adidas Men's MenFive Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoes

UPDATE August, 2025: This is my third season and I've progressed to double black trails at downhill bike parks and jumping 30 foot tables and gaps. I ride several times a week on the local trails and travel around, so yes, I'd say since the last update, I am now a real, experienced mountain biker! With that said, I have since moved on from these freeriders to the crankbrothers with BOA lacing. Other than much easier lacing (no more traditional laces for me), the biggest difference is in the stiffness of the sole. I pulled out the old freeriders and the sole is much softer. I can feel it bend in the arches of my feet when I'm on the pedals and and they get sore quickly (I have severely flat feet and the OneUp composite pedals.) In my current shoes, I can barely feel the pedals at all because the sole platform is so stiff. I believe the freerider pros are stiffer as well. Also, I banged my pinky toe on a rock in the freeriders and it fell like they were bleeding or possibly broken. Other models have a stiffer protective toe cap to keep this from happening. In conclusion, inasmuch as the freeriders are a night and day difference compared to non-MTB shoes, the pro version and other brands have soles that are that much stiffer with protective toe caps. However, the freerider uppers are softer and more comfy overall, like skate shoes. For a beginner, I still say go for it because you'll love it. As you advance and put on more miles and hit bigger features, you may want stiffer soles. UPDATE: finishing up my first season in these and they were great. everything I said in the review still holds true. the sole doesn't even seem that worn and I am an aggressive rider (jumps, downhill park). sure they aren't the most breathable and my socks are wet on hot days, but I suppose that's normal for this activity and price range. a possible upgrade for me would be a mesh upper for breatheability and some kind of quick-lace system. // if you've never tried MTB shoes, these are a great and very affordable start. I was surprised at how supportive they were - like expanding the platform of your flat pedals. What I mean is that you can quickly place your foot at a position that is not dead center on the pedal but it still feels like it is - this gives you much more confidence when putting the power down or doing jumps. Before I was using soft, minimalist trail shoes because they breathed well and fit my wide feet. The tread gripped great (almost too great), but now I realize that their flexibility is a handicap (quick foot positioning, unless very centered, makes your foot tilt and you lose confidence). The flat and rigid platform of MTB shoes is a night and day difference. PROS: +support is outstanding for MTB. I'll never go back to non-MTB shoes. +comfortable and plush as skate shoes. +lacing works well so far. +fit is wide enough for mild orthotics (I usually wear extra wide shoes) +stiff protective toe cap just in case +affordable at $60. CONS: -can get a bit warm and socks are very sweaty after a ride. (don't breathe as well as running shoes.)

I've long debated getting a pair having tried to make due with athletic shoes or my clipless (SPD) setup which I do not like at all for technical terrain. The Five Ten Freeriders are in my opinion as good as most claim. Having a background in BMX into my 20s I was no stranger to a skate style shoe for flat pedals and despite pushing 50 still like the cool look but the likes of Vans or DC shoes just didn't perform well for mtn. biking. My feet are older now lol and need some support and comfort. The Freeriders are comfortable, supportive is questionable unless changing the insole for better arch support but still pretty good. The comments on stiffness some mention may be their experience but in mine I do get some flex and can feel the pedal per say so after a long, technical ride my feet are a little fatigued at the end of the day but overall they're still far stiffer than athletic shoes. The grip is superb but not so much as to be unable to reposition the foot. Hitting mild jumps or a rocky, rooty downhill section is no longer a concern over my feet sliding or bouncing off the pedal. Some mentioned the ridiculous long fat laces, yeah I agree and for a short while shortened them and simply heat shrink tubed the cut end in a pinch. The fat laces look of some skate shoes didn't appeal to me either. I've since switched to the Expand (elastic laces) as I really like the fit of them having the elastic lock laces on my hikers/trail runners. Making this switch made me love the shoes even more given they hold the shoe snug but still expand as your feet swell after a long day to alleviate hot or sore spots from tight laces and best of all no laces to tuck or dangling to catch the chainring or branches/brush on the trail. They're quality made shoes and I've no doubt they will hold up well (a little steep in price though so they better hold up well). All in all I'm sold. I like and find them comfortable enough I even where them to the office time to time (casual environment working on a Univeristy campus).

Great shoes! First ride and first impression, the shoe is comfortable, very grippy, and has very good ventilation. I dont like 5tens skate style show as they feel to wide and clown like. So I usually use a different brand. But I need something for the hot weather in the summer where I live. And these were it! Right out of the box they were great and no problems at all. They are a little narrower but I dont have a problem with that, I have medium to wide feet. Stiff soles that help with pedaling, but still bend in the right areas when needed. Sole is sticky and keep my feet planted on my Crank Bros Stamp pedals. We'll see how the durability is over time, but it does have some toe protection, and quality feels good. I find it to be a good deal for a pair of quality mtb shoes. Only real con I can see is that its so well ventilated that your socks might get dirty when its very dusty.

I bought the Five Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoe with the hope of replacing the Five Ten Access as an approach shoe, noticing the similarly sloped shape of the midsole. The Five Ten Access offered perfect fit and function, and very good durability, apart from the outsole eventually separating from the midsole. My hope in writing this review is to offer feedback to others who want something comparable to the Five Ten Access, and perhaps to anyone from Adidas who might be looking for feedback. As suggested in other reviews, I bought the Five Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoe a half size down for proper fit. I have a wide foot (not sure if I'm an E or EE), and though some reviews suggest the width is narrow, I took a chance and so far I think it may be adequate/acceptable. After the hike, I can feel they are more narrow and would prefer a slightly wider fit. Like the Five Ten Access, the black rubber outsole is very sticky, offering good stability and grip. The shoe is somewhat stiff (desirable for mountain biking, less so for approach) which puts some strain and fatigue on calf muscles hiking up. The toe box is hard rubber and somewhat restrictive, but acceptable. The depth of the heel feels slightly shallow during steep ascending, but doesn't cause blisters. I found the laces somewhat thin and replaced them with Orthostep 48" flat laces, which are as close as I've found to the original Five Ten Access laces, which are more substantial for support. Five Ten Access is a tough act to follow - I wore Five Ten Access for as long as they were available and bought every pair I could find in my size after they were bought out by Adidas and discontinued, using them primarily as an approach shoe for hiking up Stone Mountain in Atlanta. The size of Five Ten Access is a half-size up from my normal size, and my foot goes deep enough into the shoe that the heel is covered very well, especially for ascending a steep slope. The grip and stability are excellent and exact to prevent any ankle rolling, the toe box and general width generous yet appropriately snug with lacing, and both mesh and leather are extremely durable. The only problem is how the sticky black sole eventually peels away after about six months, but I found a cobbler who was able to reattach it, and I've continued wearing the Access as a casual shoe, even with a worn down grip. Ultimately, I prefer the mesh version over the leather version, and it is also surprisingly strong and never tore. I've been hugely disappointed to see the Access discontinued, and nothing offered by Adidas has since has come close. I've tried other approach shoes only to encounter problems with width, grip and stability. Five Ten access gave ultimate confidence, grip, comfort and support going up and down the steepest slopes, and leaping or lunging across gaps. Conclusion: Five Ten Trailcross LT Mountain Bike Shoe is as close to a replacement of the Five Ten Access as I've found. That said, I'd like to see an approach shoe variant, or just bring back the Access.

I have wide feet with weak arches and regularly use insoles in my shoes for extra support. Unfortunately, that means there's less room in my shoes, and I typically have a hard time finding a good fit. These shoes are perfect, though. Not too narrow (I was worried at first due to a couple other reviews here saying they were) and very comfortable -- even with my insoles! I'm usually between an 11 & 11 1/2, so went with 11 1/2 on these to be safe and that was the right choice. Length is perfect. Grip is also very good. On laminate flooring I can't turn my foot without lifting slightly. The shoes have a little more weight to them than a sneaker, which I like. They look great, seem to be constructed well, and don't make my feet sweaty or too warm, so thumbs up on that too. The inner soles are very flat, so be forewarned if that's an issue for you - but like I said... insoles are a necessity for me and they provide the support I need. Super happy with this purchase.

Wow. What a difference flats make. I'm a middle aged mountain biker with far more enthusiasm than skill. Used to race back when the kids were small, and have been on clipless offroad for over 25 years. A month ago on a technical uphill I slow-rolled when I couldn't unclip. I was inches away from shoulder surgery from a broken scapula (the pointy rock did a number on the rest of my shoulder). Can't do this at my age. Took the plunge after reading the reviews. Verdict? I love these. Amazing grip, no impact on climbing or putting power to the pedal throughout my normal range of motion. But when you drop your saddle and put weight on these, they grip like. . .well, like stealth rubber on flat pedals with pins. Which is to say amazing. I'm cleaning sections I dared not ride before because I can bail out. Had to adjust my saddle to ride a little lower but that is about it. What don't I like? I was a terrible bunnyhopper, and these did me no favors. Manuals take a bit more finesse (to me at least). And you have to be mindful when you slam your foot on the pedal because these don't slide around. To reposition you need to lift the foot - that is how well they grip. Can't wait to go back to my nemesis climb to either clean it, or walk it, but not crash. Sizing is a little tight - more like a road cycling shoe really. Size 1/2 up if you like roomy toes. How much did I like them? Got my wife a pair (along with some nice flats with pins- check out a separate review). She had a smile at minute one of the ride. The shoes took her from "avid roadie but timid MTB rider on clipless" to "hey, let me try THAT again!". We ride MTB together a lot more now - because of these shoes!! - and that is worth any price. FWIW, I'm getting the winter version to survive the next 3 months on my fatbike. Nuff said. If you're on the fence, just pull the trigger. You will not be disappointed.

I'm pretty much copying/pasting this review from one I did on a pair of Teva Links because they feel very similar and I love both pairs of shoes. I will make a few notes as far as differences. $100 is a little more than I typically like to pay for shoes, but these are solid and comfortable and look really good. Recently getting back into mountain biking (both trails and to commute to/from work) after about a 15 year hiatus and I wanted some shoes for that purpose. A few things I noticed: These look/feel a lot like high-end skate shoes. very padded on the inside...really hug your feet. My feet tend to run a little wide... shoes like Chuck Taylor's rarely fit me correctly because they're too narrow. In most cases I get shoes about a half size larger than what I actually wear and that does the trick. Did that with these as I didn't have a chance to try em on ahead of time and the fit is really good. Measured on one of those foot-measuring-things at the shoe store I wear a 7.5. I pretty much buy all my shoes in 8 which gives me a little more room width-wise without being too ridiculously long in the toe. I am glad I got these in an 8...a 7.5 would've been too tight. These are about as perfect a fit as I could ask for. I'm pairing these with VP Vice platform pedals and they feel really "grippy", but still comfortable to wear all day off the bike. Compared to the Tevas...these feel very similar on my feet and quality-wise. These have some, but not much, arch-support (compared to the Tevas) which I personally don't mind. I tend to like my shoes relatively flat. But I do also have to say that the arches in the Tevas are not drastic at all and feel pretty good. I have to say that I would give the edge to the Teva Links, if only because the pair I bought were about 1/3 of the price of these. But either way I'm extremely happy with both pairs of shoes.

This is my 3rd pair of 510s. I believe my first pair were prior to the Adidas affiliation. Got these for $45, which is a steal compared to the $100 price tag on my first 2 pair, both of which were bought at the MTB store in Snowshoe WV. My OG pair are still going strong, but they're starting to show their age, 2nd pair I ended up wearing for fashion instead of riding, so I bought this 3rd pair to replace the OG. These shoes are tough!! I dont know all the in's and outs but I've had some nasty strikes against, stumps, rocks, etc. and they've protected my feet very well. I had one strike where I think I fractured my smallest toe (unconfirmed) but it was a massive hit against a stump. These things glue your feet to the right pedal. My personal choice is OneUp flats. They are also extremely easy to walk in. With this combo, I cant imagine myself ever wanting to switch over to Clips.

Ottimo prodotto per chi fa mountain bike. L'aderenza alle pedivelle è ottima. Consiglio vivamente questo prodotto a chi è interessato a scarpe da freerider ed enduro.

rasch und zuverlässig

prodotto di ottima qualità molto belle e robuste quasi dispiace metterle solo per andare in bici , con dei buoni pedali flat sembrano incollate.

Super! Klebt nahezu auf der Pedale. Größe entspricht meiner sonstigen Größe. 1 A 😎👍 Verarbeitung macht auch einen sehr guten Eindruck.

Belle, comode, materiali di buonissima qualità, le utilizzo da un anno e mezzo e vanno da dio. Consiglio questo articolo, fanno presa sul pedale, ottimo articolo per il downhill.