Specialized S-Works Ares Road Shoes

When the finish line is a blur and every watt counts, the Specialized S-Works Ares changes the geometry of your sprint. By ditching the traditional tongue in favor of a sock-like fit, these shoes create a seamless connection between foot and pedal, effectively locking you into the bike the moment you stomp on the cranks. The FACT Powerline carbon plate is impossibly stiff, channeling every ounce of output directly into the drivetrain without a hint of flex. What sets this design apart is the proprietary closure system; it cradles the forefoot with a massive surface area, eradicating the hot spots and movement that plague long days in the saddle. Reinforced with Dyneema mesh, the upper remains stubbornly stable, ensuring that when you rock the bike to initiate a climb or carve through a technical descent, your foot remains planted. Wrapped in a design that prioritizes biological alignment through Body Geometry, this gear isn't just about raw speed—it’s about sustaining that high-cadence efficiency long after the peloton has thinned out. 
 
PRODUCT CONDITION
 
This UnNew Specialized S-Works Ares Road Shoes is in Excellent condition. 
 
Products in Excellent condition have seen minimal use and wear. Any imperfections are purely cosmetic and do not affect the intended performance of the product.   

• Very light scuffs near clip placements 
  
  
  
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• Brand: Specialized

• The key to more comfort, less injuries, and higher power output comes from our ergonomically designed, scientifically tested Body Geometry features—Longitudinal Arch, Varus Wedge, and personalized insoles with a Metatarsal Button. When used in harmony, these three features align the hip, foot, and knee, while also limiting medial/lateral knee movement and maintaining good circulation down to your toes.

• Patent-pending closure design secures the foot for extreme, out-of-saddle efforts, locking the metatarsals and preventing lateral roll.

• Dyneema® is sandwiched between layers of synthetic and TPU to create no-stretch zones for the ultimate connection and comfort.

• Our stiffest and lightest FACT Powerline™ carbon plate maximizes power transfer: Stiffness Index 15.

• BOA® Fit System featuring Dual Dial Li2 delivers micro-adjustable, precision fit, engineered and guaranteed to perform in the toughest conditions. Backed by the BOA® Lifetime Gaurantee.

• PadLock™ heel construction cradles the heel and is proven to improve acceleration.

• Non-slip, replaceable heel tread with internally recessed screws for security.

• Form Fit last with a roomy toe box for the ultimate in connectivity and comfort.

• Titanium alloy cleat nuts can rotate to position cleats 5mm rearward and fits all major 3-hole road pedals.

• Approximate weight: 220g (1/2 pair, Size 42)