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Empire ACC Limited Shoes - Men's

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Clipless mountaineering boots.

Made from a single piece of waxed cowhide, Giro's Empire ACC Limited Shoes are reminiscent of mountaineering boots of old. Even the laces are designed to resemble the paracord laces adopted by adventurers for serious bushwhacking applications. The rugged looks aren't just pageantry, though; they're based on the original Empire ACC platform, which were hard enough to carry Phinney from Paris to Roubaix. In fact, with a real cowhide upper and a full complement of riveted D-rings instead of just lace holes, these limited editions are even more durable.


While replacing the usual hook-and-loop straps and ratcheting fasteners with more pedestrian shoe laces initially felt like a gimmick, putting them on and turning the cranks in anger felt, well, it felt right. The laces are like 550 paracord in more than looks. They're sturdy and they don't stretch or deform. This rigidity puts a lot of stress on the lace holes, so Giro normally reinforces the top two holes with grommets; however, as mentioned above, these limited edition Empires get every hole replaced with D-rings.


The ultralight and ultra-stiff EC90 ACC Carbon Sole comes courtesy of Giro's sister company, Easton, and is compatible with three-hole cleats. One of the stiffest soles in the industry, it features a low 6.5mm stack height that puts your foot to the pedal so you can put power into the road with the same efficiency as Phinney on the stones.


The odor- and bacteria-resistant SuperNatural Fit Kit insoles are interchangeable to accommodate for different amounts of arch support, a feature that any cyclist who has had to pull over and massage hot spots out of his feet will appreciate. A little loop on the tongue secures the laces once they're tied, so they won't be flapping merrily in the breeze and getting stuck in your chain ring.


Details

  • Durable, water-resistant waxed cowhide upper
  • Easton ACC carbon sole for pro-level power transfer
  • Non-stretch laces provide seven contact points for perfect fit
  • Supernatural fit kit includes customizable arch support
  • Tongue loop holds laces for Phinney-approved style
  • Item #GIR007R
Upper Material
one-piece waxed cowhide
Closure
lace
Footbed
SuperNatural Fit Kit
Sole
Easton EC90 ACC carbon fiber, X-Static antimicrobial fiber
Cleat Compatibility
3-hole road
Claimed Weight
[single, size 42] 225 g
Recommended Use
road cycling
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year

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