CHRIS CARMICHAEL: "Without a doubt, these are the best shoes I have ever worn. The fit is amazing and they are a perfect combination of lightweight and stiffness." - founder of Carmichael Training Systems

"Chris [Charmichael] loves his shoes. In fact, at least once a day he stops someone in the office to show off the shoes. He can't stop raving about them." -Jim Lehman (Note: Chris Carmichael is founder of CTS and coaches the big boys. Checkout: www.trainright.com)

"Just to bring you up to date....the shoes are great. I raced Lifetime Fitness last weekend. It was a solid result and has given me the confidence and motivation needed for the next 5 weeks [to prep for the 2004 Olympic Games]. The shoes had everyone asking... especially competitors! Thanks again for everything!" - Greg Bennett #1 ranked and Laura Reback #3 ranked World Class Triathletes

"I just got my new shoes today, they look awesome and feel great! Best shoes yet! Thanks guys!- Mike Creed (US Postal Pro)

"I just got back from China where I did a pretty big UCI stage race. Lots of Euros and all that. Anyway, things went really good and I ended up having the lead for five days and won the overall. So that was nice! First big pro win is always a good thing. I'm off to France for the Tour de l'Avenir at the end of the month. From l'Avenir I'll do a few more races in Europe then the World Championships in Italy to finish off the season. The shoes have been awesome so far. Thanks again! " - Phil Zajicek (Navigators Pro)

"Received the shoes and went riding with them today. Man, so nice to be back in them and not the N's. They fit even better this time and the direct set-up for Speedplay is sweet. Will have ample time to get used to them again before the next big race which is Tour of CT. Thanks so much!" - Drew Deters, Team Jelly Belly

"I got the shoes yesterday. I used them in a 100k today. They are great. Perfect fit. They are so light it is almost like riding barefooted." - Kent B

"Thanks! I rode 2 hours last night with my new shoes - they worked great - what's most impressive is that it feels like I get more power out of each pedal stroke, and with less effort! " - Patty H.

"Brian, I wanted to let you know of some recent exposure that your shoes have gotten through Carmichael Training Systems(CTS). Chris Charmichael is writing a book that is coming out this summer and I was the "model" (I use that term loosely) for the bike fit photos and I was wearing the R7 shoes in shoot. Also, we just shot three new training videos and your shoes will be prominent in those too. I also wanted to let you know that the shoes are wonderful and generate a great deal of interest at the camps." -Jim Lehman (Elite CTS Coach)

"Thanks for the help with the shoes! I love the shoes. If there's something else I can do to help you guys promote them please let me know. I might be old news but if there is something I can do, let me know." Kevin Monahan, 2003/2002 National Champion, Pro Crit.

"I just want to tell you guys how much I love my custom rocket 7 shoes. Over 15 years of cycling, I never realized that comfort and cycling shoes could be synonymous." - Jim M.

"I rode my new Rocket7 MTB's already a few hours and they really rock! Stiffness vs weight is amazing. I can feel the light weight the best during spinning when I pull my foot up." - Christoph

"Dean, the MTB shoes are all set up and they feel good. I don't think I'll have any problem getting used to them . I'll let you know how Malaysia goes when I get home. Thanks again." - Rolando

"Just want to say thanks again for the shoes. They are great!!! Far and away the most comfortable shoes I've ever used." - Jim Blattner

"The shoes arrived a week ago or so. I've mounted up the new Time Impact cleats and given them about five rides since I got back from Brazil (if you have time, check out my report on cyclingnews.com). They're sweet shoes- I'm totally pysched about them." - John L (Team 7up Pro)

"Just a quick note. The shoes are GREAT. Thanks a lot." - Paul S.

"Two years ago, my wife was really suffering with bicycling shoes that killed her feet - on her trainer she wore very soft tennis shoes - only thing that kept her from being miserable. She's always had bad feet. We saw your ads, and got your shoes. Immediate relief. After thousand of biking miles later, and a silver medal at Masters Nationals last year, we can without reservation say it was the best bicycling purchase we've made for her. Thanks, and keep your fingers crossed for Gold this year in Park City (but you never know - those 50 year old ladies are tough!)" Stephen E.

"Thank you very much for the help and especially the speed. The cost is no problem. The service you guys offer is just great and I'll never get another pair of shoes for that reason alone. Thanks again!" - Scott B.

"I have been using the new cycling shoes that you made for me for a little better than a month now and I am very happy with them. I have injured one of my big toes and I am still able to ride with the shoes. I am very impressed!!!" - Norris W.

"I received my new shoes today. Thank you - they look great. Much lighter than I ever imagined." - Gary B.

"I have done well over 1000 miles in my current [Rocket7] shoes and they are by far the best I have ever had, I don't think I could ever use normal shoes again." - Collin W.

"I am wearing the shoes right now (Triathlon Model)... I didn't get them for the Road Race this weekend, which I am now wishing I had because just in the weight savings alone I would have placed better... Anyway, the shoes feel great and I will get to offically break them in this weekend at the State Championship Time Trial." - David J.

"The shoes worked really well (at World Championships). I have to say that the custom footbed is just awesome! They were comfortable when I first put them on, but now they're like an extension of my body. It feels like my foot is connected directly to the pedal. The sole is super stiff, the footbed makes it fit better than a glove, and losing 3 ounces off each foot from my previous top of the line shoes makes me feel like I'm not wearing nothin' -- on my feet that is. I'm sure the shoes made the difference between the bronze medal I earned in the pursuit and the also-rans." - Mike E.

"If these shoes were in the Olympics they would score 10's for style, weight, and cool factor..." - Tom H.

"I received the shoes on Thursday and left for Manchester, England (World Championships) the next morning. They were definitely tight at first, but I figured they would break in and they did. To accelerate this, I wore them on the plane. Had a few days before racing and used this time to get the cleat position right. Used them for all events except for sprinting and have to say they are exceptional..." - Mark R.

"I received the shoes. They look great, work great and after a couple of workouts, I am quite please with my choice. I especially appreciate the security of the heel cup. The concept is just what I have dreamed about for ages. Eventually, I would like a couple of pairs for my road riding too. But for now, I want to focus on Masters World Track Championships." - Anton Q. (Flying 200m Record Holder)

"Thank you for the shoes!!!!! They are great. I rode them today on a long road ride 70 miles. They feel great. I went back to the track after my ride on Saturday and all of the Canadians were there doing the Sprints Districts. I showed them my Rocket7's and they all feel that the weight savings is a "no brainer". How much do people spend on light weight titanium bolts and stems? And light tires? Take away the custom fit, the weight savings alone make the shoes a "no brainer". Fact--- My first race on the shoes (with no adjustment to the cleats or saddle height) I increased my top end speed by nearly 2 mph! When you take away that much weight on each foot you can really spin up. I felt I had even more speed, but no room to pass! That must be the light shoes! - Woody C. (World Champion)

"The shoes have worked out great. I can't imagine riding anything else now! I'm on my way to Masters Nationals and will likely order another pair when I get back." - Jeff P. (Foot Surgeon)

"Could you make me a second identical pair of shoes? I've had great luck with my shoes - they've broken in well, and frankly need no changes... no pronation problems... nothing. I'm very happy" - Dan P.

"The shoes worked out great! Thank you VERY MUCH! I was a little apprehensive at first... but I decided to ride them in the Death ride right out of the box (what faith and desperation) After it warmed up on Ebbets, I could really start to appreciate the fit and incredible lightness of the shoes. In fact, the lightness makes you want to spin more having less mass to rotate. Your shoes could be described as a cycling "slipper". To your credit, as I stopped to stretch before Carson, I had my old shoes ready to go in case I had any hot spots, and I chose your shoes "hands down" for the rest of the ride. Your shoes were far better fitting and much more comfortable. Thanks!" - Jeff M.

"I got the shoes on Wednesday and got my first ride with them on Friday. I have about 15 hours in since then, and they fit great and are breaking in nicely, plus they have attracted a ton of attention and inquiries from local riders..." -Eric A.

"I got two rides in this weekend. The shoes are perfect. Absolutely no pain whatsoever. If anything, you could make the heel a pinch tighter on the next pair... but that seems like I'm nitpicking. Seriously, these are the best shoes I've ever had... and I have had a lot of shoes. Thanks again, I'll tell all my friends." -Dirk S.

"I looked for a custom bicycle shoe provider for some time and came across only a few. Rocket7, by far, had the most imformative website. Brian King was responsive to my interest and easy to get a hold of. The service of ordering and casting was customer friendly. I intend on ordering again." -Allen V.

"I received the shoes last night. I haven't tried them out on the bike, but they are very comfortable just trying them on." -Jason K.

"Just a quick note, I received the bike shoes last week. They look and fit great. I'm in the process of getting the cleats mounted and aligned. I should be on the road in the next couple of days. I'll let you know how they perform in a few days." -Gerard M.

"Rocket7 makes cycling shoes. I have a pair and they are totally worth the cost and Brian, the guy who owns the company, is very knowledgeable and responsive. They are in Puyallup, WA, but you can do the whole thing via mail order." -Wendy W.

"My son Erik says the shoes (size 17) are perfect. Thanks for the great job!" -Bruce W.

"I have riden 300 miles this week and the shoes are working out great. I have no hotspot on the ball of my foot anymore." -Mike D.

"I've been wearing my Rocket7 shoes for about 3 weeks now, averaging about 9 hours per week. I must say that I'm very pleased with the shoes. The fit was spot on from the very beginning. How are your plans coming for a cross/mountain bike shoe? I would be very interested in these too." -Scott S.

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