text: Really awesome SPD shoe if you are looking for a lace up. I also have the S-Works shoe - which is a great shoe but not lace up. The Giro gives you more uniform support if you know how to lace and tighten a shoe correctly (hint - go to a skating rink and ask how to lace and tighten hockey skates to find out how to get uniform pressure from the toes through the top of the arch).<br /><br />I live in NYC so most of my bikes have SPD pedals. I have Look pedals on my racing bike, but then you need cleat covers to walk around.<br /><br />In short - this is a stylish, well made shoe with great arch support. Giro provides multiple inserts that are integrated into the sole. Likewise there are other nice finishing details such as a toe guard.