Stylish, protective shoes haven't really been an option for female riders, but Shift has changed that with the Curve shoe. While they might look as fashionable as basketball shoes they offer much more in safety.
A reinforced interior midsole adds additional strength in the area contacting the foot pegs, and lateral plastic ankle protection aids in impact and abrasion resistance. Further protective qualities like a TPU injected heel reinforcement and extra rubber on the toe area provide additional strength and grip during shifting.