We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Five Ten Freerider Elements Cycling Shoe – Men’s and summarize the results below:
Universal Ranking
PeakScore: 96 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.7 stars 
Expert Rating: 5 stars 
Number of Ratings Reviewed: 358
Pros & Cons
Reasons to buy:
User Reviews
- Fits true to size.
- Comfortable and built to last a long time.
- Sticks to the pedal well and doesn’t slip.
- Almost impossible for your foot to slip off sideways by accident.
- Stiff arches, but comfortable interior, combines performance and comfort.
- Reinforced toes and heels for protection.
- More supportive than a traditional skate shoe.
Expert Reviews
- The synthetic upper adds to the stiffness and stability.
- They don’t show wear-and-tear as quickly as some other shoes.
- The rubber sole is durable when compared to other options.
- They don’t let water in and they keep your feet dry during use.
- The DWR coating protects against light precipitation.
- You can wear this shoe comfortably for long sessions.
- Feet feel secure over a prolonged period of time.
- The flat sole provides a stick, and your foot remains on the pedal.
Reasons NOT to buy:
User Reviews
- Some wish the shoe had even more arch support.
- Some reports of the sizing running a little big.
Expert Reviews
- The place where you put your foot in the shoe will let some water in during prolonged precipitation.
Summary:
The Five Ten Freerider Elements Cycling Shoe for men is a comfortable, supportive, and durable shoe that is highly-suited for the intended purpose of staying on cycling pedals. There were no reports of the shoe slipping off, and multiple reports of the shoe sticking like glue onto the pedal during use, enhancing confidence and showing the efficiency of this model. We highly recommend this shoe for any level of cyclist who wants to have confidence in their shoes while riding.
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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1.