Privateer Lace Cycling Shoe - Men's
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Privateer Lace MTB shoes blend classic style with durable, trail-ready performance
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I love the simplicity of the Privateer Lace—no dials to break, no straps to wear out, just a secure fit every time. The sole is stiff enough for long climbs but still comfortable to walk in when the trail demands it."
We reach for the Giro Privateer Lace when we want a shoe that can take daily trail abuse while keeping things simple and dependable. The timeless lace-up closure lets us dial in the perfect fit without fuss, while the microfiber upper stands up to scuffs and weather on long days in the saddle.
Underfoot, the co-molded nylon and rubber outsole strikes the right balance between pedaling efficiency and off-bike traction. Whether we’re threading technical singletrack, grinding up forest service roads, or shouldering the bike for a hike-a-bike section, the Privateer Lace stays comfortable, supportive, and ready for more. It’s a modern trail shoe built with classic sensibility—perfect for riders who value reliability over flash.
Details
- Versatile MTB shoe for trail, gravel, and XC riding
- Lace-up closure offers a secure, adjustable fit
- Durable microfiber upper withstands rough riding conditions
- Co-molded nylon and rubber outsole balances stiffness and grip
- Aggressive tread pattern provides traction for hike-a-bike sections
- Compatible with 2-bolt SPD-style cleats
- Reinforced toe and heel areas for added protection
- Breathable upper materials help manage heat on long rides
- Item #GIR00KI
- Upper Material
- microfiber, rubber toe cap
- Closure
- lace
- Footbed
- EVA
- Sole
- nylon, rubber
- Cleat Compatibility
- 2-bolt
- Claimed Weight
- [single, size 42] 11.8oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 4 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageAugust 14, 2024
Fashion first shoe
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
Never had hot feet before these shoes and it makes sense it’s mostly a plastic dress shoe with no mesh. The holes in the tongue are open but the ones on the side are fake. I poked them open to let more air through. Fit is pretty good, I was worried they’d be super narrow but not bad.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
July 6, 2024
Mixed Views
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
I’ll keep it short and sweet: - I love the grip and walking ability in these shoes (feel safe and grippy) - the laces are terrifying and I have to tuck them in my shoe (which gets uncomfortable) because if I don’t they catch in the chain
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
July 5, 2024
First pair of cycling shoes
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
Perfect fit, very comfortable. Easy to walk around in when off the bike. Great price. Liked the neutral color.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
October 12, 2022
A 2-hole-cleat shoe for the road
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
I was looking for a 2-hole-cleat (SPD) shoe for use with shimano ES600 road touring pedals for my road bike. Why? I wanted the feel of a road pedal and shoe that I could also wear and walk in comfortably off the bike when stopping for a cool one. My rides are mostly less than 2 hours and totally for pleasure, so I didn’t need a top performing ultra stiff SPD-SL shoe. The Giro Privateer Lace is that shoe. While it is positioned as a “mountain bike shoe”, it is similar in fit to my Giro Empire E70 SPD-SL road shoes, but with a sole that allows me to walk on pavement and floors without slipping or duck-walking. I’m a 9.5D with a higher arch and the 43 is snug but comfortable. I’m a fan of laces as Velcro can wear out and BOAs are convenient but add cost. Laces can be adjusted for my foot shape, the lace garages on these shoes keep the ends out of the way, and lace shoes are not only less expensive but also don’t look out of place at the pub. The olive/gum color looks pretty good too. With the discounted price I’m happy and recommend these as a “mountain bike shoe” you can walk in that works as a decent recreational road shoe with SPD cleats/pedals.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
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