If you’re looking for a decent pair of cheap cycling shoes due to a limited budget, then look no further.
We’ve rounded up a selection of cheap road and mountain cycling shoes priced under £120 to help you find the right pair for your performance requirements and budget.
£120 might sound like a lot of money, and for many riders it is. However, it's around the point at which upgrades begin to become more marginal. And, in any case, most of the options listed below are regularly available for substantially less than their RRP.
If you’re not limited by budget, check out our guides to the best cycling shoes and mountain biking shoes, as rated by our expert testers.
We have separated this list into road bike and mountain bike shoes, though bear in mind that the SPD design found on mountain bike shoes may be a better choice for those starting out with clipless pedals.
Editor's note: This list was updated on 26 September 2025, with all new entries from our best road and mountain bike buyer's guides.
Best cheap road cycling shoes in 2025
Bontrager Solstice
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- £100 / $85 / €105 / AU$105 as tested
- Pros: Compatible with SPD-SL and SPD cleats; light for the price; good value for money
- Cons: Not the best ventilation
Bontrager's Solstice is well-priced and offers great comfort in a simplistic form factor.
The shoes feature velcro closure straps and a moderately stiff nylon sole that make for an adjustable and wide-ranging fit.
Compatible with SPD-SL and SPD cleats, the Solstice give options for riders who are new to clipless pedals. Although keep in mind, the two-bolt cleat adaptor is not included.
The weight per shoe of 227g in EU42 is competitive.
Our tester found the shoes to be comfortable on long rides, but felt the ventilation was lacking on warmer days.
- Read more: Bontrager Solstice road cycling shoe review
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Triban GRVL 500
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- £50 as tested
- Pros: Well-priced; good adjustability from laces; SPD-compatible
- Cons: Heel raise limits performance
The Triban GRVL 500 offers incredible value, with a variety of features seen on shoes twice its price.
While the shoe is stiff, it doesn't feel punishing and makes it a great option for road cycling, gravel riding and commuting.
The fibreglass reinforced sole is compatible with two-bolt SPD cleats and has grippy sections for walking.
We did the heel raise when walking or riding out of the saddle was a setback.
- Read more: Triban GRVL 500 shoe review
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Best cheap mountain biking shoes in 2025
FLR F-57
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- £70 / $70 as tested
- Pros: Good fit; great value; good off the bike
- Cons: Velcro fasteners need to be kept clean
FLR's F-57s are a well-designed XC shoe, with impressive comfort and great pedalling characteristics that make for an excellent all-rounder.
We found the aggressive tread lugs offered great traction for off-the-bike walking, especially on slick shoots.
We weren't a fan of the velcro closure, which lost its adhesion in muddy conditions.
- Read more: FLR F-57 review
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Shimano GF400
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- £120 / $120 / AU$150 as tested
- Pros: Great traction, secure feel; well-priced
- Cons: Could have ankle support
The GF400 has grip levels that keep your feet secure on even the choppiest section of trail.
They have a snug fit, which limits movement inside the shoe, making them feel confident on the pedals when going through rough terrain.
There isn't a lot of ankle protection, with the inside cuff not quite high enough to keep the cranks from hitting your ankle.
Despite this, they make a good gravity-inspired option for those looking for flat shoes.
- Read more: Shimano GR400 review
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Shimano GE5
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- £120 as tested
- Pros: Great feel; well-thought-out fit; simple design; good value for money
- Cons: Broad toe box requires careful cleat positioning; sole could be stiffer.
The GE5s are incredibly comfortable on the bike, with the flexible upper and broad toe box letting your feet move freely.
The Torbal 2.0 technology adds flex where you need it most while riding, although we found that the sole could be slightly stiffer.
Both sides of the ankle receive extra padding thanks to the asymmetric design, keeping your feet safe from loose rocks and crank strikes.
We were impressed with the shoes' off-bike performance, with the tread lugs helping to find traction when pushing up steep shoots.
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