Lake Cycling CX242 - Regular | Reflective Silver / Grey Microfiber

Specifications

• Model: CX242 (Regular)
• Discipline: Road
• Upper: Segmented six-zone construction for hard-to-fit feet, with NuFoam padding
• Support: Carbitex carbon fiber stabilizer panels
• Outsole: Full carbon fiber sole
• Closure: Dual BOA Li2 dials
• Last: Competition (wider base platform, increased toe pitch and heel lift, tighter heel)
• Cleat Compatibility: 3-bolt road (Shimano SPD-SL, Look, and compatible)
• MPN: Verify per size at intake

FAQ

How does the Lake CX242 fit bunions and hard-to-fit feet?

The Lake CX242 uses a segmented upper of six independent zones, so support is distributed across separate panels rather than one continuous closure path. That reduces pressure across the instep and lets the shoe wrap around bunions, bony prominences, and difficult foot shapes that a one-piece upper would press on. It is the road shoe Lake built specifically for feet that other shoes fail.

How does the Lake CX242 feel compared to the CX239?

The CX242 may feel less aggressively locked-in across the top of the foot than the CX239, and that is intentional. Lake prioritizes adaptability and all-day comfort here over a race-tight wrap, which is what makes the segmented upper work for sensitive pressure zones and hard-to-fit feet.

Is there a Wide version of the Lake CX242?

Yes. This is the Regular width, built on the Competition last whose wider base platform already improves stability without fitting like a traditional wide shoe. Lake also offers the CX242 in a dedicated Wide. If you are between sizes or want extra room, Lake suggests sizing up half to a full size.

What cleats does the Lake CX242 use?

The Lake CX242 uses a standard 3-bolt road cleat pattern compatible with Shimano SPD-SL, Look, and similar road pedal systems.

Sizing Chart

Lake road shoes run in EU sizing across an unusually broad range. Use Lake's Fit Tools at lakecycling.com to confirm your EU size; over 80 percent of Lake buyers found their correct fit with the size tool. If you are between sizes or prefer extra room, Lake suggests sizing up half to a full size. This listing is the Regular width.

Best For

Road riders with bunions, high insteps, wide forefeet, or other hard-to-fit needs who have tried multiple brands and still want full carbon stiffness without the pressure points of a conventional race shoe.