What’s different about the women’s XC302 and XC102?

The last. Shimano builds both on its SHIMANO DYNALAST Women’s last instead of the men’s DYNALAST and sizes them EU 36–44 on its women’s chart (we stock 36–42). Closure, sole (stiffness index 5) and rubber outsole are the same as on the men’s models. If the women’s range is too short or too narrow for you, the men’s XC302 starts at EU 36 and comes in Wide sizes.

Same sole, different closure. Shimano gives both a glass fibre-reinforced nylon sole with stiffness index 5, a low-stack midsole and a rubber XC outsole, so the XC302 isn’t stiffer. The XC302 swaps the XC102’s three hook-and-loop straps for a BOA dial with revised lacing, which is quicker to fine-tune on the bike, and the men’s XC302 also comes in Wide sizes (41–47 in black). Weights are close: Shimano quotes 308 g and 313 g for the men’s models in EU 43. The women’s versions follow the same pattern. If straps suit you, the XC102 saves money.

Can I use the XC102 for indoor cycling or spin classes?

Yes. Shimano designed the XC102 for outdoor and indoor riding and says its SPD cleats work with most indoor studio bikes as well as commuter and mountain bikes. The rubber outsole lets you walk normally off the bike. Just check that the bike has SPD pedals: 3-bolt road cleats don’t fit these shoes. The same applies to the women’s XC102.

Which pedals and cleats do the XC302, XC102 and MX101 take?

All three use Shimano’s 2-bolt SPD cleats, not 3-bolt road cleats. Shimano lists the PD-M540 and PD-M520 as best-match pedals for the XC302, the PD-M520 for the XC102 and the PD-M520 or PD-ED500 for the MX101, but any SPD pedal works. SM-SH51 cleats come with every Shimano SPD pedal; the SM-SH56 multi-release cleat lets you unclip by twisting in either direction or lifting the heel, which many beginners prefer. Shimano also says the XC102 fits most indoor studio bikes.

SHIMANO SHXC102 WOMEN MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes

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Technologies

Best for

Indoor cycling
Trail riding
Women’s fit

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Technologies

Specifications

Closure	3 hook-and-loop straps
Sole	Glass fibre-reinforced nylon, rubber outsole
Stiffness index	5
Cleat system	SPD (2-bolt)
Last	SHIMANO DYNALAST Women’s
Sizes	EU 36–42

Three-strap closure

Three robust hook-and-loop straps hold the foot comfortably with a clean look.

Offset strap

An offset strap relieves pressure at the highest point of the foot.

Soft, supple upper

A perforated synthetic leather composite upper that Shimano says improves fit and breathability.

Rubber XC outsole

A rubber XC racing outsole that Shimano designed for stable pedalling and secure grip when walking.

Stable power transfer

A low stack height midsole stabilises the foot and optimises power transfer.

Reinforced midsole

A lightweight glass fibre-reinforced nylon sole for power transfer.

SHIMANO SHXC102 WOMEN MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes - Blue

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	SHIMANO SHXC102 WOMEN MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes - BlueThe women’s XC102 on Shimano’s DYNALAST Women’s last: three hook-and-loop straps, the glass fibre-reinforced nylon sole (stiffness index 5) and a rubber outsole you can walk on.	SHIMANO SHXC302 WOMEN MTB/Gravel Cycling Shoes - Black Choose it for a BOA dial with fit-engineered lacing on the same women’s last and stiffness-5 sole.
Regular price	€109,99	€91,99
Safety rating	—	—
Closure	3 hook-and-loop straps	BOA dial
Sole	Glass fibre-reinforced nylon, rubber outsole	Glass fibre-reinforced nylon, rubber outsole
Stiffness index	5	5
Cleat system	SPD (2-bolt)	SPD (2-bolt)
Last	SHIMANO DYNALAST Women’s	SHIMANO DYNALAST Women’s
Sizes	EU 36–42	EU 36–42

Spare parts & accessories

SHIMANO MTB Cleats SPD SM SH51 - Black €9,99
SHIMANO MTB Cleats SPD SM SH56 - Silver €11,90
SHIMANO PD-MT520 SPD Pedals - Black €33,95

SHIMANO SHXC102 WOMEN MTB Gravel Cycling Shoes - Blue

Size guide

EU	US	Foot length (cm)	Foot length (in)
36	W5	22.4	8.8
37	W5–5.5	23.2	9.1
38	W6–6.5	23.8	9.4
39	W7	24.5	9.6
40	W8	25.2	9.9
41	W8.5–9	25.8	10.2
42	W9.5	26.5	10.4
43	W10	27.2	10.7
44	W11	27.8	10.9

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.

SizeSelect your size EU 36 EU 37 EU 38 EU 39 EU 40 EU 41 EU 42

Description

The women’s XC102 on Shimano’s DYNALAST Women’s last: three hook-and-loop straps, the glass fibre-reinforced nylon sole (stiffness index 5) and a rubber outsole you can walk on. Shimano designs it for trail riding, commuting and indoor studio bikes with SPD pedals; if you’d rather have a BOA dial, the XC302 Women’s is the next step.

SHIMANO DYNALAST Women’s last
Three hook-and-loop straps; an offset strap eases pressure on the instep
Glass fibre-reinforced nylon sole, stiffness index 5, on a low-stack midsole
Rubber outsole for walking grip; SPD, works with most indoor studio bikes (Shimano)

Available sizes