Vice answers the long-awaited demands of dirt jump and slopestyle riders alike who relish in pedal feel and compliance without conceding durability and protection. The Fuzion outsole has an inverse hexagon pattern designed to bring the pedal closer to the rider and our HighGrip rubber compound strikes the perfect balance of durability and foot adjustability. An internal TPU toe protector keeps the look casual while providing bike-specific performance.
Youth Vice
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Frequently asked questions
Does the fully gusseted tongue prevent shifting?
Yes, the Youth Vice features a fully gusseted tongue specifically designed to enhance stability and ensure a secure, locked-in feel essential for aggressive riding like dirt jump and slopestyle.
This construction is beneficial because it:
- Prevents shifting: It holds the tongue firmly in place, stopping it from sliding side-to-side.
- Ensures a snug fit: Works with the traditional lace closure system to maximize foot stability.
- Provides protection: Helps to keep dirt and debris from entering the shoe, maintaining comfort throughout your ride.
Is HighGrip rubber used for the outsole?
Yes, the Youth Vice is equipped with a specialized HighGrip rubber compound in its outsole, designed specifically for flat pedal mountain biking.
Key features of the outsole system include:
- RC Fuzion Pattern: The tread features the RC Fuzion pattern, which utilizes sloped-angle inverse hexagons to maximize surface area and ensure highly responsive pedal contact.
- Level 2 Flex: The outsole works with a Level 2 Flex rating to provide superior compliance and tactile pedal feel, which is crucial for dirt jump and slopestyle riding.
Does the shoe use D3O technology for impact protection?
Yes, the Youth Vice is specifically engineered for high-impact riding styles like dirt jump and slopestyle, featuring several technologies to absorb shock and reduce rider fatigue.
Key impact absorption and protection features include:
- D3O® High Impact Zone Insole: This technology is integrated into the insole to effectively absorb kinetic energy from hard landings and high impacts.
- EVA Midsole: The cup outsole incorporates an additional 3mm of EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate) foam, which provides enhanced cushioning and shock absorption underfoot.
- Internal TPU Toe Protection: The durable suede upper includes internal TPU protection to guard the toes against impacts and debris, providing bike-specific defense.
What technologies absorb high impact?
The Youth Vice uses a dual-layer system specifically engineered for the high impact demands of dirt jump and slopestyle riding, helping to protect the foot and reduce fatigue:
- D3O® High Impact Zone Technology Insole: This specialized insole is designed to absorb significant impact forces, providing critical protection and actively reducing rider fatigue during heavy landings.
- 3mm EVA Cushioning: An additional 3mm layer of EVA is integrated into the cup outsole, providing supplemental shock absorption and enhanced underfoot comfort.
Does it have toe protection?
Yes, the shoe includes TPU toe protection internally to add specific performance and protection where it’s needed most for bike riding.