The Empire XC is a lace-up cross-country and gravel racing shoe that carries forward everything riders loved about the original while shedding weight and adding comfort. A supple Teijin® microfibre upper conforms to the foot for a glove-like fit that never feels too snug, and dependable, easily replaceable laces let you dial in the tension exactly where you want it.

Underneath, an all-new carbon composite plate is co-moulded with a Sensor™ rubber outsole, creating a permanent, glue-less bond that delivers efficient power transfer alongside plenty of grip for hike-a-bike sections. The Supernatural™ insole kit offers three choices of arch support, so you can personalise the fit, reduce common foot discomforts and stay comfortable over long days of racing or exploring.

Features

• Teijin® Evofiber™ microfibre upper for a lightweight, supple, glove-like fit
• Dependable, easily replaceable laces for a fully customisable fit
• Sensor™ rubber outsole co-moulded to the carbon composite plate for a permanent, glue-less bond
• Co-moulded carbon composite plate tuned for stiffness with forefoot flex to handle hike-a-bikes without compromising power transfer
• Supernatural Fit System with low, medium and high arch-support chips

Specification

• Weight: 348.6g (size 42); 368.4g (size 43)
• Upper: 78.3% PU synthetic, 21.7% TPU film
• Lining: 100% PU synthetic
• Sole: 57.3% nylon (60% PA6 + 30% GF + 10% CF), 42.2% rubber
• Sizes: EU 36-48 (including half sizes)
• Colours: Black/Gold, Dark Sage Green