2026 Specialized S-Works Recon Shoe

From recent road converts to sultans of dirt speed, the S-Works Recon delivers pavement-bred performance to the gravel and XC discipline. Guided by more than 100,000 foot scans from our RETÜL fit data, we recognized that both a standard and a wide carbon base plate would best serve the spectrum of human foot shapes. An internal I-Beam adds stiffness and strength, eliminating the need for additional bracing. The result is an intentional fit that's stiff, comfortable, and tunable—to put the power down.

• 100,000+ RETÜL Foot Scans: Data-driven fit informed by massive foot scan database.
• Standard & Wide Carbon Base Plate: Both width options to serve the full spectrum of foot shapes.
• Internal I-Beam Construction: Stiffness and strength without additional bracing.
• Body Geometry Technology: Varus Wedge, Longitudinal Arch, and Metatarsal Button keep feet in optimal position.
• Wide Base Plate: 4mm wider than standard, 8mm wider than previous S-Works Recon MTB shoes.
• BOA® Fit System: Updated routing improves lockdown—no toe strap needed.
• Tunable Pedal Interface: High-density pontoons and shims for a road-like pedal platform.

Body Geometry technology is baked inside and out—driven by nearly two decades of development and validated by data, ensuring no pain points, only performance.