Giro

Empire Road Cycling Shoes - Women's

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I switched to the Empire Shoe for its simplicity and got hooked on the ride feel. The laces distribute pressure perfectly and the EC90 carbon sole is ultra-stiff, which really shines during hard climbs and sprints. Add in the custom footbed and it's a high-performance package that doesn’t need dials or straps."

The Giro Empire Shoe proves that traditional design still has a place at the front of the pack. With a lace-up closure offering seven-point adjustability, it provides a personalized fit that dials in comfort like no other system. The one-piece Teijin microfiber upper is soft, breathable, and engineered for all-day comfort in peak-season conditions.

Performance is where the Empire truly excels. The Easton EC90 SLX carbon sole keeps weight to a minimum while delivering best-in-class stiffness and a direct pedal connection with a 6.5mm stack height. Underfoot, the SuperNatural Fit Kit offers adjustable arch support, accommodating different foot shapes for optimal efficiency and comfort. This shoe is compatible with all 3-bolt road cleats and excels across training rides, competitive race days, and everything in between.