Lake MX177 Shoe - Wide

The Lake MX177 Shoe - Wide is built on Lake's MX Sport last, which gives it a roomier toe box than most mountain bike shoes — a real difference-maker for riders whose feet swell on long days or who've never quite fit a standard-width shoe comfortably. The upper combines Clarino microfiber with mesh panels placed to let the foot breathe, and Carbitex tongue panels reduce friction as the BOA dial cinches down, so the fit stays even without hot spots forming over the top of the foot.

Closure is handled by a single BOA L6 dial, a push/pull system that lets you micro-adjust tension on the fly — useful when you're tightening up before a technical descent or loosening off on a long fire-road climb. Underneath, the MX177 uses a fiberglass-injected nylon sole rather than full carbon, which Lake positions as a way to get comparable stiffness and pedaling efficiency without the price tag of a carbon-soled shoe. The Supergrip Enduro outsole pairs real rubber with Ice Lock lug inserts, giving it grip for hike-a-bike sections and loose, technical terrain where a slick sole would leave you slipping off rocks and roots.

This is a mountain bike shoe built for aggressive trail riding first, but the roomier last and all-day comfort focus mean it holds up just as well for gravel riding, bikepacking, or anyone who's on the bike for hours at a stretch and wants a shoe they can walk in comfortably off the bike. Standard SPD cleat compatibility means it works with the mountain bike pedal systems most trail and gravel riders already run. At $179.99, the MX177 sits in the middle of Lake's lineup — a shoe that trades a bit of outright stiffness for comfort, breathability, and a fit that works for wider feet without sacrificing the grip and support technical riding demands.