Take a classic cycling shoe and update it to meet today's technological demands - you now have the Giro Empire SLX Road Shoe.

Lightweight hi-tech performance meets classic style.

The Giro Empire SLX is a cutting edge cyclng shoe with a classic look. Weighing in at 175 grams the SLX has taken the crown of World's Lightest Production Cycling Shoe, dropping 55 grams over the Bont Zero+.

Features

A classic laced closure offers unrivaled fit adjustment.

New, highly breathable Evofiber SL microfiber upper for superb fit and comfort.

KDL Techno Laces: Holds a Knot, Durable, and Light

Easton EC90 SLfull carbon sole offers all the stiffness needed for everything from Grand Tours to Gran Fondos

Titanium cleat mounting hardware

Ultra-low 6.5mm stack height for a direct connection to the pedals.

Adjustable SuperNatural Fit footbed lets you fine-tune the fit and arch support, for an unmatched blend of performance and style.

Replaceable heel pads

Technologies

Giro's new Evofibre  SL upper, lighter carbon sole and titanium mounting hardware keep the weight incredibly low, but make no sacrifice to performance. In fact the Easton SLX2 unidirectional carbon fibre outsole boasts class-leading stiffness that transfers your pedaling power into forward motion with unparalleled effectiveness.

The Evofiber SL upper is simultaneously waterproof and breathable. Giro believe that a breathable upper is a far better coolong system than using vents simply because your foot tends to block vents and therefore limit their effectiveness while a breathable upper allows continuos airflow along with the help of added perforations.

The most noticeable feature are of course the laces. Giro say that along with a stunning classic look, laces also provide a superior tightening system with 14 points where adjustment can be made to create an effectively custom fit. Lace technology has come a long way since the lace up cycling shoes of 30 years ago. Giro use KDL Techno laces, developed for World Cup level Football Players, which are highly stretch resistant, durable and offer superior knot retention.

Whatever the merits of lacing versus straps or BOA type tighetening systems we think the Empire SLX is a stunning combination of cutting edge cycling shoe technology and timeless classic style that would add panache and performace to any ride

Specifications

Upper

One-piece upper design 

Premium evofiber sl breathable microfiber 

KDL techno laces

Outsole

Easton ec90 slx2 high-modulus carbon 

Titanium hardware 

Replaceable heel pads

Footbed

Ultralight supernatural fit kit with adjustable arch support 

Weight

175 grams (size 42.5)

Accessories

X-static antimicrobial fiber travel bag included