Is the MW502 waterproof?

Shimano describes its protection as enhanced water resistance: a DRYSHIELD membrane with fleece liner plus a wraparound shield and tall cuff that keep feet drier in rain, wind, cold and mud. It has no GORE-TEX liner; for Shimano’s waterproof GORE-TEX Insulated Comfort liner, choose the MW702.

Both are SPD winter shoes on the DYNALAST last with a fleece-lined insole, a tall cuff and 360° reflectors. The MW702 adds a waterproof GORE-TEX Insulated Comfort liner (the MW502 uses a DRYSHIELD membrane), a BOA L6 dial you can use with gloves (the MW502 has speed laces) and an ULTREAD XC sole; Shimano rates it stiffer at 7 against 5. Weights are close: 405 g against 391 g (EU 42). For regular riding through wet winters, the MW702; for cold, mostly dry days, the MW502.

Can I use the MW502 or MW702 on my road bike?

Only with SPD pedals. Shimano lists both as SPD shoes, so they take 2-bolt SPD cleats, not 3-bolt SPD-SL road cleats. Shimano recommends the PD-ME700 or PD-M540 for the MW502 and the PD-M8100 or PD-M8120 for the MW702.

Do Shimano shoes run small, and what does Wide mean?

Shimano's own advice: cycling shoes are meant to be form-fitting and on the snug side, so if you are between sizes, size up. Measure your foot length standing with your heel against a wall and use the chart in the size guide. Wide sizes keep the same length and sole but add roughly 9–10 mm of circumference around the ball of the foot — the answer if the length is right but the forefoot pinches.

SHIMANO SHMW502 Winter Cycling Shoes

Black

€149,46

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The essentials

Best for

Winter riding
Commuting
Wet gravel and MTB

SHIMANO SHMW502 Winter Cycling Shoes - Black

Technologies

Specifications

Closure	Speed lacing
Liner	DRYSHIELD membrane + fleece
Sole	Rubber outsole, glass-fibre reinforced nylon midsole
Stiffness index	5
Weight	391 g (EU 42, Shimano average)
Cleat system	SPD (2-bolt)
Last	SHIMANO DYNALAST
Sizes	EU 38–48

DRYSHIELD membrane

A DRYSHIELD membrane with fleece liner that Shimano says keeps feet warm and comfortable in rain, wind, cold and mud (Shimano calls it enhanced water resistance).

Wraparound shield, tall cuff

A wraparound shield with a tall cuff keeps water out, so feet stay drier wherever you ride.

SHIMANO DYNALAST fit

Built on the SHIMANO DYNALAST last to support efficient pedalling across a wide range of foot shapes.

SHIMANO SHMW502 Winter Cycling Shoes - Black

Compare with

	SHIMANO SHMW502 Winter Cycling Shoes - BlackShimano’s entry winter SPD shoe for cold, wet commuting, gravel and trail rides: a DRYSHIELD membrane with fleece liner, a wraparound shield with tall cuff, speed laces and a rubber XC-pattern outsole you can walk in.	SHIMANO MW702 Winter Mountain Bike Shoes - Black Choose it for a waterproof GORE-TEX liner, a glove-friendly BOA L6 dial and an ULTREAD XC sole.
Regular price	€149,46	€234,87
Safety rating	—	—
Closure	Speed lacing	1 × BOA L6
Liner	DRYSHIELD membrane + fleece	GORE-TEX Insulated Comfort (waterproof)
Sole	Rubber outsole, glass-fibre reinforced nylon midsole	ULTREAD XC rubber, glass-fibre reinforced nylon midsole
Stiffness index	5	7
Weight	391 g (EU 42, Shimano average)	405 g (EU 42, Shimano average)
Cleat system	SPD (2-bolt)	SPD (2-bolt)
Last	SHIMANO DYNALAST	SHIMANO DYNALAST
Sizes	EU 38–48	EU 38–48

SHIMANO SHMW502 Winter Cycling Shoes - Black

Size guide

EU	US	Foot length (cm)	Foot length (in)
38	5–5.5	23.8	9.4
38.5	5.5–6	24.2	9.5
39	6	24.5	9.6
39.5	6.5	24.9	9.8
40	7	25.2	9.9
40.5	7.5	25.5	10.0
41	7–7.5	25.8	10.2
41.5	8	26.2	10.3
42	8.5	26.5	10.4
42.5	8.5–9	26.9	10.6
43	9	27.2	10.7
43.5	9.5	27.5	10.8
44	10	27.8	10.9
44.5	10–10.5	28.2	11.1
45	10.5	28.5	11.2
45.5	11	28.9	11.4
46	11–11.5	29.2	11.5
46.5	11.5	29.5	11.6
47	12	29.8	11.7
48	12.5	30.5	12.0

Shimano: cycling shoes are meant to be form-fitting and on the snug side — if between sizes, size up. Wide sizes keep the same length but add about 9–10 mm of circumference around the ball of the foot.

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

Shimano’s entry winter SPD shoe for cold, wet commuting, gravel and trail rides: a DRYSHIELD membrane with fleece liner, a wraparound shield with tall cuff, speed laces and a rubber XC-pattern outsole you can walk in. Shimano describes its protection as enhanced water resistance; for a waterproof GORE-TEX liner and a BOA dial you can work with gloves on, the MW702 is the step up. SPD (2-bolt) only, so not for SPD-SL road pedals.