Pro Spec (tacular) 2.0: Ken Block's new DC race kicks.

While over the past week, Mr. Block has been a bit more focused on getting the MWRT Ford Fiesta dialed in for its maiden gravel race at 100 Acre Wood this weekend, today he will also be breaking in a fresh new pair of DC Shoes Pro Spec 2.0s. Ones that just happen to match his Alpinestars suit and the Fiesta's livery (a total coincidence, we swear!).

The Pro Spec 2.0 is a new driving shoe from DC. "When creating the concept for this shoe, I wanted to make it something that was not only functional, but looked more like a skate shoe," says Ken Block. To achieve this, the Pro Spec 2.0 still offers a rolled heel to allow for proper pedal modulation, but has the appearance of a thick sole. But don't let it fool you, despite the profile of this shoe, the actual sole is still very flexible allowing great pedal feel, while still staying streamlined enough to prevent getting caught up when tap dancing across the three pedals. While the Pro Spec 2.0 is not FIA homologated like the Pro Spec 1.0, it is still legal in most racing series, including Rally America. Plus, it's half the price, weighing in at an affordable $100.

The MWRT Livery edition Spec 2.0 will be available soon, but for those who can't wait, or would prefer to be slightly more subtle in good ol' black, check out the Pro Spec 2.0s now at the DC Store.

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