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IMPORTANT NOTE: Lake discontinued the CX332 model and replaced it with CX333. You can check them out here.
In this Lake CX332 review, you will learn whether these road cycling shoes are worth your attention or if you should look elsewhere.
KEY TAKEAWAY
Lake CX332 are among the best premium road cycling shoes for people with wide feet. They can be heat-molded to maximize riding comfort and are available in different widths and colors. You might buy them from retailers who have old stock. Otherwise, I recommend checking out the CX333.
Lake CX332 Pros & Cons
I found the following pros & cons of Lake CX332.
Lake CX332 Pros
- Upper made from kangaroo leather
- Stiff yet comfortable
- Heat-moldable
- Available in 3 widths
- Available in multiple colors
- Available for 4-hole cleats
- 2 BOA dials for precise fastening
- Replaceable heel
Lake CX332 Cons
- They could be lighter (522g/pair, size 42)
- They could be better ventilated
- Sole curvature and thickness require compensating for the higher stack by increasing your saddle height
- No toe protection against scratches and toe overlap
Lake CX332 Summary
The Lake CX332 is a high-end road cycling shoe with the upper made from kangaroo leather.
The leather stretches around your feet over time, providing excellent comfort.
The fastening system consists of 2 BOA dials that provide a tight, precise fit. As a result, you won’t experience excessive pressure or hotspots on your forefoot.
You can also mold the carbon heel cups for an even better fit. I also recommend using cycling insoles.
The upper is perforated to provide ventilation, but it’s not as effective as on Giro Imperial shoes, for example.
The Lake CX332 shoes are perfect for riders with wide feet because they are available in 3 widths (standard, wide, and extra wide). See the sizing section for more info.
Another downside for some riders could be the sole curvature and thickness. If you are sensitive to your bike fit, you will need to adjust your saddle due to the increased stack.
They could also be lighter. Yes, they are lighter than most Sidi’s, but a weight under 500g/pair would be nice.
Lake CX332 Sizing
The following table shows the sizing for Lake CX301, CX302, CX332, and CX403 road cycling shoes.
| Shoe length | Width (mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mm* | EU | Regular | Wide | Extra Wide |
| 224.5 – 227 | 36 | 83 | ||
| 230.5 – 234 | 37 | 85 | ||
| 234.5 – 237 | 37.5 | 85 | ||
| 237.5 – 240 | 38 | 87 | ||
| 240.5 – 243 | 38.5 | 87 | ||
| 243.5 – 246 | 39 | 88 | 97.8 | 100.24 |
| 246.5 – 250 | 39.5 | 88 | 98.8 | 101.24 |
| 250.5 – 253 | 40 | 89 | 99.8 | 102.24 |
| 253.5 – 256 | 40.5 | 90 | 100.8 | 103.24 |
| 256.5 – 260 | 41 | 91 | 101.8 | 104.24 |
| 260.5 – 263 | 41.5 | 92 | 102.8 | 105.24 |
| 263.5 – 266 | 42 | 93 | 103.8 | 106.24 |
| 266.5 – 270 | 42.5 | 94 | 104.8 | 107.24 |
| 270.5 – 273 | 43 | 95 | 105.8 | 108.24 |
| 273.5 – 276 | 43.5 | 96 | 106.8 | 109.24 |
| 276.5 – 280 | 44 | 97 | 107.8 | 110.24 |
| 280.5 – 283 | 44.5 | 98 | 108.8 | 111.24 |
| 283.5 – 286 | 45 | 99 | 109.8 | 112.24 |
| 286.5 – 290 | 45.5 | 100 | 110.8 | 113.24 |
| 290.5 – 293 | 46 | 101 | 111.8 | 114.24 |
| 293.5 – 296 | 46.5 | 103 | 112.8 | 115.24 |
| 296.5 – 300 | 47 | 103 | 113.8 | 116.24 |
| 303.5 – 306 | 48 | 105 | 115.8 | 118.24 |
| 309.5 – 313 | 49 | |||
| 313.5 – 316.5 | 50 | 108 | 119.8 | 122.24 |
*Add +5mm to your measured length to get the correct shoe length.
Source
To choose the correct size, follow the Lake sizing guide.
Lake Road Cycling Shoes Lineup Explained
Lake offers multiple shoes (CX) ranging from entry-level to premium.
The CX1xx line starts at around $170. The upper of these shoes is made of Clarino Microfiber. They only have one BOA dial and a nylon sole and are not heat-moldable.
The CX2xx line ranges from around $240 to $380. These mid-range shoes feature 2 BOA dials, are lighter, have carbon soles, and are heat-moldable.
The CX3xx and 4xx lines are similar to the CX2xx line. I didn’t find many differences except for their lower weight and higher price, which range from $370 to $560.
Conclusion
Lake CX 332 are high-end road cycling shoes that you can heat-mold at home to ensure the best fit possible.
They are available in three widths and are popular among riders with wide feet.
With proper care, these shoes will last you for years, thanks to their Kangaroo leather upper. Furthermore, it stretches and wraps your feet like a glove, providing excellent comfort.
The only main disadvantages of these shoes are their higher price and worse ventilation compared to some alternatives.
They also have a higher stack because of the shoe curvature and sole thickness, so you will need to compensate for it with the saddle height.
Product picture source: lakecycling.com
