Giro

Empire Road Cycling Shoes - Women's

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I’ve been riding the Empire Shoe for years now and still love the way the laces let me fine-tune my fit. It’s super light, super stiff, and has the kind of direct connection to the pedals that makes every watt count. I especially appreciate the EC90 carbon sole when climbing, and the Teijin upper molds perfectly to my foot over time."

We trust our gear to deliver whether we’re hammering out intervals or cruising long-distance gran fondos, and the Giro Empire Shoe never lets us down. Giro builds this classic-laced road shoe with modern race-day tech to give us a shoe that’s as stylish as it is performance-focused. The laces offer micro-adjustment across the foot for a locked-in, glove-like fit, and the minimalist silhouette looks clean on and off the bike.

Underfoot, the Easton EC90 SLX carbon sole delivers best-in-class stiffness with an ultra-low stack height that maximizes power transfer. The premium Teijin microfiber upper wraps the foot in breathable comfort, while the SuperNatural Fit footbed with adjustable arch support means we can tune fit for all-day performance. Whether we’re chasing PRs, joining weekend rides, or jumping into crit season, the Empire gives us the pro feel we crave.