Performance meets versatility - hybrid til mixed-terrain adventures
Gravel sko er **hybrid mellem road og MTB** - designed til det growing gravel/adventure riding segment. De kombinerer road shoe stiffness med MTB walkability. SPD 2-bolt cleats (recessed) giver dig mulighed for at ride efficiently og walk comfortably når terrænget kræver det.
Core philosophy: Gravel riding involves both - hours on sadlen (need efficiency) og moments off bike exploring ruins, cafes, singletrack detours, hike-a-bike rocky sections. Traditional road sko er for stiff til walking. MTB trail sko er for flexible til long-distance efficiency. Gravel sko finder sweet spot.
Typisk specs: Carbon eller composite sole (stiffness 7-9), recessed SPD cleats, moderate tread pattern, durable uppers til variable weather, comfortable fit for all-day epics.
| Feature | Road Sko | Gravel Sko | MTB Sko |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleat system | SPD-SL/Look Keo (3-bolt) | SPD (2-bolt) | SPD (2-bolt) |
| Sole stiffness | 10-14 (very stiff) | 7-9 (medium-stiff) | 5-8 (flexible) |
| Walkability | ❌ Poor (cleats protrude) | ✅ Good (recessed + moderate tread) | ✅✅ Excellent (aggressive tread) |
| Power transfer | ✅✅ Maximum | ✅ Very good | ⚠️ Good (less stiff) |
| Weight | 225-280g (lightest) | 300-380g (medium) | 350-500g (heavier) |
| Weather protection | ⚠️ Limited (ventilation focus) | ✅ Good (many waterproof options) | ✅ Good (durable materials) |
| Typical price | 1600-3500kr | 1200-2500kr | 1000-2500kr |
Key insight: Gravel sko sacrificer 10-15% power transfer vs road sko, men gainer 300% walkability. For gravel riding hvor du WILL walk occasionally, det er excellent tradeoff. Hvis du aldrig forlader asfalt, road sko er bedre. Hvis du ofte går, MTB trail sko giver mere comfort.
Pris: 2800kr | Vægt: 312g | Stiffness: 9
FACT carbon sole med optimized flex zone for walking comfort. Body Geometry footbed science-backed. Boa Li2 dials micro-adjustable. SlipNot rubber outsole developed med Five Ten. Waterproof version available.
Styrker: Best power transfer i gravel category, excellent fit system, wide options available, relatively walkable for stiffness level
Til: Performance-focused gravel racers, riders coming from road background, long mixed-surface events
Pris: 1500kr (XC7) / 1800kr (RX8) | Vægt: 340g | Stiffness: 8
XC7 = trail sko marketed til gravel. RX8 = gravel-specific med carbon-reinforced midsole. Michelin rubber outsole excellent grip. Surround wrapping upper protective. BOA IP1 reliable.
Styrker: Shimano reliability, excellent value especially XC7, durable construction, good walkability, Asian sizing consistent
Til: All-around gravel riders, bikepacking, riders prioritizing value and durability
Pris: 1400kr | Vægt: 365g | Stiffness: 7
Nylon composite plate balances stiffness og walkability. Vibram rubber outsole grips well. Dual BOA Li2 dials. Supernatural Fit footbed comfortable. Ripstop mesh upper breathable yet durable.
Styrker: Very walkable for efficiency level, American medium-wide fit, good ventilation, fair pricing
Til: Riders prioritizing comfort over max power, adventure/bikepacking focus, multiple coffee stops
Pris: 1600kr | Vægt: 348g | Stiffness: 8
Carbon-reinforced nylon sole. Ripstop fabric upper weather-resistant. BOA IP1 dial plus velcro strap. Aesthetically pleasing Italian design. Michelin outsole rubber compound.
Styrker: Style + performance balance, medium Italian fit works for most, durable materials, good mud-shedding tread
Til: Riders wanting premium feel without top-tier pricing, style-conscious gravel enthusiasts
Pris: 1300kr | Vægt: 380g | Stiffness: 7
Budget-friendly option without sacrificing essentials. Carbon-reinforced sole plate. 1:1 lacing + velcro closure. Durable synthetic upper. Aggressive tread pattern.
Styrker: Excellent value proposition, very walkable, American roomier fit, proven durability, simple reliable closure
Til: Budget-conscious riders, beginners exploring gravel, casual adventure riders
Mange gravel sko kommer i waterproof versions (Gore-Tex eller eVent membraner). Worth it? Depends.
Pro: Dry feet i regn og crossings. Con: Less breathability, higher price (+300kr), harder to dry hvis soaked internally. Vurdering: Worth it for early spring/late fall riding eller områder med frequent rain. Summer/dry climates: Skip og brug overshoes instead.
Higher collar design beskytter ankles fra branch strikes og debris. Nogle modeller har reinforced ankle cups.
Vurdering: Nice-to-have for technical gravel og mixed MTB trails. Overkill for smooth gravel roads. Tilføjer 20-30g vægt og slight restriction.
Metal spikes kan skrues i toe area for extra grip ved hike-a-bike steep/muddy sections. Not all gravel sko har threads.
Vurdering: Only relevant hvis du regelmæssigt faces extreme hike-a-bike. Most riders aldrig bruger det. Nice option to have men not dealbreaker.
Loops eller hooks for attaching mud/snow gaiters keeps debris out i extreme conditions.
Vurdering: Niche feature for winter gravel eller muddy cyclocross. Most gravel riders never need. Hvis du rider year-round all-conditions, handy.
Real talk: Gravel sko marketing er partially hype. En god MTB trail shoe (Shimano ME5, Five Ten Kestrel, Giro Rumble) fungerer excellent til gravel for 90% af riders. Dedicated gravel sko giver marginal gains hvis du prioriterer efficiency + walkability balance. Hvis du allerede har quality MTB sko, spend your money elsewhere først (bags, tires, etc.).
Hvis efficiency matters mest: Specialized Torch Gravel eller Shimano RX8 - stiffest gravel options
Hvis walkability matters mest: Giro Sector eller Pearl Izumi X-Alp - comfortable all-day
Hvis budget tight: Shimano XC7 (marketed MTB men perfect for gravel) - best value ~1200kr
Hvis stil matters: Fizik Terra X5 - Italian design + solid performance
Hvis teknisk terrain: Skip dedicated gravel, get Five Ten Kestrel Pro MTB - better grip