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The Giro Factress Techlace is the women's version of the Factor Techlace that ticks all of the boxes of an excellent road bike shoe. Apart from providing comfort, power transfer, style, and quality, the footwear also features an unprecedented closure system that uses the combination of the BOA dial, laces, and Velcro straps.

Pros

  • Efficient retention system
  • Well-thought-of design
  • Good power transfer
  • Interchangeable arch inserts
  • Excellent quality
  • Track and field
  • Lightweight

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Who should buy Giro Factress Techlace

The Factress Techlace is the women's version of the famous Factor Techlace. It features the same elements as its male counterpart but it has a women-specific last that suits ladies' feet better. Get this if you:

Replaceable Sole Guards

Even though the Factress Techlace is the first in the brand's lineup to feature the BOA dial, an abundance of users already applaud this road cycling shoe's Sun and Ski.

The BOA dial is paired with the brand's Techlace closure, and they comprise the shoe's efficient closure system. Aside from being efficient, this system also reduces hotspots.

Replacing the full straps with laces also decreases the weight of the shoe since it involves a reduction in material.

Track and field

Several riders like the option to customize the exchangeable arch support provided by the shoe.

The SuperNatural Fit Kit is a premium insole design from Giro, which is responsible for the three levels of interchangeable arch support of the shoe, allowing wearers to find the most comfortable fit for them.

Giro SuperNatural Fit Kit

Numerous cyclists appreciate how well the Factor Techlace's soles transfer the energy they exert. 

The material used on the outsole of the Giro Factress Techlace makes the shoe light since it is among the lightest and thinnest materials. Still, the sole remains stiff for efficient pedaling.