Can I walk and push the bike in the Terra Atlas?

Yes, that is what it is built around. Fizik gives the Atlas a stiffness index of 5 — half that of the carbon Ferox — from a hidden nylon plate, and its X5 outsole has generous studs and rubber over the whole surface, midfoot included, which Fizik says gives sure footing when steep, rough tracks make you hike the bike. The low-cut upper also lets the ankle move freely.

Terra Atlas or Vento Proxy?

It depends on how much you ride versus walk. The Proxy is Fizik’s race shoe for XC, cyclocross and fast gravel: a carbon-reinforced nylon X3 sole at stiffness index 8, a single BOA Li2 dial, 326 g. The Atlas is the all-rounder: a hidden nylon plate at stiffness index 5, the lugged X5 outsole with rubber over the whole surface for hike-a-bike, a more generous fit and a TPU-reinforced toecap, 355 g. Racing or fast training: Proxy. Long days, bikepacking and rough trails where you’ll push: Atlas.

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 MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes Atlas Terra

Black/Black

€133,97

~~€159,99~~ €133,97

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The essentials

Best for

Bikepacking
Trail riding
All-day gravel

FIZIK MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes Atlas Terra - Black/Black

Technologies

Specifications

Closure	1 × BOA
Sole	X5 nylon composite, hidden nylon plate, full rubber
Stiffness index (Fizik)	5
Weight (Fizik)	355 g
Cleat system	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)
Fit	Regular
Sizes	EU 36–47

Versatile for all terrains

Fizik calls the Atlas possibly the most versatile shoe in its range: made to spin pedals efficiently off-road, from fast downcountry laps and all-mountain rides to long backcountry trips and drop-bar gravel.

Formed through feedback

Fizik says the Atlas is the result of countless refinements from thousands of miles of rider feedback on every kind of terrain and condition, from ultra-distance bikepacking racers to riders on their local trails.

All-day comfort

A more generous fit than before, according to Fizik, well ventilated but protected by a TPU overlay that reinforces the toecap, closed with a practical single-BOA dial; listed weight 355 g.

Grip to rip

The redesigned X5 outsole, which Fizik says grips better than before: generous studs and a rubber coating over the whole surface, midfoot included, for sure footing when steep, rough tracks make you push the bike.

Pedalling freedom

A hidden nylon foot plate gives balanced stiffness for pedalling efficiency (Fizik stiffness index 5), and the low-cut upper lets the ankle move smoothly without rubbing through every pedal stroke.

BOA Fit System

A single BOA dial closes the shoe. Fizik calls it a practical way to dial in the fit on the Atlas, and a quick, accurate, micro-adjustable fit on the Nanuq GTX; it does not name the dial model for these two shoes.

FIZIK MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes Atlas Terra - Black/Black

Compare with

	FIZIK MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes Atlas Terra - Black/BlackFizik’s all-rounder for gravel, trail riding and bikepacking — possibly the most versatile shoe in its range, by Fizik’s own account.	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.	FIZIK TERRA ARTICA X5 GTX Cycling Shoes - Black Choose it for winter pedalling: insulated GORE-TEX Cirrus XT membrane, fleece lining, Velcro ankle strap plus BOA L6, stiffness 5.	FIZIK TEMPO BEAT Gravel/MTB Cycling Shoes - BLACK Choose it for laces and a road-shoe look with a hidden two-bolt SPD cleat: stiffness 4, for tarmac, light gravel and commuting.
Regular price	€133,97	€172,99	€249,99	€138,95
Safety rating	—	—	—	—
Closure	1 × BOA	1 × BOA Li2, textile guides	Velcro ankle strap + BOA L6	Laces
Sole	X5 nylon composite, hidden nylon plate, full rubber	X3 carbon-reinforced nylon, rubber tread	X5 nylon composite, studs + full rubber	Nylon composite, TPU tread
Stiffness index (Fizik)	5	8	5	4
Weight (Fizik)	355 g	326 g	432 g	355 g
Cleat system	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)	2-bolt off-road (SPD-type)	2-bolt SPD, recessed track
Fit	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Sizes	EU 36–47	EU 38–47	EU 38–47	EU 38–47
Membrane	—	—	GORE-TEX Cirrus XT, insulated, PFAS-free; fleece lining	—

FIZIK MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes Atlas Terra - Black/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

Fizik’s all-rounder for gravel, trail riding and bikepacking — possibly the most versatile shoe in its range, by Fizik’s own account. A hidden nylon plate gives a balanced stiffness index of 5, the lugged X5 outsole has rubber over the whole surface for pushing the bike, and a single BOA dial closes a more generous fit; 355 g. For long days where you’ll also walk; if you race and want a stiffer sole, pick the Proxy or Ferox.

X5 outsole with generous studs and full rubber coating, midfoot included, for hike-a-bike
Hidden nylon foot plate, Fizik stiffness index 5: efficient pedalling with walking comfort
More generous fit than before, TPU-reinforced toecap, single BOA dial; 355 g
Low-cut upper for free, rub-free ankle movement

Available sizes