measure my feet and my feet are exactly a US Size 6.5. I'm looking at Giro and Specialized shoes. (More specifically, the Giro Factor and Giro Trans).

I know a cycling shoe should have a tight, snug fit. What EU Shoe size should I be buying? I am exactly a 6.5 US mens. Giro does offer half sizes

p1tse

I found with cycling shoes you really have to try them to ensure correct comfort as some are really snug, narrow in design and having had to go for a size up

smidsy

I can not stress enough how much variation there is between brands and models.

You need to try them on or accept that you will have to order and return several (maybe even many) times to get the correct fit.

FWIW I had to go up 2 EU sizes in Giro Factor.

giant_man

wot he said, good advice.

lostboysaint

What they've said!