Vento Ferox Carbon or Ferox 2 Carbon?

Same idea, two generations. Both have a Powerstrap plus BOA Li2 closure and a full-carbon outsole at Fizik stiffness index 10, and weigh almost the same (297 g vs 295 g per Fizik). The Ferox 2 changes the fit: a straighter axis and reduced drop, an expanded toe box, a perforated Airprene bootie, and a wider, lower carbon plate. If the original fits you well, it is still the same race shoe; if you want more room at the toes, pick the Ferox 2.

Both are Fizik off-road race shoes; the difference is sole and closure. The Ferox models use a full-carbon outsole at stiffness index 10 with a Powerstrap plus a BOA Li2 dial (297 g / 295 g per Fizik). The Proxy uses a carbon-reinforced nylon X3 outsole at stiffness index 8 and a single BOA Li2 dial with textile guides (326 g). Pick the Ferox for maximum stiffness and hold when racing; the Proxy if you want a slightly more forgiving sole and a simpler one-dial closure.

Which size should I get?

Go by foot length, not by the size of your other shoes. Stand on a sheet of paper, measure from the back of the heel to the tip of the longest toe, and find that length in Fizik’s size guide (the “Size guide” link next to the sizes): 270 mm is EU 42, 277 mm is EU 43. Fizik makes half sizes, and lists all these models as regular fit. Which sizes are in stock varies by colour, so check the size selector.

Which pedals and cleats do these shoes take?

Two-bolt cleats, the SPD-type system used by mountain-bike and gravel pedals. Fizik lists the outsole of the Ferox, Proxy, Atlas, Artica and Nanuq as “Clipless off-road” with adjustable cleat position, and the Beat as SPD-compatible with a two-bolt cleat track hidden in the sole. If your pedals are three-bolt road pedals (Shimano SPD-SL, Look Kéo), you need a road shoe instead.

How stiff is the sole? What does Fizik’s stiffness index mean?

Fizik rates each outsole on its own stiffness index: the higher the number, the stiffer the sole and the more direct the power transfer, while a lower number flexes more and is easier to walk in. For Fizik’s gravel and MTB shoes we sell: Vento Ferox Carbon and Ferox 2 Carbon 10, Vento Proxy 8, Terra Artica GTX and Terra Atlas 5, Beat 4, Terra Nanuq GTX 3. It is Fizik’s own scale, so don’t compare it directly with other brands’ numbers.

FIZIK Ferox 2 Carbon Gravel Cycling Shoes

Lilac / Black

€329,00

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The essentials

Best for

Gravel racing
XC
Fast training

FIZIK Ferox 2 Carbon Gravel Cycling Shoes - Lilac / Black

Technologies

Specifications

Closure	Powerstrap + BOA Li2
Sole	Full carbon, reduced drop, rubber tread
Stiffness index (Fizik)	10
Weight (Fizik)	295 g
Cleat system	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)
Fit	Regular
Sizes	EU 36–48, half sizes 37.5–46.5

Carbon sole

The sole plate is made of carbon fibre rather than nylon or carbon-reinforced nylon. Carbon is stiffer and lighter, so less of your effort is lost to flex; the brand’s stiffness index is in the spec table.

The return of a racing icon

Fizik’s lightweight off-road racing shoe returns with its hybrid closure and an updated anatomical fit, built for fast gravel and XC MTB racing, with a snug bootie for a pressure-free feel.

A natural, new shape

Fizik reshaped the Ferox 2 for today’s bike geometry and riding position: a straighter axis and reduced drop for a more natural pedalling feel, and an expanded toe box so the foot can extend fully.

Secure fit, confident power

A dual closure over a foot-wrapping bootie in perforated Airprene. Fizik says the instep Powerstrap contains the foot at high cadence and is crash-proof, and the forefoot Li2 BOA dial fine-tunes the fit to your foot shape.

Built light, feels light

A translucent, tear-resistant PU-laminated upper in zones: light mesh for breathability, extra PU layers where it wears. Fizik says it repels water so the shoe doesn’t get heavier in wet or mud; listed weight 295 g.

Stable. Efficient. Fast.

A redesigned full-carbon outsole with reduced drop (Fizik stiffness index 10). Fizik says the plate is wider and lower to maximise pedal contact; studs and a full-surface rubber coating, midfoot included, add grip off the bike.

BOA Li2 Fit System

A premium Li2 BOA dial: Fizik describes it as bi-directional and micro-adjustable, for a precision fit with even pressure distribution. On the Ferox models it closes the forefoot under a Powerstrap; on the Proxy it is the only closure, with BOA textile lace guides.

FIZIK Ferox 2 Carbon Gravel Cycling Shoes - Lilac / Black

Compare with

	FIZIK Ferox 2 Carbon Gravel Cycling Shoes - Lilac / BlackThe second generation of Fizik’s carbon off-road race shoe, for fast gravel and XC MTB racing.	FIZIK Gravel MTB Cycling Shoes Vento Ferox Carbon - Lime/Purple Choose it for the original Ferox: the same Powerstrap + BOA Li2 closure and stiffness-10 carbon sole, on the previous shape.	FIZIK Vento Proxy Gravel Cycling Shoes - White/White Choose it for a race shoe with one BOA Li2 dial and a carbon-reinforced nylon sole at stiffness 8: a little more forgiving than the carbon Ferox.
Regular price	€329,00	€191,40	€172,99
Safety rating	—	—	—
Closure	Powerstrap + BOA Li2	Powerstrap + BOA Li2	1 × BOA Li2, textile guides
Sole	Full carbon, reduced drop, rubber tread	X1 full carbon, rubber tread	X3 carbon-reinforced nylon, rubber tread
Stiffness index (Fizik)	10	10	8
Weight (Fizik)	295 g	297 g	326 g
Cleat system	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)
Fit	Regular	Regular	Regular
Sizes	EU 36–48, half sizes 37.5–46.5	EU 38–47, plus 43.5 (Pas Normal Studios Off White)	EU 38–47

FIZIK Ferox 2 Carbon Gravel Cycling Shoes - Lilac / Black

Size guide

EU	US	UK	Foot length (cm)	Foot length (in)
36	4 ¼	3 ¼	23	9.1
37	5 ¼	4 ¼	23.7	9.3
37.5	5 ½	4 ½	24	9.4
38	6	5	24.35	9.6
38.5	6 ¼	5 ¼	24.7	9.7
39	6 ¾	5 ¾	25	9.8
39.5	7	6	25.35	10.0
40	7 ½	6 ½	25.7	10.1
40.5	8	7	26	10.2
41	8 ¼	7 ½	26.35	10.4
41.5	8 ¾	7 ¾	26.7	10.5
42	9	8	27	10.6
42.5	9 ½	8 ½	27.35	10.8
43	9 ¾	8 ¾	27.7	10.9
43.5	10	9	28	11.0
44	10 ¾	9 ¾	28.35	11.2
44.5	11	10	28.7	11.3
45	11 ½	10 ½	29	11.4
45.5	11 ¾	10 ¾	29.35	11.6
46	12	11	29.7	11.7
46.5	12 ½	11 ½	30	11.8
47	13	12	30.35	11.9
48	13 ¾	12 ¾	31	12.2

How to measure

Stand on a sheet of paper with your heel against a wall, mark the tip of your longest toe and measure the distance in centimetres. Measure both feet and go by the longer one.

Find your size with a shoe you already own

Tell us a cycling shoe that fits you well and the size you wear in it. We compare the brands’ official foot-length charts.

Brand of the shoe you own Size you wear (EU)

An estimate from each brand’s official size chart. Width, volume and the last also change the fit — if in doubt, ask us.

Description

The second generation of Fizik’s carbon off-road race shoe, for fast gravel and XC MTB racing. Fizik kept the Powerstrap plus BOA Li2 closure and the stiffness-10 carbon sole, and changed the fit: a straighter, lower-drop shape, an expanded toe box and a perforated Airprene bootie; 295 g. For racers who found the original Ferox tight at the toes; if you mostly ride long days and walk, look at the Atlas.

Updated anatomical shape: straighter axis, reduced drop and an expanded toe box, per Fizik
Powerstrap + BOA Li2 dual closure over a perforated Airprene bootie
Redesigned full-carbon outsole, wider and lower, Fizik stiffness index 10, full rubber tread
Zoned PU-laminated upper that Fizik says repels water; 295 g

Available sizes