Giro Imperial Road Shoes Black

The Giro Imperial Road Shoes are full-featured, lightweight shoes. Designed to rival minimalistic designs, the Imperial's are seriously lightweight, tipping the scales at 215g (per shoe), while still retaining all the comfort features that similarly lightweight models simply can't offer. 

Synchwire Upper

Synchwire is a vented and reinforced upper offering incredible airflow without negatively affecting the structural integrity of the Giro Imperial. It is a stitch-less two-part construction, with an external layer composed of thermo-bonded film for incredible durability, and an internal layer offering unrivalled power transfer and breathability thanks to a non-woven sheet and mono-filament mesh.

BOA IP-1 Dials

BOA IP-1 Dials offer a unique, micro-adjustable fit to ensure you always have the right fit. The result? Incredible power transfer, whilst weight is minimalised thanks to the lack of traditional laces. All up, the IP-1 offers microfine adjustability (1mm increments) to ensure your feet are more comfortable, for longer!

EASTON EC90 SLX2 Carbon Outsole

The EASTON EC90 carbon outsole features high modulus carbon to provide unparalleled stiffness without increasing weight unnecessarily. Giro have engineered the EASTON EC90 to have a flat perimeter, thus enabling your foot to better conform to the shoes upper. As a result, expect class-leading stiffness, and your most comfortable ride yet!

The Imperial's Synchwire upper is designed to conform to your foot for ultimate comfort. Not only does this result in greater power transfer, it also results in a more even spread of force, reducing the occurrence of numbness, hotspots and foot cramps. With the Synchwire upper conforming to your foot, the Giro Imperial Road Shoes feel like a natural extension of your foot. As a result of the tight fit, you may expect the Imperial's to turn into sweatboxes on hot days. However, you couldn't be further from the truth! The Synchwire upper features two layers to ensure efficient power transfer and conformity to your foot, while still providing excellent sweat-wicking properties and an internal channel to direct airflow over your feet, regardless of your speed or cadence.

The use of BOA IP-1 dials means you can adjust your shoes as your pedal, ensuring you're always hitting peak performance Indeed, the BOA system provides micro-adjustability to provide you with the most comfortable ride, while the BOA system itself saves significant weight when compared to a traditional lace-up shoe. When combined with Giro's SuperNatural Fit System, you can ride assured knowing that your feet are experiencing an enhanced fit thanks to the correct arch support and glove-like fit of the Giro Imperial. As a consequence, your pedalling efficiency will soar to new heights, while common cycling ailments, such as hotspots and cramping will become a thing of the past! 

All of the technology on offer in the Giro Imperial Road Shoes is great, however, without the unique and lightweight EASTON EC90 SLX2 Carbon Outsole. Indeed, the EASTON EC90 offers an unrivalled stiffness to weight ratio, resulting in maximum power transfer. While the outsole features Teijin TPU for increased structural support where you need it, as well as a flat perimeter edge to ensure your foot is always comfortable - this allows it to conform naturally to the shoe's upper for a glove-like fit.

With the Giro Imperial Road Shoe's ultra-stiff and lightweight construction, you're offered unrivalled support and efficiency in your pursuit of speed. While the conforming, and uber-comfortable fit ensures you can keep going, mile after mile. Always at the forefront of the lightweight revolution, the Giro Imperial Road Shoes are here to conquer anything you might throw at them.

Features

• One-Piece, multilayered Synchwire upper with BOA IP-1 Dials for a glove-like fit
• Reflective Heel Tab 
• EASTON EC90 SLX2 High Modulus Carbon Plate with Teijin TPU for increased structural support 
• SuperNatural Fit System offers adjustable arch support for increased comfort and reduction of riding based ailments and injuries
• Intended use: road racing

Specifications

• Weight: 215g (size 42)
• Sizes: 41-48