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Northwave Celsius XC Arctic GTX

I own both the cross (XC) and road (R) version and both share the same problem : the X-Dial has a screw made of soft alloy and the head wears out. I had to replace the dial on each pair once and it's a nightmare to get that screw out. Last time I had to jigsaw the whole dial to remove the screw. The fact you have to replace the X-Dial due to either the rope jamming or because it simply fell off during a ride is a concern already a big enough concern. Cannot recommend. I've had a pair of Van Rysel shoes for longer and never had an issue. Mantel staff was prone to help, but the shoes are just not up to what they cost. Also, don't get fooled on the waterproofing : 9 times out of 10 the water comes from your trousers and falls of in your socks. Your shoes may be waterproof but if your trousers aren't, your doomed to ride with wet feet. Front mudguards that are low-hanging are IMHO what helps the most in maintaining feet dryer for a little longer. You'd be surprised how much water gets from the wheel into your shoes.

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The shoe is just a bit too narrow for me, which means I do get cold toes even after 1h at zero °C. It is better than with normal shoes + overshoes, but still. It would be great if NW could market a wider version.

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Once I have the shoes on, they keep my feet nice and warm, even after three or four hours of cycling. In heavy rain, rainwater does seep in at the top (even with trousers over the shoe), causing wet and therefore cold feet. No idea whether there is a shoe where this is not the case.

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Swivel mechanism could be better.

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Everything as expected

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Not yet cycled with real cold, so far no cold or wet feet

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Product itself is very well put together. Only just too narrow for me so I end up getting cold feet after 1 hour at 0 degrees. Perhaps an option to measure the widest part of the sole and indicate it in the sizing on the site.

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These shoes have been on my wish list for a long time! Really a huge difference compared to cycling with overshoes. Recently tested them with minus 4 degrees and 8 hours in the saddle. My feet stayed warm, only my toes were cold, but not too cold. The shoe is easy to adjust because of the closure. To the foot width. My feet are quite narrow so I do have to tighten them but the material stays nicely around the foot without creasing. I will definitely recommend these shoes to others !

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This northwave is definitely going to live up to all expectations

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I have now done three rides around freezing. Also in the rain. My feet stayed warm and dry. I find it ideal that, while cycling, you can loosen the buckle step by step if your feet swell a bit. I should have done this much earlier. I also put on new Shimano SM-SH56 SPD Multi Release cleats and now even clicking in and out of the pedals is even smoother than I expected.

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Another 3 rides and 1 at 3 to 4 degrees I am very satisfied as I always have cold toes at this temperature with winter shoes and then overshoes. At 7 to 8 degrees still ok for me, though sweating around the ankles with the raised band in that place with then stockings and long trousers. Shoes quite easy to put on and take off (was a fear). The fact that they are nice shoes with a convenient fastening is another good thing.

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Superb shoe that I use for Gravel riding. Well worth the investment

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I've finally found my winter shoe, because my feet are very cold. Sturdy but light, it can be cleaned like a rubber boot.

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Quality product, well finished. The fight against the cold is well contained with these Celsius Arctic. 1st test on an outing of 3 hours at -3 ° ... conclusion NICKEL. I recommend it without reservation.

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In cold and dry weather, ideal shoes, feet easily stay warm for 3 to 4 hours with good socks. Unfortunately, when it rains, water runs from the trousers into the shoes.

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The shoe completely meets my requirements

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Cable from wheel to tighten during ride came loose. Quickly fixed though.

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Fine Winter shoe , good fit , waterproof and warm .

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Taking them on and off is easy, I haven't had cold and wet feet and the closure is super convenient.

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Ordered online, delivered quickly. Shoes fit right away!

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Very nice to use

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Super nice and nice and warm MTB shoes. To put the shoe on, you have to open the wire of the buckle as far as possible. Then putting them on is very easy.

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Ideal for all rides below +-15 degrees. On a long ride at -8 and snow, I did get cold feet but it was manageable. The shoes don't feel any clunkier than summer shoes either. Below -10 I would rather look at the (clunkier) bontrager shoes but in temperate climates these shoes are definitely sufficient!

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Nice comfortable shoe, good sole, already cycled a lot with it!

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Should have bought better at the beginning of winter

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good fit and function against the cold perfectly. takes some getting used to because of the high step.

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Now tested three times in rain and snow, at temperatures between -3°C and 5°C. Each time water got in, resulting in cold feet. Only stay dry with additional overshoes (which shouldn't). Not my best purchase.

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Today , in -5 deg , cold easterly wind and through snow, did 5 hours of courier work. Result: no freezing cold feet and no wet feet either. A relief to cycle in these weather conditions with this comfort .

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Top!

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If you are looking for boots for winter and cold, these are your boots. Waterproof, warm and with good support. Maybe the price will put you off, but when you wear them twice, you will have forgotten about the money and it will be worth the investment.

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Already done a few trips around freezing with it. Likes it fine. Feels good and comfortably warm. I do not like the drawstring closure as much. A little fiddly at first. When you put the shoe on, you need space and you have to remove the drawstring from the hook. This is tricky. But perhaps that will become a knack.

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This shoe fits perfectly and feels great. I did take it one size bigger myself so that I can still wear a thicker sock in it. The sizing is otherwise fine.

Top shoes! Finally got rid of my cold feet.

Good and warm shoe, top

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Product meets what is expected of it. Wam , windproof and wterproof.

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Nice warm shoe. Fit is good and I realise your feet can stay warm during a winter bike ride. Not yet tried in temperatures above 5 degrees.

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Finally no more cold and wet feet. What a treat!

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Looking for a pair of winter shoes, I first tried the normal Celsius which turned out to be too cold so I exchanged it for this pair. Totally well organised and never cold feet again!

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Sturdy shoe perfect support and warm

Glad I tried it on in the Mantel shop. With a size up, I bought a lovely shoe. Not cheap, but well worth its money so far. Classy product

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