Giro

Empire Vr70 Knit Mtb Shoes

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"This is the most comfortable off-road shoe I’ve ridden in. The knit upper breathes better than anything else out there, and I love the ankle cuff for keeping out dust and pebbles. The EC70 carbon sole is stiff where I need it, and the Vibram tread grips when I'm off the pedals. It’s a perfect blend of comfort and performance."

The Giro Empire VR70 Knit Shoe redefines off-road cycling footwear by pairing cutting-edge knit construction with top-tier performance features. At its core is the engineered Xnetic Knit upper—a breathable and water-resistant knit design paired with a bonded TPU exoskeletal structure for long-lasting support and flex-free stability. It’s finished with a stretch-knit ankle cuff to seal out trail debris, and a rubber toe guard and reinforced heel for protection through rough terrain.

Power transfer is handled by the Easton EC70 carbon fiber sole, which is stiff enough for race pace efforts but still tuned for off-road compliance. Beneath that, a molded Vibram rubber outsole delivers sure-footed grip for scrambling over rock slabs or shouldering the bike on steep hike-a-bike sections. With cleat compatibility for 2-bolt mountain systems and accommodation for steel toe spikes, the VR70 is ready for anything from gravel epics to CX mudfests.

For trail riders, XC racers, and gravel grinders who want race-level stiffness and unmatched breathability without sacrificing hike-ability, the Empire VR70 Knit stands apart. It’s ideal for long technical routes, early-season races, and anyone looking to push their riding in comfort and control.