Ion Raid AMP (FREERIDE TIP)
Premiere: Ion launches its first trail shoes on the market after five years in the bike business. The second lightest model in the test makes a high-quality impression. A rubber compound developed in-house is used in the stiff sole. It doesn't have to hide from the big names such as Five Ten. The toes are protected by a thick rubber inlay from stones whirling upwards, and there is extra padding on the asymmetrical shaft to protect the ankle from blows from the crank. The ventilation could be a little better. Available in two colours.
Conclusion: Successful debut! Lightweight, comfortable shoe with good features.
Grip 6 out of 6 points
Protection 5 out of 6 points
FREERIDE JUDGEMENT: 9 (out of max. 10 points)
Price: 120 € | Web: ion-products.com
Vaude Moab Low AM
Laces made from recycled PET, nubuck leather from controlled producers, environmentally friendly production with as few chemicals as possible - Vaude has a strict eco-conscience and also produces the Moab Low AM according to these guidelines. The shoe has a sole from the renowned Vibram brand, which provides excellent grip. We also liked the toe protection, the ventilation and the Velcro fastener for quickly fastening the laces. Nevertheless, the shoe was not one of our favourites because it does not grip the foot firmly enough.
ConclusionSolid shoe with good features - the fit costs points.
Grip 5 out of 6 points
Protection 4 out of 6 points
FREERIDE JUDGEMENT: 8.5 (out of max. 10 points)
Price: 140 € | Web: Vaude.com
Adidas Terrex Trailcross
According to the manufacturer, the purpose of the Adidas shoe is somewhere between hiking and mountain biking. You can feel this compromise. Although the Trailcross has useful MTB features such as the D30 foam padding on the inside of the ankle, water-repellent upper material and a grippy Stealth sole, it is a little too soft and lacks solid toe protection for rough downhills. On tours, on the other hand, the Trailcross is very comfortable to wear, with its high shaft and Velcro strap around the ankle providing great support. The workmanship could be better.
Conclusion: Pleasant shoe with all-round skills. Nothing for rough terrain.
Grip 6 out of 6 points
Protection 4 out of 6 points
FREERIDE JUDGEMENT: 8.5 (out of max. 10 points)
Price: 150 € | Web: adidas.com
661 Filters
The Californian protector manufacturer has given its shoe a facelift. We particularly liked the Filter on tours. It is comfortable to wear, well ventilated, has an asymmetrical shaft for additional ankle protection and a solid toe cap. The sole stuck well to the pedals - at least on the home circuit. On rough downhills, however, it frequently shook our feet off the pedals. The flexibility of the sole, on the other hand, was not noticeable in practice. Compared to Five Ten, Ion and OWN, the workmanship doesn't seem quite as high-quality. Available in two colours.
Conclusion: Well-fitting shoe for trail riding - not a downhill shoe.
Grip 4 out of 6 points
Protection 4 out of 6 points
FREERIDE JUDGEMENT: 8.5 (out of max. 10 points)
Price: 120 € | Web: sixsixone.com
Own FR-01
The OWN ("Only What's Necessary") with its special neoprene liner and skin-tight fit is the most exotic in the test field. Disadvantage: It's difficult to get into. Once you're in, the FR-O1 fits like a second skin, but still doesn't feel sweaty. The upper material is made of water-repellent Kevlar. Solid rubber beads protect the toes and heels. Smart: warm winter liners are supplied in addition to the normal inner shoe. The flexible shoe sole with Vibram rubber coating gives a direct feel, but only provides moderate grip.
Conclusion: Bomb seat, unfortunately no bomb grip. Expensive.
Grip 3 out of 6 points
Protection 5 out of 6 points
FREERIDE JUDGEMENT: 8 (out of max. 10 points)
Price: 220 € | Web: onlywhatsnecessary.com
Five Ten Freerider Pro
(FREERIDE TIP)
Top dog Five Ten sends the revised classic Freerider Pro into the race - the lightest pair in the test at around 800 grams. The workmanship is high quality, the look is stylish and the S1 Stealth rubber compound in the stiff sole provides the usual amount of grip. We liked features such as toe and heel protection, water-repellent material, solid ventilation and comfortable padding in the inner shoe. Even though other manufacturers now have similarly good soles, the Five Ten is still one of our favourites. Good fit!
ConclusionTop shoe with plenty of grip and good features - and weatherproof!
Grip 6 out of 6 points
Protection 5 out of 6 points
FREERIDE JUDGEMENT: 9.5 (out of max. 10 points)
Price: 140 € | Web: fiveten.com
FREERIDE RANKING: The number (maximum 10 points) reflects the overall impression of the testers and is not an addition of grip and protection points. 10 = Test winner, it couldn't be better. 9 = Very good. Recommended purchase. 8 = Solid performance. 7 = Below average. The product has weaknesses. 1 to 6 = We can only warn against this!
Laurin Lehner
Editor
