4.1
129 Reviews
From the outset of the Torch 3.0 Road shoe design process, our goal was to create…
The riders have spoken. We are proud to announce that Specialized took top honors for best brand in road and gravel shoes at the 2022 Gran Fondo Best Brand Awards. When we focus on what our riders want the most, it makes sense that our shoes are loved year after year. Featuring our proven Body Geometry technology, we continue to lead the way in comfort and performance.
From the outset of the Torch 3.0 Road shoe design process, our goal was to create a performance offering as feature-packed as any top-end shoe. The challenge, however, was pulling this off at a palatable price.
In order to achieve this, we utilized three strategically placed materials on the uppers that are welded together—TPU and mesh in the front and synthetic leather in the rear. This makes for a more comfortable and supportive front of the shoe. A stiff rear and heel cup, meanwhile, lock down your heel and keep all of your watts going into the pedals as efficiently as possible. This refined upper is combined with our legendary FACT carbon fiber sole to further ensure an efficient power transfer. Finally, we topped the Torch 3.0 off with two Boa® S2-SV Snap dials for zonal closure, and a precise fit that leads to all-day comfort.
Body Geometry sole construction and footbeds are ergonomically designed and scientifically tested to boost power, increase efficiency, and reduce chance of injury by optimizing hip, knee, and foot alignment.
FACT™ carbon composite sole and torsion box construction is directionally rigid for outstanding power transfer: Stiffness Index 8.5.
Dual Boa® S2-SV Snap Fit System for on-the-fly micro-adjustment, backed by the Boa Guarantee.
Mesh, TPU, and synthetic layer upper are placed in specific zones for comfort and lock-down, and are thermobonded for a superior fit.
Standard Fit for support and all-day comfort.
Three-bolt cleat pattern fits all major road pedals.
Approximate weight: 248g (1/2 pair, Size 42)
4.1
129 Reviews
I have 4 pairs of Speciaized shoes, all size 44. They all fit great. I bought these and tried them out only to have them rub my forefoot raw. Tried shoe stretchers/wideners with no luck. They are very narrow compared to all my other cycling shoes. For $250, I expected them to be the same size in comparison to all my previous Specialized shoes. I will be returning these.
Purchased a pair of Torch 3.0 from the LBS. They were a great buy and had my size (EU 48). I did not buy the Body Geometry Inserts at the time of purchase. First ride with the new shoes has some discomfort. Second ride was about 50 miles with the last 20 miles in foot agony. Inserted a pair of non-athletic inserts and did a ride of about 40 miles and overall had minimal discomfort. Back to the LBS and they fitted me for the Body Geometry inserts (Blue). Did a ride of 50+ with some good climbs and had zero discomfort. I felt the foot-insert-shoe-cleat-pedal were very aligned with good power transistion between the shoe and pedals. Take-away here is a very good cycling shoe when you dont skimp at the time of purchase! The inserts and shoes are a matched system.
I've been doing cycling for 37 years and thus, have worn many brands. This is the first shoe that I got out of the box and thought wow, that is a work or art. Then I put them on and they fitted beautifully to my foot. Then I went out for a ride with them, wow, every watt of power is not wasted from my legs threw to the pedal. They are easy to adjust as well whilst riding. I've been using them for 4 months now and they are still great. One of the best cycle investments I've made.
I didn't get further than my couch with these shoes. They were really hard to put on, even though they felt reasonably comfortable once they were on my feet. The uppers are stiff and the BOA closures do not allow the sides of the shoe around the tongue to open very wide, so you have to wrestle with the shoes just to get you foot in. I read about this problem in online reviews, but I dismissed it; it's a real problem. I returned the shoes. Life is too short to have to plan extra minutes to put your shoes on. Another problem is that the BOA mechanism on these shoes does not have a quick release for getting your foot out; you have to release the tension little by little, which takes forever. (I bought a pair of Northwave shoes instead: they're easy to get on, comfortable, and have BOA-like closures that release entirely when you want too take them off.)
Great fit and comfortable
Incredible performance and great power transfer
Have used them for 10 rides and my feet feel better in them than my other shoes. Ordered the mid arch soles which are perfect for my high arches.
Great shoes
I bought these shoes on Black Friday sale, at that promotion price I think it is a very good product.
I bought my first pair 4 years ago. I put thousands of miles on those shoes including a couple of Ironman races and many 100+ mile rides. These shoes fit and breathe well and are very comfortable to me; I don't notice them on the bike making me feel like my feet are just part of the bike. They provide a nice strong platform for transmitting power to the pedals. The Boa straps provide easy in-ride micro adjustments as my feet shrinks and expands over time depending on level of effort. I just bought another pair on sale. Highly recommend.
Vast improvement from the torch 2.0. Much better quality uppers and tongue. The stiffness in the shoes is apparent in the power transfer. Better pressure point spread with the additional boa. Excellent shoe overall.
I have the Torch 2.0 that fits me just fine at size 10.5 (44), I'm size 10 so I ordered the same size for Torch 3.0 and I can't even put my feet inside the shoe. Loosened the BOA all the way still can't put my feet inside. Avoid this shoe.
Very comfortable shoe, lightweight, stiff enough for me to feel good about.
After just over a year in these shoes with only moderate riding, the front screw broke through the bottom into my foot! As others note, the Boas don't work very well either. I can see why they're now 50% less expensive than they were last year, and they're still not worth it! Going back to my 20+ year-old Sidis that have never failed me.
Good for the price
Super comfortable and provide good stability with the stiff carbon sole, I enjoy riding with these shoes every time!
I read a reviews that claimed the toe box on the Torch 3.0 is roomier, but that’s simply not the case. These are narrow shoes with a tight toe box and a very stiff upper, and the tongue is also very thick and stiff. As many others have mentioned the Specialized Boas are weird, with no pop-up release. This means the Boa dials need to be completely loosened and the wire loops removed in order get the shoes on or off, not a very convenient. Specialized does offer a wider standard fit in the top of the line S-Works Torch, as well as an even wider “wide” option, hopefully it will offer a wider option across the complete road shoe line in future.
Love this model shoes, very stiff yet comfortable, love the arches.
I am between a 9-10 Women's - Tried on the Torch 2.0 but the 3.0 fitsWAY Different. Main story - in the Touch 2.0 the 9 (40?) was way to small but the 9.5 (41) felt big so I ordered the 40.5 in the in the Torch 3.0 and my foot was COMPLETELY cramped. Thankfully I have a 41 on order but now I am scare that I will need a 41.5 ... :|
I have been wearing Specialized shoes for about 11 years. I've loved every pair I've had. They last a good while and have been so comfortable. My last shoe was the Torch 2.0. I loved it, but the past couple years my feet have started to swell during my rides, so I wanted a shoe with the dual Boa, so I bought the 3.0. The sole is much stiffer and I can "feel the road" more. The upper is very stiff as well and digs into my ankle. I've had them for a few months and they have gotten a little better under the ankle bone, but now I'm having a pressure point on the outside of my foot. They also run hotter than my 2.0 even though they have more venting including a vent on the bottom of the sole. Also, the BOA dials are very hard to turn, they don't have the pop-up release either, making getting out of them a cumbersome chore. AVOID THESE LIKE THE PLAGUE. THEY ARE NOT GOOD SHOES.
I have 2 pair white for the 100 degree summers and black for the rest of the year. The Miro adjustment is wonderful. Simple adjustment while riding, just reach down and adjust.
Good fit - stiff but comfortable. The Body Geometry footbeds fit perfect and gave me better support than I have ever had in a standard shoe.
Purchased and wore one time before Boa dial on right shoe stopped working properly. Easily tightens down, but gets jammed when trying to loosen
Had to return after only 3 uses. BOA became unraveled. Went with another style and size was to small.
Should’ve gone with my gut and returned these. The non-quick release BOA is a huge pain. Could do better for the price. Fit is fine.
I enjoy the "Body Geometry" fit in Specialized shoes. This is my second pair of road shoes from them. This version is less comfortable for me than the previous version. The top of the heel cup is uncomfortable when getting the shoe on and off. I also have to be careful not to have the boa too tight, or the shoe starts to dig into my foot just below my ankle.
The shoe fits great but no quick release on the Boa is a deal breaker. Without quick release getting in and out is a PITA. I sent the shoes back a d hope Specialized make the shoe with quick release for next year, 2024. I’d be interested to here from the decision maker why they think quick release is optional when boas have always had quick release. Seems like a step backward. Plus does anyone really need micro adjust to loosen? All you have to do is pop a quick release boa open and it loosens then snap the boa closed. Problem solved. No need to overthink it.
The shoe is difficult to get on and off because of the dials. They are difficult to turn and once you tighten them, they do not release by popping out, you have to turn the dial in the opposite direction, which is extremely difficult. They do not turn smoothly in either direction. I understand you can fine tune the fit by adjusting in either direction, but it is not worth it, if you have to struggle to get the dials to turn. Very disappointed.
Great shoe for the price. I’m a little disappointed that the BOA don’t pull out to release tension. However, the quality of the shoe and its fit overrides that frustration. A recommended purchase for sure!
I have torch 2 and 3. The outer shell comes away on the 3 after a year. The other frustrating issue is that the stock and distribution of shoe sizes is so poor
The Torch 3.0 is a very nice shoe. It's comfortable and true to size. The one thing that is awful though is the specially developed BOA dials for these shoes. They are so difficult to turn. The regular BOA's are much easier to operate. If I knew what I know now about these BOA's I probably would have bought a different shoe. If they would make this shoe with the regular BOA's it would be a perfect shoe.
Stylish and stiff. Great adjustability. Roomy toe box
I bought the white one, to my surprise they have a red color I'm top like a shade, the shoes at least mine were nothing like in the picture, they also bother me im the back of my left shoe.
Really impressed with these once the boa is replaced with the S2-S boa. The boa that is on these should never have been included. Maybe on the Torch 1.0, but not these. The boa replacement makes these a 5 star standout. Light, great fit, excellent power transfer, dual boas make for easy adjustments. Only other comment might be that until I replaced the boa's getting in and out was extremely hard. With the S2-S it is much easier once they are let out completely. At this price (currently on sale), and with new boas these are as good at it gets at this price point.
I love everything about the shoe. Fit, finish, stiffness and comfort BUT why the cheap BOA dials. They are impossible to adjust when you are riding because of how short the dials are. They are often jammed when you try to release them. I almost cannot get them off after a ride. Is there an upgrade that I can put on to fix the BOA dials? I would love these shoes more.
Purchased these last summer as a "upgrade" road cycling shoe. BOA's never worked well, switched them to my indoor trainers for the winter. This morning, my foot was trapped as the BOA wouldn't release, had to use a pair of pliers to turn which cause entire boa to pop out of molded bracket in side of shoe. Absolutely cheapest BOA construction ever, no quick release, turn to tighten, turn to release....Check them before buying, if stiff, don't get.
Dual Boa® S2-SV Snap Fit System on my Specialized Torch 3.0 Road Shoes. I am not able to loosen to shoes to get out of them easily. It is super difficult. Can I replace them with quick release Boa? I literally struggle to get out of my shoes after a ride.
Very comfortable shoe. Doing 50 mile rides. On complaint is they are a little hard to get into.
Replaced a very old pair of Specialized shoes with the Torch 3.0, and was not disappointed. Stiff, but very comfortable shoe. Great power transfer and no sore or tingly feet after long rides. Yeah, the boas are a bit fiddly, but seriously not that bad at all to get on and off. Not quite sure what other people here were expecting, but they are cycling shoes, not house slippers. 5/5 would buy again (and might).
This shoes are true size.
Bought due to the brand name....mistake They fit ok, nothing great. BOA...The worst version of a BOA system ever placed on a shoe. Really harsh dials, manual tighten, ok, manual loosen...what???? and all the way otherwise you'll never get you foot out, and getting you foot in isn't great anyway. Heel cup - very shiny! other brands foolishly went with a heel retaining system, not on these. This will be the last Specialised bit of kit i purchase.
Very nice and Very comfortable
Used Specialized shoes for 15 years. Always pleased until this pair. They look great but that’s about …. Tight and stiff uppers area. Dials totally horrible. Hard to tighten and harder to un tighten. Bought on sale and now I know why they were. Shame.
Very stiff at tongue contact for first few rides, hoping to become moire supple with more miles utilized.
I found these shoes uncomfortable around the shoe collar particularly around the tongue of the shoe. Returned them after just trying them on
The shoe is nice. Only negative is it’s tough to slip on- need a shoehorn.
There are a lot of things I like about these shoes so far—the “wild” color scheme is fly, the sole is stiff and they’re comfortable. But the BOA dials are just unacceptable—to the point where they ruin the shoes. They don’t release like the higher-tier ones, they stick and don’t turn smoothly, and manually loosening them every time is a huge pain (literally—they’re sharp and hurt your fingers). I got these on sale (~$175) and that’s the only reason these get 3 stars instead of 2. I would not recommend these until Specialized upgrades the BOA dials. What a shame.
The shoes do fit wide so corn relief on my baby toe! I ordered these thanks to a review I read about the wide fit. They are gorgeous and light. The only thing I find difficult is the 2 Boa set up. One Boa would be better. Cycling stuff should be minimalist. My 2 Boas are not cooperative. Hopefully with use, they will be easier to use. It is full-on winter here so I haven't tried them outdoor yet but looking forward to it.
I come from 2.0 an these are Way better!
The insole is 266mm long and 84mm wide. it may or may not be the same design as the S-works level, but some online reviews described the S-works are wider than the previous S-works version. So if your foot is wider than 84mm, the sides of your foot will get squeezed to fit inside the shoe. maybe you like it, maybe you don't. I clicked "run small", but I couldn't deselect it, but if I could, I would. It doesn't run small, since there is no mention of how wide the shoe is in the description.
Purchased these about 5 months ago. I wouldn’t change a thing about them they’re comfortable, responsive, and this is my first experience with The Body Geometry System and they’ve improved my longer rides considerably.
Pretty happy with the Torch 3. I previously had the Specialized Expert model. Same stiffness index of 8.5 but only a single boa closure and Velcro across the toe. They are a little hard to put on. Narrow throat to the shoe. The shoe fits exactly like my last shoe in same size. I do have a narrow foot and these got me well. So I rated it “runs small” because I think a more average foot might have a tight fit in this shoe. I have worn them about a half dozen rides. Power transfer is great. Very comfortable. Good price for the tech in this shoe.
I have wideish feet so these work great because you can adjust the shoe in multiple places during the ride.
New road bike needs new shoes. These are comfortable, efficient and stylish. The right level of stiffness and adjustment for my riding style and requirements. And an excellent price for high quality shoes.
Great shoe at this price point!
Size is accurate for me. I am a size 49 so took a while to find these available. The BOA clips need to be wound open quite a long way to get my foot in to a narrow entrance. Less easy to slip in and out of than other shoe types. But they work well when cycling.
Fits super smoothly with the dual BOA
After wearing another brand's slightly too large road shoes for a season (43.5), I decided to go down one euro size to a 43. I normally wear a 10 in street and running shoes. The shoes are snug but not tight with a snug fit in the heel, which I like. I have narrow heels and most of the cycling shoes I've tried are loose in the heels. I've been struggling with hotspots and some numbness on 50 + mile rides in the older shoes but, so far, in the Torch 3.0, my feet have been comfortable. The adjustability of the shoes with the dual Boa closure is great for fine-tuning while in the saddle, dialing in either direction to tighten or loosen - not the usual pull-out to release the Boa closure. I'm going to keep fiddling with arch support and wedges under the forefoot to maximize comfort, but so far these are the best fitting, best-featured shoes for the cost I've found. I average about 100 to 120 miles per week with 3-4 rides and don't compete but like to go fast and train hard.
Feels perfect but should be able to buy some cleaning products for the white areas
first pair of "high class" cycling shoes, would recommend, complete game changer.
Bought because they are really cool looking, but I realized that for triathlon they are not going to work bc they are hard to get on and off
Feels great right out of the box. Can’t wait to put more miles in with them
Really love these shoes! I got the clips and wear them on my Peloton. Comfy and true to size.
I bought these and seemed to fit ok but returned them because the BOA system is not quick release and a real hassle to take on and off
This is a great training and racing shoe. I had issues with the BOA: not able to grip for tightening or loosening on a ride. Contacted BOAFIT and they have a great replacement BOA. So, great shoe which I can now adjust with sweaty fingers! Thanks!
I have owned my pair of Torch 3.0 for about 2 1/2 years now and are as solid as day 1. The retention seems to be the common dislike among everyone including me, it is a bit of a hassle to get the wire on. The dials aren’t the best either but aside from that the shoe is great, never have had slipping or other problem. I’ve recommended the shoe to several friends. They are a bit on the narrow side compared to a shimano shoe, but the wide option is available which should accommodate wider feet. Great price with a high end look and feel so if you are on a budget or just simply looking for that spare/emergency/training shoe then I suggest these as the go to. I use them as my training and commuting shoe, use to be my only shoe now currently own a pair of RD 7 for the big rides, go check the shoes out. I would have given 4.5 but given the options I chose the 5 star.
The BOA dials they used are cheap and really not a good representation of BOA for cycling shoes. For the price, these should've had IP1 BOAs, but instead they opted to use S2-SV which are complete trash. The dial is too thin to get a good grip, and it needs to be clicked in both directions, there's no instant release. The length of the wire on the BOA and design of the shoes are such that you have to remove the wire from the clip in order to get the shoe on and off. It's not realistic to pull these shoes on and tighten them up while standing because of this. This is a pretty major design flaw. About 50% of the time, the tongue will slip outside the upper on one side while putting them on. This is mostly a result of having to take the wire out and have the tongue flop out in order to get the shoe on. Another design flaw.
The shoes fit as comfortable as any comparable Sidi, Giro, or Shimano shoe. However, the design sucks. I have narrow feet with a high arch which, especially in the winter months, is a nightmare trying to get these on over heavy wool socks. The boas don’t release wide enough which has already caused me to partially break the heal cup down. Otherwise, once they are on my foot and clipped in, I don’t know that there’s a better shoe at this price point!
I got the Torch 3s and they look great … but the BOA system on this shoe is horrible. Why can’t they just pop up and loosen automatically? They are so hard to take off and loosen. May end up returning them. Oh. And then run very narrow.
The Torch 3.0 is a really nice shoe at a great price. I got these during the July 4th 20% off sale and very pleased with this purchase. I typically wear a size 10 shoe and went with a 43.5 for a comfy fit. One thing that I would recommend is upgrading the insert with Specialized specific inserts (I use the blue ones).
I've only ridden with these once, but out of the box I can feel they are of great quality. The stiffness is great and transfers to the pedals very well. The exterior is nice and cleans relatively good. The arch is interesting and I do feel better foot comfort with it. I originally discounted arches in cycling shoes, but now I'm reconsidering my ignorance. The major reason for my purchase was the dual boa's. They do allow for a more custom fit on the top of the foot compared to single boa or strap systems. With the dual boa & arch support, this Torch is better then my Sidi's.
I got these after using the Torch 1.0 shoes which I liked. These are much better, you can feel that they are lighter and stiffer, for me the fit is perfect, but they are not for you if you have wide feet. Its like having my feet directly connected to the pedals.
Runs a little big. Slim fit & light
I ordered a size 46. The shoe runs slightly larger, maybe 1/2 a size which is perfect for me. The shoe is also on the narrow side again which is fine for me as I do have a narrow foot.
I had an earlier version (comp) for many years it was finally time to replace them. The torch 3 fits me good and is very stiff
First pair of Specialized shoes and they are the best so far. Always liked Fizik cycling shoes and this time I changed to the Specialized Torch 3.0 cycling shoes and I feel so much better, my foot feels like it's part of my pedals as I cycle. Can't believe how much difference the Specialized Torch 3.0 shoes are on my ride and especially when I apply power in my riding. Just the best cycling shoe I've had in the last 6 years.
It fits & comfortable riding my bike
This is my first road shoe, but i do have flat mountain bike shoes from spesh, so I ordered a size 43 since I am 9.5us Rode with it for a week and it was not comfortable. Ordered a size 42.5, it felt great. My feet were at home with that size, got to return the size 43 with no hassle! Love specialized products and service
Since I'm a 9.5, I ordered size 43 which is the same as my specialized mountain bike shoes. Tried this shoe for a week and is was uncomfortable, ordered a 42.5 with a much better fit. Now my feet feels at home with these shoes! Returned the 43 with no hassle, love specialized products and service!
Bought these at the beginning of last season (2020). I have 4,500 miles (7,200 km) on them, almost evenly split between my road bike and my trainer bike. Bought them b/c I wanted more room in the toe box and did not need the extreme stiffness of the S-Works shoes. Very comfortable, well ventilated & stiff enough for my riding. You will need a toe cover and/or ""booties"" when the weather turns cool. The BOAs are very hard to operate with sweaty hands, as several reviewers have noted. I have found they have gotten better with use but still struggle once and a while. The ones on my old 2013 Specialized Comp shoes were much easier to use. But very pleased with this shoe so far.
The shoes are very durable, comfortable and lightweight
They work great with my indoor trainer. The less stiff platform feels the same as my s-works shoes. I like the placement of the boa laces and the front strap. It makes adjusting the shoe very easy. Would be too tight for a wide foot.
Unlike others I like the way you can micro adjust the boa's on the ride by just twisting the boa up or down. I have had these a couple of years now and they still look good. Would recommended them
Great fitting shoe, stiff sole, toe box works for me, but the boa dials are a pain in the rear end. Hard to grip and turn, and only work correctly off and on. Other than that, great shoe all around. Switched from Sidi after 20 years, they only make one model now in sizes 49 and up. I wear a Sidi 50 and Specialized 49.
Unless you have a narrow foot, don't bother. I have size 12.5 wide feet. My last pair of Specialized Comp size 47 fit perfectly. The Torch 3 shoes are made on a different last that is narrow. Disappointing that Specialized has changed their shoe last style. Waiting for the Torch 2 wide shoe to become available. The BOA system is not as easy to use as the old ratchet system. Otherwise the shoes seem nice and look like they would last a long time.
Excellent shoe. It fits nicely, runs true to size, and is vented to let out moisture. I will buy this shoe again.
These shoes are high quality and very comfortable! Nice quality. Nice product. The only suggestion would be to improve the BOA system. Tightening is fine but loosening can be a pain as the jobs just don't grab like they should and it makes it more difficult than it should be.
This is an excellent show that brings many of the high end features like 2 BOA adjustments and a balance between performance and enough comfort for long rides. I feel the solid transfer and responsiveness when I push down on the pedals. Great shoe for intermediate to advanced riders at a great value!
I've had a few pairs of specialized shoes now and these certainly didn't let me down. Really appreciate the design and aesthetics. I liked the idea of a bright color, but for my uses black is where it's at (which it turns out is more of a dark grey). I miss the older style mesh ventilation that my previous shoes had, but it seems like a well ventilated shoe so far on a couple of summer outdoor rides I've done. The boa dials work fine, and are easy enough to grip (although I do prefer the boa pop out dial to loosen system), just be sure not to butter your fingers before putting them on or off.
Fit as expected with nice sole and retaining system
I own a pair of Vans with the BOA system and love them.. the BOA system works differently on these shoes. The system tightens nicely but unlike the VANS sneakers which losses when the top of the knob is lifted up, making loosening effortless, these shoes are a bit challenging to take off if you fingers are sweaty after riding. Definitely need to muscle the knob to get these bad boys off. I would recommend but if you can find the old school three Velcro strap system you might be better off..
Great fit, excellent power transfer. Can see results. Only problem is top boa is not long enough. Need extensions. If you have an instep, then you will struggle to get show on. However, once on it's great!
Shoes are excellent!!! Light, comfortable. Only draw back is that lighter colored shoes gets dirty very easily. I have the Acid Lava color and after a short ride, the shoes got dirty. If you have wide feet, choose the wide option. Shoes can be tight. Otherwise, choose a dark color and enjoy the shoes
The power transfer is unreal. Need a shoe horn to squeeze into them but I once on, fit like a glove. Except for that awful BOA system.
I bought a pair of the Torch 3.0 shoes for myself and my wife for Christmas 2019. These were to replace my Specialized Comp shoes with the ratchet strap that I absolutely loved. We both have raced in Ironman and multiple other races. The Torch 3.0 is a great looking shoe and fits great and is very comfortable. The BOA dial is so low profile and the knurling on the dial is so small that you cannot get a grip on it to loosen the dial to take the shoe off. If you have any arthritis in your fingers, or your fingers are wet, you almost need a set of pliers to grip the dial to loosen the lace. It is EXTREMELY frustrating every time you lean over to take your shoes off after a long ride with sweaty or wet fingers. I wish they would have put a different BOA dial on the shoe that you can get a grip on or they still made the ratchet strap model.
Love the look of these shoes. I wear (13) in my regular shoes, so I'm looking for a (48) in white.
I've had these for about 6 months. I had the previous edition of these shoes and they were awesome. The Torch 3.0 fits well and is comfortable. My biggest complaint is the new Boa dials. They are really difficult to loosen, hard to grip and frustrating. The previous Boa's were much easier to use.
I had bought a pair of older used S-Works shoes that I wore into the ground and needed a replacement pair. I couldn't pull the trigger to make the financial commitment to buy a new paid of S-Works shoes, so after doing some research, I went with the Torch 3.0's. They have been great (used them fro about a month); stiff shoes, but still comfortable! They feel solidly built, so I'm not expecting durability to be a problem.
Amazingly secure slippas. Upgraded from Giros with a ratchet and these feel so snug on my heels. I have slightly wider feet so even somewhat thick wool socks are not an option or I'll get numb toes and hotspots. I truly HATE the BOAs on these. You have to manually crank backwards to release the line and the dial is impossible to grip. Maybe if you were a Tru Roadie living in very warm and dry temperatures it would be fine but with cold hands and wet dials, it's the absolute worst.
These shoes are amazing. After riding/ racing in many other high-end brands of shoes over the years, even past s-works shoes, per usual, I expected some time to get used to these. After first try on, the shoe felt like a slipper, so comfortable, and I have never had that happen before. The padding is perfect, and the stiffness, construction, and features are really high-end, making this an incredible shoe for the price. With a pretty standard size foot, I've always preferred a wider toe box, and these shoes nail that. True to size fit.