Compatible cleats and pedals
Your shoes are compatible with most SPD cleats and pedals.
We fully guarantee compatibility with the following cleats and pedals:
REF: 8512218
ROCKRIDER XC 100 MOUNTAIN BIKING SHOES
Shoes designed for beginners taking up XC mountain biking. Suitable for indoor cycling""
High-performance mountain biking shoes with excellent support (heel, instep, three rip-tabs) and a stiff sole with rigid cleats for good traction on all surfaces.
First use
Adjusting your cleats
We chose to design our shoes with adjustable cleats so riders can find the best position for their feet.
If your knees hurt when pedalling, this could be due to a poor position and/or incorrect cleat adjustment .
Tighten the cleat
Screw in the cleat until it no longer turns. After your first outing, check that the cleat hasn't moved. If it has, fix the position and screw it in more tightly.
If you have a torque wrench, you can tighten your cleat with a tightening torque of 6 N/m.
Adjusting your pedals
Your XC 100 mountain biking shoes have a stiffer sole for better pedalling performance.
Before setting off, practise clipping in and out using a wall for balance. You can tighten or loosen the springs on your pedals to make clipping in and out easier.
Extend the life span of your mtb shoes
Like all products, our shoes have an environmental impact over their life span.
To extend the life span of your shoes and reduce their environmental impact, it's important to care for them properly.
Take care of your shoes - the planet will thank you and so will your wallet.
What is the environmental impact of your mtb shoes?
We do all we can to reduce it, but we should note: Our shoes have an environmental impact.
Understanding the issues around climate and use of resources, the DECATHLON teams are aiming for 100% of their products to undergo an eco-design process by 2026.
However, design is not the only phase in a product's life cycle that has a negative environmental impact. That's why we try to promote more durable use and a cleaner end-of-life for our products, and you have a role to play in all that!
Cleaning your shoes
First, forget about the washing machine and dryer. They will damage your shoes and cause premature wear. To clean your shoes, you only need a brush or sponge, water and some mild soap. Detergents and aggressive chemical cleaning products aren't necessary.
Start by removing the insoles and soak them in soapy water, then brush them. Let them air dry before putting them back in your shoes.
If your shoes have dried mud on them, you can remove most of it by knocking the heels together. Next, soak your shoes in water and use the brush to clean off any remaining dirt. To prevent rust forming, be sure to wipe the cleats down with a dry cloth. Finally, air dry your shoes without exposing them to direct sunlight or placing them near a radiator.
TIP: To help your shoes dry faster, you can put some newspaper in them and place them in a vertical position.
Trouble clipping in or out of the pedal
If you're having trouble clipping in or out of the pedal, check the following.
If you still can't resolve the issue, go to your nearest DECATHLON store for help.
Check that your cleat is properly screwed into your shoe and that it's still in good shape.
Check the tension on your pedal. You can reduce the tension to making clipping in and out easier.
Check that your cleats are compatible with your pedals.