About the Giro Empire Road Shoe The Empire™ continues to redefine the boundaries of high-performance cycling shoes with classic, laced comfort and style. The iconic laced closure offers seven points of fit adjustment for unrivalled adjustment and comfort and complements the perforated Teijin® premium microfiber upper that wraps to the contours of your foot like no other cycling shoe. The Easton® EC90 SLX carbon sole offers the light weight and stiffness needed for everything from Grand Tours to gran fondos, with ultra-low 6.5mm stack height for a direct connection to the pedals. And Giro\\\'s adjustable Supernatural Fit footbed lets you fine-tune the fit and arch support for an unmatched blend of performance and style. Key Features > Seamless one piece upper made from premium Teijin® Samo™ breathable microfiber with a lace closure > Light and stiff Easton® EC90 SLX carbon fibre outsole for optimal efficiency and power transfer > Giro\\\'s SuperNatural Fit Kit with adjustable arch support for personalized ergonomic comfort > Ultra-lightweight construction - only 225g per shoe (size 42)