Lake Cycling Shoes is the Leader in Premium Cycling Shoes since 1982 Founded in Evanston, Illinois in 1982, Lake is a brand with a industrious history. Having created the industry’s first foam insole, first wicking liner, first mountain bike specific shoe, first winter cycling boot, and the first custom moldable carbon sole, molding the foundation of the cycling shoe industry as we know it today. Lake's mission is to create premium cycling shoes that are innovative, made with the highest quality materials, and superior comfort, while maintaining cutting edge technology.