Abstract: A bike show is formed with a recess in the sole of the shoe. The recess is defined by front and rear walls transverse to an inwardly and upwardly spaced base, with the recess extending from the opposite sides of the sole forming a channel. The front and rear walls of the recess are spaced apart a distance generally equal to the width of a bike pedal to provide a stable seat for the pedal inside the recess. The recess is located so that the center of the recess is aligned with the center of the ball of the foot of the bike rider when the rider is wearing the bike shoe, for maximum transfer of power from the bike rider to the pedal of the bike.