Giro Empire VR70 Knit Cycling Shoes for Men - Lightweight Road Bike Shoes with Breathable Knit Upper - Perfect for Road Racing & Long Distance Cycling

KNIT COMFORT MEETS ENGINEERED SUPPORT : You've seen knit technology in athletic footwear, but it's new to cycling because cycling shoes require a mix of supple comfort and stout performance that athletic shoes don't provide. The Empire E70 Knit features our proprietary Xnetic Knit upper, developed specifically for cycling with a TPU skeletal system and technical nylon core that creates the support you need to get the most out of your pedal stroke while remaining airy and supple, with sock-like comfort. Xnetic Knit is also DWR-treated for water repellency and easy cleaning, and the reinforced toe and heel areas enhance durability and abrasion resistance. When you combine Xnetic Knit with a genuine Easton carbon outsole, you get a powerful combination that's also a step forward in cycling shoe design. UPPER Engineered Xnetic Knit upper Bonded TPU skeletal support structure TPU-reinforced toe and heel DWR treated Empire Laces: hold a knot, durable and light OUTSOLE Easton EC70 carbon composite outsole Steel hardware Replaceable heel pads FOOTBED Molded EVA footbed with medium arch support WEIGHT 250 grams (size 42. 5)

ELITE PERFORMANCE AND MODERN STYLE: The benchmark in high-performance laced off-road cycling shoes, with legendary fit and knit technology inspired by modern athletic shoes

COMFORTABLE AND DURABLE: One-piece Xnetic Knit upper with a closed stretch-knit ankle cuff to keep debris out, reinforced with bonded TPU exoskeletal support structure and featuring a laced closure for supple-yet-supportive fit

ULTIMATE FIT ADJUSTMENT: Empire laces offer unrivaled fit adjustment, hold a knot securely and are the lightest closure system available

POWERFUL PEDALING WITH CONFIDENT FOOTING: Easton EC70 carbon composite outsole plate for optimal power transfer, with stainless steel hardware and a molded Vibram rubber high-traction lugged outsole for grip when you need it

CUSTOMIZABLE SUPPORT AND 2-BOLT CLEAT COMPATIBLE: Includes SuperNatural Fit Kit footbed with adjustable arch support to enhance comfort and pedaling performance, plus XT2 fiber top sheet to fight odor. Works with all 2-bolt pedal/cleat systems including Shimano SPD, Time ATAC, Crank Brothers, etc