I have the Road Shoe XLC tried the same when he arrived after a quick delivery as usual Amazon. I was skeptical at first because of the reviews, if I should order my shoes or not, and especially in their size. I wear 38 and ordered him in 38 .... not too small, not too big ... watch out! Also I feel, contrary to other opinions here, not that the shoe "stinks". It's not leather, so it smells slightly synthetic. But that's no problem. And the test drive today the shoes have passed! Drive it with Shimano SPD Cleats SM-SH 51 strong buy recommendation ... for the price sb case!