At just 185 grams, the recently updated Empire SLX Cycling Shoe from Giro is breathing some pretty rarefied air. Not many shoes on the market come within 100 grams of the iconic Empire, but it's not giving up anything in terms of performance, either. The new uppers are constructed from Synchwire,...

Never one to kick back and rest on its laurels, Giro is back with some all-new flagship road kicks otherwise known as the Imperial Cycling Shoe. Here in the office, we've been big fans of its Empire model, bringing a resurgence to lace up shoes that reduce pressure points and improve fit thanks...

Running the show on Giro's mid-level, performance road cycling shoe is the Regime, equipped with an upgraded dual Boa L6 dial closure system compared to the Cadet's single, and style reminiscent of the slightly slenderer, lace-up Empire ACC. The Regime seems to coalesce the finer parts of what...

We think most will agree with us that we use clipless shoes and pedals for a better connection to the bike and more efficiency, but it doesn't mean our shoes don't have to look good. The shoes also need to be comfortable and if it's more of a casual spin or a commute to work, we don't always want...

Sifting through the perks and elite upgrades often seen in modern cycling shoes, Giro finds the fundamental ingredients and brings them to the Stylus Cycling Shoe. Using Giro's one-piece Synchwire upper for a seamless construction and greater support across the full shoe, the Stylus provides a...

Riding through winter conditions just became much easier with the Lake CX146 Cycling Shoe. Its upper construction is built with softshell fabric for a comfortable fit, while Thinsulate insulation, a waterproof membrane, and DWR treatment add superior warmth and waterproofness as we ride through...

For riding comfort and protection during cold, wet rides, we ride in nothing but the Lake CX146-X Wide Cycling Shoe. Thanks to its Thinsulate 200g insulation, supergrip enduro rubber outsole, and superior water resistance, we are provided with the right amount of warmth, grip, and weather...

Performance doesn't always have to come with a crazy price tag, and the CX177 Cycling Shoe proves that. It's designed for cyclists who prefer a super-stiff sole that doesn't make any compromises for comfort. A fiber-glass-injected nylon sole makes for that key stiffness and power transfer, and...

The CX177 Wide Cycling Shoe provides superb comfort and performance for our ride. The fiberglass-injected nylon sole is stiff for efficiency and power transfer, and a Clarino microfiber and mesh upper keeps weight low without making any sacrifices for durability. The wide fit version is...

Lake is all about crafting that perfect shoe for your perfect ride. The brand is known for their cycling shoes, and they're constantly working on new innovative tech to improve on their designs. The CX201 Cycling Shoe, for instance, is one that features a wider toe box and unique construction for...