Giro

Imperial II Cycling Shoe - Men's

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I've raced and trained in the Imperial II and the SYNCHWIRE knit upper wraps the foot in a way that feels more like a high-end sock than a cycling shoe — no pressure points, no break-in period. The dual BOA L2 dials let me fine-tune fit across two zones before a ride and adjust on the fly, and the forged UD carbon sole is as stiff and direct as anything I've ridden."

Race shoes should feel like an extension of the foot rather than something strapped to it, and the Giro Imperial II Cycling Shoe gets closer to that ideal than most. When the pace lifts and every pedal stroke matters, this shoe stays precise, comfortable, and completely out of the conversation so the focus can stay on the effort.

Giro built the Imperial II around a one-piece SYNCHWIRE™ knit upper that conforms to the foot with a sock-like fit, delivering breathability and structure simultaneously without the seams or panels that create pressure points over long efforts. TPU reinforcement adds targeted durability without disrupting the seamless feel. Dual BOA® L2 dials provide independent adjustment across two zones for a fit that can be dialed in before the ride and tweaked without stopping. The SuperNatural Fit Kit footbed offers adjustable arch support so the shoe can be configured to the individual foot, and the Giro-designed forged UD carbon fiber outsole delivers an uncompromising stiffness platform that transfers every watt cleanly through a 3-bolt cleat interface. At 7.8 ounces per shoe, the Imperial II sits at the very top of the lightweight road shoe category.