GIRO ROAD SHOES
Imperial
-215g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction: ONE-PIECE SYNCHWIRE UPPER DESIGN WITH SOFT LACE GUIDES, TEIJIN® WELDED SL MONOFILAMENT MESH
Closure System: TWIN BOA® IP1 DIALS FEATURING 1 MM +/- MICRO ADJUSTMENT AND INCREMENTAL RELEASE
Footbed:
SUPERNATURAL FIT KIT WITH ADJUSTABLE ARCH SUPPORT, XT2® ANTI-MICROBIAL FIBER TOP SHEET
Outsole: EASTON® EC90™ SLX2 HIGH-MODULUS CARBON, STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE, REPLACEABLE HEEL PADS
Sizes: 39-48 EU (with half sizes between 42.5-45.5)
GIRO IMPERIAL REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Excellent fit
- Excellent adjustability
- Very light
- Quality materials that will last/durable
- Comfortable
- Support
- Excellent ventilation (not the best for very cold days though)
- Style/design
Cons
- High price
- Some reviewers noted that their heel can lift at times
Empire SLX
-185g per shoe (Size 42.5 with ultralight footbed)
Upper Construction: ONE-PIECE UPPER DESIGN, PREMIUM EVOFIBER SL BREATHABLE TEIJIN MICROFIBER UPPER
Closure System: EMPIRE LACES
Footbed:
ULTRALIGHT SUPERNATURAL FIT KIT WITH ADJUSTABLE ARCH SUPPORT, XT2® ANTI-MICROBIAL FIBER TOP SHEET
Outsole: EASTON® EC90™ SLX2 HIGH-MODULUS CARBON, TITANIUM STEEL HARDWARE, REPLACEABLE HEEL PADS
Sizes: 39-48 EU (Half sizes between 39.5-46.5)
GIRO EMPIRE SLX REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Good ventilation
- Super lightweight
- Spare laces
- Very stiff
- Design/Looks
Cons
- No cleat adjustment built into the outsole
Prolight Techlace
-150g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
TEIJIN WELDED SL MONOFILAMENT MESH
Closure System: TECHLACE PRO RETENTION LACES/STRAP SYSTEM
Footbed:
PROLIGHT FOOTBED, PROLIGHT SUPERNATURAL FIT KIT WITH ADJUSTABLE ARCH SUPPORT, XT2 ANTI-MICROBIAL FIBER TOP SHEET
Outsole:
TEXTREME ADVANCED CARBON FIBER OUTSOLE, TITANIUM HARDWARE
Sizes: 39-48 EU (with half sizes between 39.5-45.5)
GIRO PROLIGHT TECHLACE REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Extremely light
- Comfortable
- Very good ventilation
- Adjustable insoles
- Stiff sole
- Adjustability
- highly pliable upper
Cons
- Poor heelpad durability
- Minimal structural support in the uppers
- Cleat threads not adjustable
- Price
Factor Techlace
-210g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
ONE-PIECE UPPER DESIGN, PREMIUM EVOFIBER SL BREATHABLE TEIJIN MICROFIBER UPPER
Closure System: TECHLACE + BOA IP1 DIAL (1 MM +/- WITH MACRO RELEASE)
Footbed:
SUPERNATURAL FIT KIT WITH ADJUSTABLE ARCH SUPPORT, XT2 ANTI-MICROBIAL FIBER TOP SHEET
Outsole:
EASTON EC90 SLX2 HIGH-MODULUS CARBON, STEEL HARDWARE
REPLACEABLE HEEL WALKING PADS
There is also a women's version called the Factress Techlace
Sizes: 39-48 EU (Half sizes between 39.5-46.5)
GIRO FACTOR TECHLACE REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Easy to adjust on the go
- Price
- Better solution than laces alone
Cons
- Not the stiffest
- Looks are divisive
Empire ACC
-215g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
ONE-PIECE UPPER DESIGN, PREMIUM EVOFIBER BREATHABLE MICROFIBER UPPER
Closure System: EMPIRE LACES
Footbed:
SUPERNATURAL FIT KIT WITH ADJUSTABLE ARCH SUPPORT, XT2 ANTI-MICROBIAL FIBER TOP SHEET
Outsole:
EASTON EC90 ACC CARBON FIBER OUTSOLE, STEEL HARDWARE, REPLACEABLE HEEL PADS
There is also a women's version called the Empire ACC W
Sizes: 39-48 EU (Half sizes between 39.5-46.5)
GIRO EMPIRE ACC REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Excellent fit
- Laces are comfortable
- Very comfortable shoes
- Stylish/classy but understated design
- Lightweight
- Stiff carbon sole
Cons
- Narrow fit/toe box
- Sizing comes up small – try before you buy
- One reviewer found that his heel can slip
Empire
-225g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
ONE-PIECE UPPER DESIGN, PREMIUM TEIJIN® SAMO™ BREATHABLE MICROFIBER UPPER
Closure System: EMPIRE LACES
Footbed:
SUPERNATURAL FIT KIT WITH ADJUSTABLE ARCH SUPPORT (HIGH, MEDIUM AND LOW), XT2® ANTI-MICROBIAL FIBER TOP SHEET
Outsole:
EASTON® EC90™ SLX CARBON FIBER, STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE,
REPLACEABLE HEEL WALKING PADS
There is also a women's version called the Empire W and an Empire model designed for wide feet called the Empire HV
Sizes: 39-50 EU (Half sizes between 42.5-45.5)
Regime
-265g per shoe (Size 42)
Upper Construction:
ONE-PIECE SYNCHWIRE UPPER WITH THERMO-BONDED EXO-STRUCTURE, LASER-PERFORATED VENTILATION THROUGHOUT
Closure System: DUAL BOA® L6 DIALS FEATURING 1MM ADJUSTMENT AND MACRO RELEASE, WITH STEEL LACE AND SOFT LACE GUIDES
Footbed:
3D MOLDED FOOTBED WITH MEDIUM ARCH SUPPORT
Outsole:
CARBON-COMPOSITE
-There is also a women's version called the Regime W
Sizes: 39-50 EU (half sizes between 42.5-45.5)
Empire E70 Knit
-250g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
ENGINEERED XNETIC KNIT UPPER,
BONDED TPU SKELETAL SUPPORT STRUCTURE,
TPU-REINFORCED TOE AND HEEL,
DWR TREATED
Closure System: EMPIRE LACES
Footbed:
MOLDED EVA FOOTBED WITH MEDIUM ARCH SUPPORT
Outsole:
EASTON EC70 CARBON COMPOSITE OUTSOLE,
STEEL HARDWARE,
REPLACEABLE HEEL PADS
There is also a women's version called the Empire E70 Knit W
Sizes: 39-50 EU (Half sizes between 39.5-46.5)
GIRO EMPIRE E70 KNIT REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Look fantastic
- Ventilation
- Very comfortable
- Lighweight
Cons
- Colour choices
Trans BOA
-265g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
BREATHABLE MICROFIBER AND MESH UPPER,
OFFSET LOWER STRAP AND OFFSET D-RING
Closure System: BOA® L6 (1MM + WITH MACRO RELEASE) RETENTION WITH PREMIUM COVER
Footbed:
MOLDED EVA FOOTBED WITH MEDIUM ARCH SUPPORT
Outsole:
EASTON EC70 CARBON COMPOSITE OUTSOLE,
STEEL HARDWARE,
REPLACEABLE HEEL PADS
There is also a Trans BOA model designed for wide feet called the Trans BOA HV and there is also a women's version called the Espada BOA
Sizes: 39-50 EU (Half sizes between 39.5-46.5)
GIRO TRANS BOA REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Same Easton EC70 carbon as more expensive Giro shoes (stiff carbon sole)
- Excellent heel retention
- Secure fit
- Easily adjustable
- Supportive insoles
Cons
- Upper is a little stiff around the sides of the foot
Cadet
-265g per shoe (Size 42)
Upper Construction:
ONE-PIECE SYNCHWIRE UPPER WITH THERMO-BONDED EXO-STRUCTURE, LASER-PERFORATED VENTILATION THROUGHOUT
Closure System: BOA® L6 FIT SYSTEM WITH A VELCRO STRAP
Footbed:
DIE-CUT EVA FOOTBED WITH MEDIUM ARCH SUPPORT
Outsole:
CARBON FIBER REINFORCED OUTSOLE
There is also a women's version called the Cadet W
Sizes: 39-50 EU
Savix
-310g per shoe (Size 42)
Upper Construction:
HIGH-QUALITY - BREATHABLE MICROFIBER UPPER
Closure System: BOA® L6 (1MM + WITH MACRO RELEASE) RETENTION WITH LOWER STRAP
Footbed:
DIE-CUT INSOLES
Outsole:
INJECTED NYLON OUTSOLE WITH UNIVERSAL CLEAT MOUNT (2- OR 3-BOLT)
There is also a women's version called the Savix W and a Savix model designed for wide feet called the Savix HV
Sizes: 39-50 EU
GIRO SAVIX REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- BOA dial
- Comfortable
- Breathable
- Good Fit
Cons
- Heel pads wear fast
- Sole is a little flexible
Stylus
-272g per shoe (Size 42)
Upper Construction:
ONE-PIECE SYNCHWIRE UPPER WITH THERMO-BONDED EXO-STRUCTURE, LASER-PERFORATED VENTILATION THROUGHOUT
Closure System: THREE COMPRESSION-MOLDED HOOK-AND-LOOP STRAPS
Footbed:
DIE-CUT EVA FOOTBED WITH MEDIUM ARCH SUPPORT
Outsole:
INJECTION-MOLDED NYLON AND GLASS FIBER OUTSOLE
There is also a women's version called the Stylus W
Sizes: 39-50 EU
Apeckx II
-275g per shoe (Size 42.5)
Upper Construction:
HIGH-QUALITY, BREATHABLE, WELDED AND BONDED UPPER
Closure System: STRONG AND SECURE RATCHETING N-1 BUCKLE CLOSURE AND N-2 STRAP (REPLACEABLE)
PRESSURE-RELIEVING OFFSET MID-FOOT STRAP AND LOWER STRAP
Footbed:
MOLDED EVA FOOTBED WITH MEDIUM ARCH SUPPORT
Outsole:
INJECTED NYLON OUTSOLE WITH UNIVERSAL CLEAT MOUNT (3-BOLT)
There is also a Apeckx II model designed for wide feet called the Apeckx II HV
Sizes: 39-48 EU
GIRO APECKX II REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Price
- Comfortable
- Snug fit
- Fairly stiff sole
- Style
Cons
- A little on the heavy side
Techne
-279g per shoe (Size 42)
Upper Construction:
SYNTHETIC UPPER,
BREATHABLE MESH UPPER
Closure System: CLASSIC 3-STRAP DESIGN
Footbed:
DIE-CUT INSOLES
Outsole:
INJECTED NYLON OUTSOLE WITH UNIVERSAL CLEAT MOUNT (2- OR 3-BOLT)
There is also a women's version called the Techne W
Sizes: 39-50 EU
GIRO TECHNE REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Solid construction
- Comfortable
- Adequate sole stiffness (except for powerful efforts)
- Quick and easy closure
- Good breeze for your toes
- Colour options
Cons
- Can get warm around the heel
- Can mark easily
