Northwave Core Plus 2 - White/Black NRG Air Carbon Reinforced sole with a stiffness index of 8. 5 vents for optimal airflow. SPD pedal compatible (cleat plate not included). The upper’s seamless unibody construction reduces pressure points. 4 breathable mesh inserts and pores across the entire surface ensure optimal ventilation. SLW3 dial plus extra strap: the only dial with step-by-step and full release in a single button.
Northwave Core Plus 2 - White/Black NRG Air Carbon Reinforced sole with a stiffness index of 8. 5 vents for optimal airflow. SPD pedal compatible (cleat plate not included). The upper’s seamless unibody construction reduces pressure points. 4 breathable mesh inserts and pores across the entire surface ensure optimal ventilation. SLW3 dial plus extra strap: the only dial with step-by-step and full release in a single button.
Northwave Core Plus 2 - White/Black NRG Air Carbon Reinforced sole with a stiffness index of 8. 5 vents for optimal airflow. SPD pedal compatible (cleat plate not included). The upper’s seamless unibody construction reduces pressure points. 4 breathable mesh inserts and pores across the entire surface ensure optimal ventilation. SLW3 dial plus extra strap: the only dial with step-by-step and full release in a single button.
Northwave Core Plus 2 - White/Black NRG Air Carbon Reinforced sole with a stiffness index of 8. 5 vents for optimal airflow. SPD pedal compatible (cleat plate not included). The upper’s seamless unibody construction reduces pressure points. 4 breathable mesh inserts and pores across the entire surface ensure optimal ventilation. SLW3 dial plus extra strap: the only dial with step-by-step and full release in a single button.
Last updated at 03/21/2026 17:58:22
Northwave Core Plus 2 Shoes White Black - 38
Delivery $65.99
originally posted on northwave.com
These shoes are not SPD compatible and marketing them as such is a lie. I had to buy an expensive adaptor kit to make these work, which I should not have had to do. There is an arcane video on this company’s website explaining that to make them SPD compatible you need to lift the sole and make a cut using a scalpel to force the cover over the SPD screws away. This is impossible and a fairly dangerous procedure to attempt inside a tight cycling shoe. Misleading and overpriced
originally posted on bikeinn.com
First of all, NorthWave has very good size chart (including length and circumference) which helped me a lot - shoes fit my wide feet exactly as described. Second, it is pretty comfortable and at the same time is stiff enough to transmit the power. Third, cleat mounting location is perfect as for me: enough space between the shoe and a crank. Fourth, when it's hot outside, my feet don't sweat because of ventilation holes. Fifth, very nice closing system: you can turn it to tight, you can use the "clicker" to release the lace completely, or you can untight the lace a bit, small adjustment just by one "click", very useful - you can do it without watching what you do. Love that shoes. Recommended.
originally posted on mantel.com
The shoe is very light and it seals perfectly. There's no wiggle when lifting the foot but at the same time nothing feels to tight or constraining.The one click loosening has proven really nice, since the foot expands a bit after your warm up you can loosen the shoe without the whole thing coming of, or running the risk of loosening too much. This can be done just with one click as you are riding.The base layer under the inner sole had glue that leaked and was covering some of the vents. It was also more dfificult than there youtube video shows, to access the spd plate area in order to replace that plate.
Northwave Core Plus 2 Shoes White Black - 38
Delivery $65.99
These shoes are not SPD compatible and marketing them as such is a lie. I had to buy an expensive adaptor kit to make these work, which I should not have had to do. There is an arcane video on this company’s website explaining that to make them SPD compatible you need to lift the sole and make a cut using a scalpel to force the cover over the SPD screws away. This is impossible and a fairly dangerous procedure to attempt inside a tight cycling shoe. Misleading and overpriced
First of all, NorthWave has very good size chart (including length and circumference) which helped me a lot - shoes fit my wide feet exactly as described. Second, it is pretty comfortable and at the same time is stiff enough to transmit the power. Third, cleat mounting location is perfect as for me: enough space between the shoe and a crank. Fourth, when it's hot outside, my feet don't sweat because of ventilation holes. Fifth, very nice closing system: you can turn it to tight, you can use the "clicker" to release the lace completely, or you can untight the lace a bit, small adjustment just by one "click", very useful - you can do it without watching what you do. Love that shoes. Recommended.
The shoe is very light and it seals perfectly. There's no wiggle when lifting the foot but at the same time nothing feels to tight or constraining.The one click loosening has proven really nice, since the foot expands a bit after your warm up you can loosen the shoe without the whole thing coming of, or running the risk of loosening too much. This can be done just with one click as you are riding.The base layer under the inner sole had glue that leaked and was covering some of the vents. It was also more dfificult than there youtube video shows, to access the spd plate area in order to replace that plate.
Very happy with NW cycling shoes. I wear size 45 in Shimano but 44 in Northwave. Toe box is wider than Shimano and heel locks in better than my 502 Shimano shoe. BOA dials are better in my opinion but the proprietary NW system is okay and adequate. I do have to tighten them periodically when out riding. Sole is stiff enough but I'm far from pushing out watts for stiffness to matter that much. All in all the NW Core Plus is a fantastic cycling shoe that won't break the bank. Recommended!
Excelnt cycling shoes. Good fit thanks to the Northwave dial configuration which alows quick and easy adjustments. I use it for recreational riding, approx. 600 km per month.
The quality of the shoe is good for the money however the release mechanism for the BOAS system is quite annoying.Instead of it releasing as you apply pressure, it requires individual clicks to release a tiny bit of tension. Requiring at least 30 odd clicks to get the shoe off. Strange design choice
These shoes are super comfortable but the outside material is tissue paper thin. The toe area scuffed and frayed after one day. I worry about their durability.
The shoe is really well finished and cared for, also ideal for long rides as it wraps the foot optimally without any seams. also excellent is the SLW2 which allows a very precise adjustment of the shoe, just press the button and the lanyard is released by a single step, important when you are pedaling and you realize that you have tightened the shoe too much. lifting the same button releases the lanyard and you can take off the shoe. Foot ventilation guaranteed by 5 mesh inserts positioned on the sole. I know NW well but these shoes really surprised me.
I have fat feet, and finding bike shoes that fit is challenging. I was pleasantly surprised when I put these shoes on because nothing in the description indicates they are wide shoes.Because of that luxurious fit, I ordered a pair of MTB shoes. Unfortunately, they are too narrow for my feet, so I have to return them to Competitive Cyclist.For an inexpensive pair of cycling shoes, the Northwave Core Plus 2 cycling shoes are of great value.If anyone at Competitive Cyclist reads this, does the "Plus" in the name indicate they have a wider toe box? I have looked for Northwave shoes listed as "Wide" before and I took a chance on this pair, but I'm glad I did. Thank you.
chose this model because it takes both Mtb and road cleats. My previous NW shoes have been my longer lasting compared to most other brands
