No, touring shoes are designed for 2-bolt cleat systems (SPD, crankbrothers, Time ATAC) and do not have the mounting holes for 3-bolt road cleats. If you want to use road pedals, you need road or gravel shoes with 3-bolt compatibility. Some gravel shoes offer both 2-bolt and 3-bolt mounting options, but dedicated touring shoes are 2-bolt only.
Cycling Shoes · Touring / Bikepacking Shoes
Can I use touring shoes with road pedals and 3-bolt cleats?
Related gear types
If this answer nudged you toward a different style, these guides compare specs and trade-offs.
Mountain Bike Clipless Shoes
$70 – $400
Rugged, walkable shoes with recessed cleats for off-road riding and hiking sections.
2-bolt cleat compatibilityrecessed cleat pocketlugged rubber outsole
Gravel / Cyclocross Shoes
$100 – $350
Versatile off-road shoes blending road efficiency with trail walkability for mixed-terrain riding.
2-bolt cleat compatibilitymoderate sole stiffnessaggressive tread for mud
Commuter / Urban Cycling Shoes
$60 – $200
Walkable, casual-looking cycling shoes designed for daily commuting and city riding.
recessed 2-bolt cleatflexible sole for walkingcasual styling
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