Test: Women love them and men curse them more often than not. While she can't have enough of them and has to find the right pair for every dress, two pairs are usually enough for him all year round. We're talking, how could it be otherwise, about shoes. But we cyclists also have a little shoe tick. Giro sends with that Republic a simple, chic shoe in the race for the crown in the urban jungle.
The proportion of cyclists in the city is growing every year. More and more people are leaving their cars at home and using their bikes to get to work. The demand for accessories is constantly growing and to meet different tastes, the range of clothing, bikes and accessories is booming. Road bikes are also becoming increasingly popular in the city. Very few want to do without clipless pedals, so Giro set itself the task of developing a stylish shoe for the city. The Giro was born Republic.
The SPD shoe is made from perforated, high-quality microfibers and has a non-slip nylon sole. In the hand, it leaves a very high-quality impression and is fun even before you drive it. There are small ventilation openings on the sides as well as on the front, which should ensure good air circulation on the foot. A classic lacing is used for a noble look, which in combination with the upper material creates a stylish feel.
When put on, the shoe conveys a lot of comfort. The formed EVA-Footbed with medium arch support hugs the foot comfortably and gives it enough pressure on the pedal when in use. While the shoe knows how to convince on the bike, running is designed with it Republic as not so easy. There are no rubber pads at the tips of the toes, so rolling is a bit edgy.
Conclusion
The Giro Republic performed extremely well in our everyday test. You feel very comfortable on the bike and the shoe conveys a pleasant feeling. It offers a lot of comfort and the stylish look is guaranteed with the minimalist shoe. While he is convincing on the bike, he proves not to be a good companion for the journey on foot. Here it lacks a round, balanced sole.
product Highlights
- noble look
- good seat
price & web
- 129,99 Euros
- www.giro.com