Shoes Giro

The shoes giro that are currently sold, increase your efficiency with every pedal stroke, because they improve the power transfer from your leg to the pedal, especially so if you use clipless pedals on your bike.

You can choose the perfect model here, amongst our broad offer. Whether they're specially designed for the winter, or rather well ventilated, for the hot days, or bearing any other kind of special feature, at Retto you will find the cycling shoe that has been made for you! An important aspect to bear in mind, is the closing system used by the shoes giro we are showing you here: some with laces (the so-called trail type shoes that allow to combine biking and hiking), others with Velcro straps (for the average user or for those who practise spinning and are looking for an easier way to step-in and -out of the shoes, so as a certain flexibility in the tightness of the closing) and in some cases Micro-metric buckles offering a perfect fit (for the experts looking for the best grip).

The sole is another differentiating element among the many models, greater rigidity delivers a better power transfer, but reduces comfort and makes walking or even standing difficult, therefore rigid soles are not recommended for any mixed activity nor for indoor sports. Generally the soles of these high-end shoes are made out of carbon and are reserved to high-level cyclists, they focus on reducing weight while maximising power transfer.

Furthermore, most shoes include heel and toe reinforcements, which are there to provide a greater support to the foot and avoid it slipping. These reinforcements are combined with ventilation systems that guarantee the foot can breathe properly at every moment (the latter being necessary due to the higher blood circulation induced by the physical effort). In a similar way, besides leather, you can find new synthetic materials, more supple, more comfortable, better ventilated.

Design is also an important factor when choosing your shoes giro, not only their colour, which should fit with the rest of your gear, so that you feel motivated while riding, but also because sometimes they can include active safety features, which will make you more visible in situations of poor light. Notice that there are differences in between brands, just as there are different kinds of feet! Sidi shoes have always been thinner than average, Northwave are larger and made for broader insteps, while Shimano and Spiuk produce rather standard size shoes.

Please bear in mind, that when ordering cycling shoes, you should always take a number above your usual casual foot-wear size (European sizing system, e.g. casual foot-wear size 43->cycling shoes size 44), and don't forget that cleats are never included with the shoes, as they depend on the kind of pedal system you use, meaning they have to be added to the order, if wanted.