This commentary is a repost of last season’s report; the associated FIND buttons connect to 2017 starting inventory.
The Hero World Cup SI 130 doesn’t take its cues from the new Allspeed Elite, but is a direct descendant of the real-deal Hero World Cup SI, a polyether shell in a bone-crushing 92mm last. The 97mm SI 130 is likewise made from polyether, but at 97mm it doesn’t require spending a day with a grinding tool trying to gouge out enough room inside for a foot to lay flat. This considerable concession aside, the Hero World Cup SI 130 otherwise comports itself exactly like a race boot.
Women with real, race-caliber chops can have a rough time finding a sufficiently supportive shoe. The Hero World Cup SI 110 SC rides to their rescue. The SC stands for Short Cuff, the only adaptation meant to accommodate the shorter legs on the fairer sex. If you want a little more cushioning but still need a stout flex, the new Pure Elite 120 has you covered.