Mallet Trail Lace Clip-In Shoes - Swan/Purple

SKU: MTL42095A085

The Crankbrothers Mallet Trail Lace clip-in shoe is the perfect blend of performance and adventure. Engineered for thrill-seekers, the trail shoes were designed with rugged durability and adventure in mind to keep you confident on and off the trail and comfortable in the saddle for longer rides.

A synthetic upper features a classic lace-up closure system complete with lace pocket, perforations to provide airflow and breathability, and a TPU-reinforced toebox for enhanced protection. In addition, a fiber-reinforced shank and an aggressive outsole lug pattern bring pedaling efficiency and all-terrain versatility to every ride.

Our innovative Match System optimizes engagement for any MTB clip-in system, whether that’s Crankbrothers or SPD. It comes with Match shim and Crankbrothers cleat pre-installed in a neutral position, so they are ready to ride with Crankbrothers pedals right out of the box.

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Size (US M)

Size chart

US Men US Women EUR UK
3* 4.5 35 2
4* 5.5 36 3
5 6.5 37 4
5.5 7 37.5 4.5
6 7.5 38 5
6.5 8 39 5.5
7 8.5 39.5 6
7.5 9 40 6.5
8 9.5 41 7
8.5 10 41.5 7.5
9 10.5 42 8
9.5 11 43 8.5
10 11.5 43.5 9
10.5 12 44 9.5
11 12.5 44.5 10
11.5 13 45 10.5
12 13.5 46 11
12.5 14 46.5 11.5
13 14.5 47 12
14 15.5 48 13
15* 16.5 49 14

*Sizes 3 US M, 4 US M, and 15 US M available in select styles

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Highlights

Match System
Match System
Match Box, Match Compound, and Match Outsole are optimized for any MTB pedals, including SPD
Lace Closure
Lace Closure
Classic lace closure system, with integrated pocket for lace retention
30-Day Size Guarantee
30-Day Size Guarantee
Free returns & exchanges at Crankbrothers.com to make finding the right size easy
Unisex Fit - Fits true to size. For wider feet, we recommend going up a half size.

Weight 385g per shoe (US 9 / EU 42)

Premium Materials & Construction

Premium Materials & Construction

Our premium synthetic upper is constructed from durable, water-resistant materials, and is also perforated for enhanced breathability and ventilation. In addition, a traditional lace closure system complete with lace pocket keeps your foot comfortably secure.
Match Box

Match Box

Ramped cleat box offers easy pedal entry and mud shedding. The extended 35mm cleat track allows rearward positioning for added control and stability when descending. And, the cleat box depth is carefully chosen to allow for optimal shoe-to-pedal contact, right out of the box.
Match Compound

Match Compound

Mid-friction MC1 rubber compound for easy pedal entry and exit, plus long life.
Match Outsole

Match Outsole

The new Trail tread pattern is designed for balanced traction on and off the bike, great walkability, and an optimized pedal interface. A stiff fiber-reinforced nylon shank transfers power efficiently, and a low-rebound EVA midsole damps vibration.
Toe Protection

Toe Protection

A TPU-reinforced toe box combined with an outsole that wraps the front of the shoe provides critical protection against impacts.

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Overall rating: 4.909091 / 5 from 44 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Crankbrothers Mallet Trail Lace Clip-In Shoes offer a blend of performance and adventure, praised for their laces and fit. Customers appreciate the laces for their quality and the fit for its consistency, making these shoes comfortable and reliable for longer rides.

Summary topics

  • Laces Quality: 16%
  • Fit Consistency: 22%

Review topics: ["fit","size","quality","issues","material","feel","look","work","support","shoes","laces","toe box","room","pouch","clip","tool","platform","rides","miles"].

Review highlights

  • "True and excellent fit with great arch support."Christian S.
  • "Laces held well so far but I would review after a year of wearing and seeing if they get too loose."Kevin K.
  • "Laces tuck super easily into the little pouch."Linda P.

Reviews

Great beginner clip-in shoe. Bought

"Great beginner clip-in shoe. Bought these to try clip-ins for the first time and they've been great. They look like a normal street shoe, which I love, and have treated me well thus far. I wear a 10. 5 street shoe and was worried about the fit. I ended up sizing up to an 11 which ended up being perfect."

Charlie R. (5/5)

These are nice shoes. Great

"These are nice shoes. Great quality, they look sweet, are very supportive and true to size. I am a 9. I ordered the 9. It fit like a 9. No funny business. I have a wide foot and this shoe is comfortable. I lace it a tad on the loose side due to having a wide foot. No issues. Once it breaks in a bit more I can probably lace a little tighter, but it's really no big deal. I ride trails and end up doing hike a bike at times in the mtns of Colorado. The tread is pretty grippy when having to hike and carry my bike. There is a lace pouch to tuck the laces in so they dont end up in your chain and you over the bars. The pouch is critical for lace up shoes. I run CB egg beater and mallet pedals. These shoes interface with both pedals easily. I would buy these again."

James S. (5/5)

Great shoe! Perfect fit first

"Great shoe! Perfect fit first time out of the box which in the past has been a huge issue for me with crank brother shoes. LOVE these. Ordering another pair!"

Marti S. (5/5)

Love the shoes. They are

"Love the shoes. They are comfortable and supportive"

Jarrod B. (5/5)

"Comfortable. I'm a size 8W and got an 8, which has enough room for my toes not to hurt after my spin classes."

Cyril (5/5)

The engagement to the pedal

"The engagement to the pedal is great, quality construction, and a nice clean look. I love the idea of these shoes! Unfortunately, I’ve tried multiple sizes and different shoes and can’t quite find the right fit with CrankBrothers. I’m typically a 44 and in these 44s I find my toes are cramped. I tried the 44. 5 and I’m swimming in them. It seems like the toe box could be a little wider and there be a little more arch support."

Reeves H. (3/5)

These fit just right with

"These fit just right with the Crank Brothers Mallet Enduro Clip-In Pedals. This is my second pair of each."

Chris S. (5/5)

An all around winner! Not

"An all around winner! Not only stylish, while retaining subtlety, and comfortable to wear, but unusually walkable compared to other bike shoes with cleats! A bit pricey of course, but what of quality isn't these days!"

Eliot K. (5/5)

Great shoes so far. Have

"Great shoes so far. Have only ridden 25 miles but am heading out on a 1600 mile tour next week. We’ll see how they do after that… Plenty of room in the toe box and stiff enough to distribute pressure along my whole foot delivering power and comfort so far. They mate perfectly with Crank Bros pedals (duh) and the fact that they come with cleats already installed is a bonus. They do run a little small so size up. I usually wear 7. 5-8 and I ordered 8-8. 5 and they fit…just. Overall, I have high hopes for these shoes. We’ll see how they hold up."

Nancy P. (5/5)

I needed something to pedal

"I needed something to pedal and walk in for the 2025 Adventure Racing Nationals that these worked PERFECTLY - on and off the bike for 30 hours. I am stoked!!!"

Teri L. (5/5)

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