Galibier Aqua Chrono Aero Overshoe

Tell us what the product is for

Road cycling overshoe to protect from the rain for either racing or training.

Galibier says: "Cycling foot protection from slow air or road spray; for TT, training or Road racing in the rain.

Ideal for time trials, training, or racing in wet conditions, these shoe covers ensure your feet remain fast and dry.

The PU-coated lycra, which is both windproof and stretchy, is precisely tailored to snugly fit a road shoe. With ultraSonic welded seams and a spray-resistant sole, these overshoes are built for endurance. The external seams are taped for enhanced water resistance. Inside, the lycra is lined with a soft fleece, preventing skin irritation and enhancing insulation.

Our PU material has been specially treated four times to ensure waterproofing while retaining its elasticity. This meticulous process makes it a premium choice, ensuring superior performance. The design is zipless, providing a sleek fit around the shoe.

The silver reflective logo boosts visibility, and the silicone-sealed leg opening makes these overshoes perfect for wet races."

Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?

From Galibier:

Material: PU-coated lycra with soft fleece lining.

Design: Aerodynamic, zipless, and waterproof with reflective trim.

Usage: Specifically tailored for road cycling shoes.

Galibier lists these features:

Aerodynamic design

Weight: 123g (per pair)

Composition: 61% PA, 22% PU, 16% EA

Double flat thermo-taped stitching

Forward and spray rain protection

Road-specific sole design

Reinforced toe and heel areas

Sleek, stretchy finish

Reflective trim at the rear for safety

When riding during heavy rainfall I found that these overshoes did protect from the rain, but after a while I still had puddles in my shoes. I don't think this was from the material letting the water in but from the very generous holes for the cleats on the underside of the overshoe.

The material hasn't worn through from walking around or when stopped at junctions or lights, which, given how thin it is, is impressive.

The upper part of the material did not sit taut to my road shoes (Specialized S-Works Torch Roads) which I found annoying.

I tested out the S size overshoes with my size 41 road shoe, which is at the top end of what the size guide suggests (39-41). In general the sizing was fine, but the bagginess of the top of the overshoe, with a shoe at the top end of the size range, is not what I'd expect; it should be a lot more taut.

They're good value compared with some – but only if they fit your shoes better than they did mine.

How easy is the product to care for? How did it respond to being washed?

The overshoes wash well with no problems at all.

Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose

The material performed well in terms of waterproofing, but the cutouts in the sole seem to allow too much water in.

Tell us what you particularly liked about the product

The material was really robust and seemed to perform well in the rain.

Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product

The bagginess in the fit – but maybe this wouldn't occur on other models of road shoe.

How does the price compare to that of similar products in the market, including ones recently tested on road.cc?

The price of £28.33 is very reasonable; the Velotoze Silicone Shoe Covers are slightly less at £27.99 but nowhere near as robust, and some zipless options are a lot more, such as the BBB UltraWear Zipperless Shoe Covers at £65.99.

Use this box to explain your overall score

Although I was impressed with the performance of the material, I was less impressed with the baggy fit with my shoes and the too-generous cutouts. They're also a bit short for my liking, but that's a personal thing. The price is good, and they do offer some protection, so overall I think they're quite good, but they need some tweaking to score higher.