Scottish model Endura was based in 1993 and has been producing biking clothes ever since. Being Scottish, Endura claims to know a factor or two about moist climate and the merely named Highway Overshoe has been one thing of a core stalwart of the Endura assortment for a few years.
Specs: Endura Highway Overshoe
Value: £36.99 / $59.99 / €44.99
Materials: Nylon 10%, Neoprene 90%
Out there sizes: S – XXL
Colors: Black / Hello-Viz Yellow
The Highway Overshoe is a neoprene affair priced at a aggressive £36.99 / $59.99, though you’ll be able to usually discover them on-line for rather less. I examined the Hello-Viz Yellow model however they’re additionally accessible in a black colourway.
There are a number of overshoe choices within the Endura vary cut up throughout mountain bike and street purposes. The Highway overshoe sits beneath the heavier-duty Freezing Level overshoes which are available at a barely increased value.
I’ve spent the winter testing a spread of overshoes, you’ll be able to head to our finest biking overshoes information to see the comparisons, however to seek out out extra in regards to the Endura providing, learn on.
Design and Aesthetics
The Highway overshoes are constructed from 90% neoprene and 10% nylon. I measured the neoprene at just below 4mm thick throughout the board. The underside and toe field are created from a more durable bolstered neoprene and the cleat and heel openings are stitched with robust aramid thread. Neoprene thickness is identical in all places so the Highway Overshoes look ever so barely chunky however this is not a criticism.
The zipper closure is offset to the left of the ankle and is flanked by a pair of reflective strips on both facet of it, there’s additionally an extra neoprene guard excessive of the zipper. There’s an additional bolstered sq. of fabric on the backside of the zipper to stop water ingress on this potential weak spot.
A big Endura brand on the facet pops within the Hello-Viz Yellow and there are additionally fluorescent flashes on the ankles in addition to a reflective Endura brand on every outward-facing facet of every overshoe. There’s additionally a gloss crank rub safety print on the within of every overshoe, the concept right here is that the smoother print minimises potential harm if overshoe crank arm rubbing does happen. Worn cleats can contribute to this in order that’s one other space to test and keep on high of.
Efficiency
I obtained on nicely with the Highway Overshoes, they’re simple to placed on and I by no means had a battle. I did handle to tear the neoprene on one by catching it with a fingernail so that is one thing to observe. The neoprene used is kind of spongy and comfortable and when you have been speeding or slip placing them on, I really feel it could be pretty simple to break them. This is not an issue particular to Endura as a number of producers together with Spatz do warn to watch out on this entrance.
Water and spray runs off the neoprene very well and the overshoes will do an excellent job of preserving your toes dry. No overshoe with underside cleat openings goes to repel water utterly in a heavy downpour or sustained soaking however as soon as moist, the thick neoprene does an excellent job of serving to maintain toes heat.
Though the ankle top is not as excessive as another overshoes on the market, the tops of every overshoe hug your ankle/calf very well and there isn’t any free match or potential entry level for many water right here which helps.
Verdict
I just like the Endura Highway Overshoes, they use a strong tried-and-tested design and really feel safe and comfy whenever you’re sporting them. A pleasant quantity of high-vis detailing actually does aid you really feel a bit extra seen and I used to be glad of it on gloomier days.
I discussed in my Assos GT Ultraz overview a suspected tendency for winter roadies to achieve for a do-it-all winter neoprene overshoe and this providing from Endura matches the invoice.
General, the Highway Overshoe is sturdy, heat and water-repellant. It might be good to see a barely increased ankle to assist guarantee water and spray are stored at bay somewhat bit extra, and it’s essential to watch out to not nick them with fingernails or mudguard stays and so on, however for the cash, they’re a strong performer that will not allow you to down.
| Design | Basic 4mm thick neoprene winter overshoe design, does what it says on the tin | 8/10 |
| Efficiency | Stored my toes heat and dry, carried out solidly | 8/10 |
| Consolation | Comfy sturdy feeling | 7/10 |
| Safety | The 4mm thick neoprene offers ample safety | 8/10 |
| Worth | For the worth level they provide strong worth, though barely fragile to tears | 7/10 |
| General | Row 5 – Cell 1 | 76% |
