The models we've chosen include cycling shoes that clip into the best exercise bikes and the Peloton bike. But before you decide, different exercise bikes support different cleat types attaching to the outsole of your cycling shoe: 2-bolt SPD cleats suit mountain bike riders, and 3-bolt Look Delta cleats are better for road cyclists.

Depending on what you are looking for in an indoor cycling shoe, you might prefer one over the other.The IC1 shoes are more versatile in terms of compatibility, lighter in weight, and cheaper in price, while the IC2 shoes are more walkable in terms of cleat design, heavier in weight, and more expensive in price. Indoor training is highly effective at building your fitness. But even if you’re wearing a superlight mesh base layer, highly breathable cycling shorts and with the fan on full-blast, you’ll still build up a healthy sweat. And your feet don’t miss out on the fun either, which is where the highly ventilated IC1 Indoor Cycling shoes come into their own. The IC1 shoe delivers double the cleat compatibility with both 2- and 3-bolt (SPD and SPD-SL) cleat mounts. While SPD pedals remain standard across the industry, indoor studios and at-home bikes now offer both pedal options. With the IC1 shoes, riders can easily set up or switch their pedaling system to suit different studios or indoor bike compatibilities. Walkability

There are various forms of indoor cycling, ranging from opting for one of the best smart trainers or exercise bikes to investigating the cheapest Zwift setups. One thing that every cyclist will need to use any of these things is a pair of cycling shoes. The IC5 indoor cycling shoes utilize a mixed last construction designed for a wide range of foot shapes and sizes. They come in women's sizes 36-41 and men's 42-48 for a superior, custom-like fit. When purchasing shoes to go along with your Peloton or exercise bike, comfort and convenience are two of the most important factors. Most spin shoes are made to be lightweight and have a velcro strap for easy and fast wear and removal; you don’t want to have to stop mid-workout stops to tie your shoe.For the most part, road shoes use a three-bolt mounting system, and mountain bike shoes will use a two-bolt setup. If you're looking to get shoes for a spin class or something like a Peloton bike, all spin bikes have pedals that work with two-hole SPD cleats, while some will also have a Look Delta pedal on the underside. SHIMANO has always been known for its impeccable design, and the brand prides itself on the fact that they have taken over a million impressions of foot shapes in their product lifetime, which is why they have a good idea of foot shapes and where the volume is for the mass populations (they also use 12 lasts to build their shoes, where as most other cycling companies use only three or four). Because of that knowledge, SHIMANO was able to make the IC1 a gender neutral that can be worn by anyone.

Some people might prefer a lighter shoe that feels more agile and responsive, while others might prefer a heavier shoe that feels more stable and durable. The fundamental pedaling requirement of a cycling shoe is that it stabilizes the foot, and the IC1 does that extremely effectively for people with all foot shapes and sizes because of the versatile design,” says Gascon. “The slip-on construction makes is easy for everyone to get the shoe onto their foot, the mesh upper provides elasticity, and the Velcro cross strap is adjustable for arch support, volume control, and to keep the foot from shifting laterally.” Peloton pedals are equipped for Delta, but you can swap out pedals for another cleat type; we've reviewed the Venzo 3-in-1 pedals which allow you to switch between both systems, so you should always be able to workout in a way that suits you. Versatility is also excellent thanks to the sole unit. This is compatible with both 2-bolt and 3-bolt cleats and pedal systems. So whether your spin bike or home trainer bike uses double-sided MTB style pedals or single-sided you can clip in and get pedalling. The lightweight sole, a glass fibre reinforced nylon unit, also offers excellent pedalling efficiency and foot support while also keeping the price of the shoes affordable.Read our full TIEM Slipstream cycling shoe review . How to choose the best shoes for Peloton and indoor cycling

While we pedaled away in shoes made by a variety of leading brands, we looked out for factors like comfort, support, breathability and clip systems. If you're a cycling novice, finding the best cycling shoe for you could feel like a slog. But whether you're a Peloton bike owner or prefer one of the best Peloton alternatives, the right shoe is a game-changer. The IC1 shoe compatible with most popular cleat designs. This includes Peloton, SoulCycle as well as Shimano’s own cleats. It uses a five-hole design to work with 2- and 3-bolt (SPD and SPD-SL) cleat mounts, and will work with several of the proprietary spin bike designs. That means you can use one set up on your bike at home or take these shoes to the spin studio. Shimano's IC1 (IC100) have been designed to cater to the ever growing indoor cycling market, with a superlight and breathable design that lets you hit the trainer hard, whether that be on Zwift or another virtual app, or just getting the hammer down old school style! We wouldn't necessarily recommend them for serious indoor racing, but for recreational indoor cyclists who want something comfortable and airy that will make the indoor cycling experience a bit more bearable, then Nike's SuperRep 2 Cycle shoes are a promising option.Peloton has recently released a new, more expensive pair of cycling shoes, the Peloton Altos, which have a single velcro strap to make it easier to get the shoes on and off. Both shoes feature Shimano’s Dynalast upper, which is designed to minimize strain on the foot and ankle by providing a smooth and efficient pedaling motion.