What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "I was skeptical about knit uppers on a cycling shoe, but the Empire E70 Knit totally changed my mind. They feel like my favorite running shoes—soft, breathable, and flexible—yet when clipped in, the carbon sole gives that stiff, efficient pedaling feel I want for long road rides. The lace-up fit is super adjustable and surprisingly secure."We love the Giro Empire E70 Knit Shoe because it blends modern knit technology with performance-driven design, making long rides more breathable and comfortable than ever. Giro brings this shoe to life with its engineered Xnetic Knit upper, giving us a sock-like feel that adapts to our foot shape without sacrificing support. The classic lace-up design looks sleek and lets us fine-tune the fit down to the millimeter. Beneath the breathable exterior is a high-performance Easton EC90 SLX carbon sole—ultra-stiff for maximum power transfer when we’re cranking up climbs or sprinting to the city line. The SuperNatural Fit Kit lets us dial in our arch support, and XT2 fibers keep things fresh even after a long day in the saddle. The result is a sleek road shoe that feels like a slipper, performs like a racer, and keeps our feet happy mile after mile.