S-Works Torch
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On Your Feet And Off The Front
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Since 1974, we've had one goal: Innovate and inspire to improve riders' lives.
Innovate or Die. Three words behind every design decision we make.
Bikes are part of a greater culture with tremendous stories. This is where you'll find them.
We recognize that the decisions we make have social and environmental impacts and that we are responsible for minimizing them.
Helping riders make data-driven decisions to improve the ride.
The Specialized Foundation uses cycling as a tool for children to achieve academic, health, and social success.
On Your Feet And Off The Front
S-Works shoes are the winningest cycling footwear in history, racking up thousands of pro races (including five of the last seven Men’s UCI World Championships). The S-Works Torch is the latest evolution of this legacy. Using the Body Geometry method and data science, we crafted a shoe so thoughtfully that you’ll forget you’re wearing it.
The development of the S-Works Torch started over two decades ago with the question, “How can we improve the body-to-bike connection?” In 1997 we developed Body Geometry to identify a problem, solve it through design, and validate it with science. The result? Extra power, hold the pain.
With a 1.5mm built-in Varus Wedge, Body Geometry shoes stabilize the natural movement of your foot and improve foot, knee, and hip alignment, which increases power output and adds an average of 10 seconds to your time to exhaustion during maximum efforts.
Body Geometry shoes are designed with patented, molded arch support in the outsole to create a riding structure to prevent foot collapse, increasing power and efficiency.
By lifting and separating the bones of the forefoot, our Metatarsal Button prevents impinging and compressing nerves and arteries so you can have a snug fit for efficiency, but say goodbye to numbness and “hot foot”.
1 VARUS WEDGE
2 LONGITUDINAL ARCH
3 METATARSAL BUTTON
4 ZONAL REINFORCEMENT
5 ASYMMETRICAL HEEL CUP
6 REROUTED S3 BOA® SYSTEM PLACEMENT
7 NEW CARBON BASE PLATE
8 INTERNA: I-BEAN REINFORCEMENT
Guided by more than 100,000 foot scans from our RETÜL fit data, we recognized that both a standard and a wide plate would best serve the spectrum of human foot shapes. So that’s what we did, reengineering two new carbon base plates that are 4mm and 7mm wider than the S-Works 7, respectively.
The plates’ new “pie crust” edging shape reduces flex and eliminates bulky material buildup around the perimeter of the plate for a streamlined construction. An internal I-Beam adds stiffness and strength, eliminating the need for additional bracing. The result is a 20-gram weight reduction, enhanced efficiency, and immediate power transfer.
Following RETÜL biomechanical data, we created an asymmetric heel cup that supports natural knee alignment and delivers the positive hold riders love while enhancing comfort by accommodating more room for the Achilles heel.
S-Works shoes are the winningest cycling footwear in history, racking up thousands of pro races (including five of the last seven Men’s UCI World Championships). The S-Works Torch is the latest evolution of this legacy. Using the Body Geometry method and data science, we crafted a shoe so thoughtfully that you’ll forget you’re wearing it.
The development of the S-Works Torch started over two decades ago with the question, “How can we improve the body-to-bike connection?” In 1997 we developed Body Geometry to identify a problem, solve it through design, and validate it with science. The result? Extra power, hold the pain.
With a 1.5mm built-in Varus Wedge, Body Geometry shoes stabilize the natural movement of your foot and improve foot, knee, and hip alignment, which increases power output and adds an average of 10 seconds to your time to exhaustion during maximum efforts.
Body Geometry shoes are designed with patented, molded arch support in the outsole to create a riding structure to prevent foot collapse, increasing power and efficiency.
By lifting and separating the bones of the forefoot, our Metatarsal Button prevents impinging and compressing nerves and arteries so you can have a snug fit for efficiency, but say goodbye to numbness and “hot foot”.
Guided by more than 100,000 foot scans from our RETÜL fit data, we recognized that both a standard and a wide plate would best serve the spectrum of human foot shapes. So that’s what we did, reengineering two new carbon base plates that are 4mm and 7mm wider than the S-Works 7, respectively.
The plates’ new “pie crust” edging shape reduces flex and eliminates bulky material buildup around the perimeter of the plate for a streamlined construction. An internal I-Beam adds stiffness and strength, eliminating the need for additional bracing. The result is a 20-gram weight reduction, enhanced efficiency, and immediate power transfer.
Following RETÜL biomechanical data, we created an asymmetric heel cup that supports natural knee alignment and delivers the positive hold riders love while enhancing comfort by accommodating more room for the Achilles heel.
The S-Works Torch replaces the S-Works 7. The Torch carries forward a traditional fit with a classic, elegant design. It is crafted with supple materials and is built for an enhanced foot to pedal feel. In comparison, the S-Works Ares provides a more locked-down fit for explosive power.
Yes, the carbon baseplate is optimized for stiffness while being 20 grams lighter than the S-Works 7.
We’ve replaced Dyneema® with an in-house material packet that uses a sandwich of different materials in specific zones. These new materials are more supple and adaptable, providing riders the needed support with added comfort.
The baseplate of the S-Works Torch is subtly wider than the S-Works 7. The S-Works Torch features a more asymmetrical design where the upper is a bit lower over your smaller toes, which helps create a close-to-foot feeling. The length is identical, but the ball width is slightly longer. Riders who have wider feet may want to try a half size down if they’ve previously been sizing up to add width. The S-Works Torch is available in a standard and wide fit.
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