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Fizik Vento ProxyNew race shoe from Fizik with strong power transmission & at a fair price

Stefan Frey

 · 13.03.2024

Fizik Vento Proxy - new aggressively priced MTB shoe for racing and marathons
Photo: Francesca Guerra/Marianna Mattiello

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With the Fizik Vento Proxy, the Italian manufacturer is expanding its cross-country line-up. The Vento Proxy is an off-road racing shoe developed for competitive athletes looking for efficient power transmission, low weight and high comfort.
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The good news first: Fizik is not launching a new super-expensive high-end racing shoe on the market. The Ferox Carbon or Vento Ferox models with prices over 300 euros will continue to fulfil this role. Instead, the Italians are adding an MTB race shoe to their portfolio that is designed to combine a powerful ride and high comfort at an acceptable price.

Stylish option for marathon and XC racers - the new Vento Proxy from Fizik definitely catches the eyePhoto: Francesca GuerraStylish option for marathon and XC racers - the new Vento Proxy from Fizik definitely catches the eye

Low weight, high performance

When performance is required on demanding XC trails or in fast gravel races, the Vento Proxy should be the solution. The shoe's DNA is based on the manufacturer's top products. The Proxy is said to be particularly well ventilated thanks to an innovative, translucent, PU-laminated mesh material. The material is also designed to make the shoe both light and comfortable. Thanks to its tear-resistant construction, the upper material is nevertheless hard-wearing and should survive the odd contact in the terrain.

Airy, light and yet hardwearing? The first contact with the terrain will show how robust the Vento Proxy really isPhoto: Daniele Dal MonteAiry, light and yet hardwearing? The first contact with the terrain will show how robust the Vento Proxy really is

Fizik Vento Proxy - Info & Price

  • Upper material made from laminated PU mesh
  • Li2 BOA® Dial A Fit System
  • X3 fibre composite outsole - with rubber thread, stiffness index 8 out of 10
  • Weight: 326 g
  • Sizes: 36-48 (37 to 47 also in half sizes)
  • Colours: Coral/purple; White; Black
  • Price: 229 Euro >> available here
The new Vento Proxy is available in three colours. Racers have the choice between black...
Photo: Marianna Mattiello

Fine-tuned fit

Like the more expensive models, the Fizik Vento Proxy uses the Boa quick lacing system. The closure pattern is said to have been chosen to support the foot and equalise the tension on the instep. This should permanently eliminate pressure points. With the fine-tuned Li2 BOA system, bikers can fine-tune the fit to get maximum performance out of the shoe without having to compromise on comfort.

For the Vento Proxy, Fizik uses a single Boa Li2 fastenerPhoto: Daniele Dal MonteFor the Vento Proxy, Fizik uses a single Boa Li2 fastener

Fizik Vento Proxy - High power transmission

The newly designed X3 fibre composite outsole is intended to offer more stiffness for efficient power transmission. However, the Vento Proxy will not come close to the stiffness of a carbon sole. The generous rubber tread not only ensures better grip on the pedals, but also improves traction on pushing sections or when you have to get off your bike in a CX race.

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Classic race sole with lug option for muddy conditionsPhoto: Daniele Dal MonteClassic race sole with lug option for muddy conditions

The new Fizik racing shoe is now available online and in stores at a price of 229 euros. We have already ordered a test copy and will be reporting more about the shoe shortly.

Stefan Frey

Stefan Frey is from Lower Bavaria and loves the mossy, loamy trails of the Bavarian Forest as much as the rugged rock of the Dolomites. For technical descents, he is prepared to tackle almost any ascent - under his own steam. As an accessories specialist, he is the first port of call for questions about equipment and add-on parts, while as head of copywriting he sweeps the language crumbs from the pages of the BIKE print editions.

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