Saturday, March 31, 2012

SCARPA Men's Techno Climbing Shoe

SCARPA Men's Techno Climbing Shoe Review



SCARPA Men's Techno Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Heel Lock system allows for fit adjustment for all routes & conditions
  • Excels on technical trad routes; low profile for cracks
  • Vibram XS Grip on sole and heel provide critical support and necessary stickiness
  • Lacing accommodates wide range of foot shapes
The Techno shoe from SCARPA is designed for serious rock climbers. It's heel-lock system reduces stress on the Achilles tendon, while the low-profile last is great for taking on cracks. 209937 Features: Low-profile last sticks in cracks and technical trads easily Adjustable lacing accommodates a wide range of foot shapes Heel Lock System eliminates the need for a heel rand, so you won't have stiff pressure on your tendons Four millimeters of Vibram XS Grip rubber on the sole and heel wrap both supports your foot and sticks to the rock Lorica leather and suede uppers mold around your foot Specifications: Upper: suede to leather Lined: no Sole: VibramSpecifications based on size 42


Thursday, March 29, 2012

La Sportiva Cobra Climbing Shoes

La Sportiva Cobra Climbing Shoes Review



La Sportiva Cobra Climbing Shoes Feature

  • WEIGHT: 7.5 oz • 213 g
  • LAST: PD 75
  • CONSTRUCTION: Slip Lasted FIT: Performance w/ High Asymmetry
  • UPPER: Leather
  • LINING: Unlined MIDSOLE: 1.1mm LaspoFlex SOLE: 3.5mm Vibram XS Grip
The La Sportiva Cobra climbing shoe is made for the climber who wants simplicity without sacrificing technical ability. This unlined slipper has a thin 1.1 mm LaspoFlex midsole to ensure feeling on tenuous holds and a parabolic downturn to help with overhanging faces. La Sportiva’s Cobra is a no-nonsense climbing slipper that will offer energy and leverage to unfussy climbers. WEIGHT: 7.5 oz • 213 g LAST: PD 75 CONSTRUCTION: Slip Lasted FIT: Performance w/ High Asymmetry UPPER: Leather LINING: Unlined MIDSOLE: 1.1mm LaspoFlex SOLE: 3.5mm Vibram XS Grip  


Wednesday, March 28, 2012

La Sportiva Mythos (Women's) Vibram XS Grip2 Climbing Shoe

La Sportiva Mythos (Women's) Vibram XS Grip2 Climbing Shoe Review



La Sportiva Mythos (Women's) Vibram XS Grip2 Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Women's shoe
  • Slip Lasted
  • 4mm VibramÃ'® XS Grip2
101463 Features: While you keep your toes cramp-free in the toes-flat fit, you'll still be able to grip thin cracks and smear faces with the Vibram XS sole and toe rand Get the exact fit that you need to the unlined leather Mythos has a wide range of adjustability in its lacing system, so it will fit all types of feet Synthetic Lapsoflex in the midsole provides edging power but doesn't limit smearing feel Specifications: Upper: leather Lined: no Outsole 4mm XSV Vibram rubber


Monday, March 26, 2012

FiveTen Women's Anasazi LV Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Women's Anasazi LV Climbing Shoe Review



FiveTen Women's Anasazi LV Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Stealth C4 Rubber
When you're about to embark on a tough climb, you need to feel confident that you can depend on your footwear for comfort and performance. Designed for indoor and outdoor climbs of 5.11 and higher, FiveTen's Anasazi LV is built on a women’s-specific last especially for medium-volume feet. Its no-slip heel, Power Toe, and dual Velcro brand closures offer a cushy, precision fit, while its Stealth Onyxx high-friction, durable rubber sole decreases the amount of "dead space" between you and your surface. Now we can only hope the terrain is as kind. 209982 Features: Keep your feet happy in synthetic uppers assembled on a last specifically designed for women Designed for medium volume feet, the heal design provides a no-slip fit You're prepped for technical climbs with the specialized midsole and Five Ten's proprietary Power Toe Grip the wall, indoors or out with Stealth C4 rubber soles Specifications: Weight per pair: 1 pound Upper: synthetic Lined: no Sole: Stealth C4Specifications based on US Women's size 7


Sunday, March 25, 2012

Millet Hybrid Climbing Shoe

Millet Hybrid Climbing Shoe Review



When youAAAre as likely to be found bouldering in the gym as you are cranking multi-pitch crack lines, thereAAAs the Millet Hybrid Climbing Shoe. This versatile shoe features an unlined leather upper, padded ankle collar, and a padded tongue for all-day comfort, and the precision toe with toe pad reinforcements helps with technical edging and locking into splitter cracks. The super-sticky 4PointGrip rubber sole not only sticks to even the most micro holds, but its high-molecular design makes for slower wear and tear.

Product Features
  • Material: , suede leather; [lining], unlined
  • Sole: 4PointGrip rubber
  • Last: slip
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing: hook-and-loop
  • Asymmetrical Curvature: low
  • Weight:
  • Recommended Use: bouldering, sport, trad, gym
  • Manufacturer Warranty:


Saturday, March 24, 2012

Millet Hybrid Shoe - Women's

Millet Hybrid Shoe - Women's Review



The Millet Women's Hybrid Shoe comes with a three-strap hook-and-loop closure to lock your whole foot into a comfortable fit that give you the performance you need to send. The padded tongue eliminates pressure points while the 4PointGrip sole dishes out plenty of grip for smearing your way through the crux. Millet designed this shoe to handle nearly any type of terrain, so whatever you're into, this shoe can handle it.

Product Features
  • Material: [upper] suede leather
  • Sole: 4PointGrip (4.5mm)
  • Last: slip lasted
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing: hook-and-loop
  • Asymmetrical Curvature: low
  • Weight: [each] 240 g
  • Recommended Use: sport, trad
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 3 year


Thursday, March 22, 2012

FiveTen Men's Galileo Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Galileo Climbing Shoe Review



FiveTen Men's Galileo Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Designed as a high-performance shoe for high-level climbing
  • Weight = 7.2oz/204.5g
  • Color = Ivory
Take your climb to the highest level with FiveTen's Galileo. This stiff, supportive shoe features a lined synthetic upper for comfort, sturdy Velcro brand closures, and a padded split tongue. And, of course, it's got a Stealth ONYXX sole for maximum grip on precarious surfaces, so you can keep pushing yourself onward. 200547 Features: Incredibly durable and sticky, the Stealth Onyx soles offer unparalleled edging and stickiness The uppers are lined, synthetic suede that'll adjust to your feet but prevent stretching They have two pull-on loops to that open up the heel up, making them easy to get into Velcro closures tighten against a two part tongue to prevent bunching Specifications: Upper: Cowdura Lining: Yes Last: Slip lasted Outsole: Stealth Onyx Resoleable: YesSpecifications based on size 9


Wednesday, March 21, 2012

FiveTen Men's 5X Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's 5X Climbing Shoe Review



209984 Features: Creep along edges with the downturned toe Keep your feet snug and secure in the lined leather uppers with Velcro straps and Asym elastic and zipper closures Support your foot comfortably with the fish-hook mid-sole and Asym slingshot rand Grip edges and holds alike with classic Stealth C4 rubber soles Specifications: Weight per pair: 1 lb 3 oz Upper: leather Lined: no Sole: Stealth C4Specifications based on US Men's size 9


FiveTen Men's Grandstone Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Grandstone Climbing Shoe Review



FiveTen Men's Grandstone Climbing Shoe Feature

  • The high-top leather upper protects vulnerable ankle bones from flesh-eating cracks
  • Has a supportive midsole and durable Stealth C4 rubber soles
  • Dual pull tabs, slingshot heel, cushioned heel, double stitching, stiff midsole
  • Stealth C4 rubber 3.5mm
  • Resoleable
Sit down and listen up kiddies because the Five Ten Grandstone Climbing Shoe has some trad glory stories to tell. Don't let it's demeanor of age and wisdom fool you; the Gladstone brings the modern edge with an uber-sticky Stealth C4 rubber outsole and a supportive midsole, which conspire to make it the stiffest shoe in Five Ten's line. Its high-top leather upper protects your ankles during puzzling moves, so lace up, rack up the pro, and put some artistry in motion on your next trad project.

Product Features
  • Material: leather
  • Sole: Stealth C4 rubber
  • Last:
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing: standard
  • Asymmetrical Curvature:
  • Weight: [pair] 9.6 oz
  • Recommended Use: trad climbing, rock climbing
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year


Thursday, March 15, 2012

Evolv Men's Quest-Af Climbing Shoe

Evolv Men's Quest-Af Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Men's Quest-Af Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 3.2mm full length midsole
  • Non stretch upper material for consistent performance
  • Perforated upper for breathability and comfort
  • Comfort fit heel design
  • 1% of sales support the Access Fund
Rock-climbing just got a whole lot easier. This high-performance shoe is loaded up with great features to help you during climbs. The synthetic upper is perforated for breathability and non-stretch for a consistent fit. The heel shape on the rubber sole is designed for optimal comfort. With this laced up, you only need to look up and worry about your climb, not your shoe.


Tuesday, March 13, 2012

FiveTen Mini Mocc Climbing Shoe (Little Kid)

FiveTen Mini Mocc Climbing Shoe (Little Kid) Review



209980 Features: Keep young feet comfy in unlined leather uppers with elastic adjustable Velcro closures to accommodate an ever-growing foot size Help make the climbing experience a good one with super-sticky Stealth C4 rubber soles Specifications: Weight per pair: 8 ounces Upper: leather Lined: no Sole: Stealth C4Specifications based on US Men's size 1


Monday, March 12, 2012

evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe

evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe Review



The long-awaited Evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe is finally here. Scream, weep, rejoice, and above all, climb. With design input from the man himself, Chris Sharma, the Pontas II builds on a tried-and-true, aggressive profile for your more intimidating projects. They say if it ain't broke don't fix it, and don't worry: the biggest change to the Pontas II is an added third strap that helps the shoe contour to your arched foot. The beefy VTR rand and extra-sticky Trax rubber are just as you remember them from the ground-breaking original.

Product Features
  • Material:
  • Sole:
  • Last:
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing:
  • Asymmetrical Curvature:
  • Weight:
  • Recommended Use:
  • Manufacturer Warranty:


evolv Men's Shaman Climbing Shoe

evolv Men's Shaman Climbing Shoe Review



evolv Men's Shaman Climbing Shoe Feature

  • The "Knuckle Box" works in combination with the "Love Bump" to provide room for your big toe knuckle to say in a position of power
  • Three opposing Hook and Loop straps for added security and to create a sock like fit through the arch of your foot
  • Downturned asymmetric with the "knuckle box". Synthetic upper. Leather forefoot and foot bed, cotton heel
  • Two piece 4.2 mm TRAX High Friction Rubber. VTR 3D variable thickness toe rand (thicker in front toe box area). MX-P: 1.5 mm half-length "love bump" midsole
  • Weight: 18.6 oz per pair (size 9).
Designed with serious climbers in mind, the Shaman from Evolv stands ready to take you to new heights. With its big toe "knuckle box" and "love bump" midsole, your big toe stays in a position of power for premium edging and grabbing. By combining materials in the lining, you get non-stretch performance in the cotton heel and added feel from the leather forefoot. The ultimate performance climbing shoe developed from the ground up by Chris Sharma ideal for hard sport climbing and bouldering on steep terrain. The Shaman incorporates several key design elements that work synergistically to perform at the highest level: The big toe "knuckle box" and "love bump" midsole keeps the big toe in a position of power to obtain maximum strength for edging and grabbing; the tensioned heel and arch rand eliminates dead space in the arch for secure heel hooks and transfers power to the toes; the multi pattern lining (leather forefoot liner for increased sensitivity and feel, cotton heel for non-stretch performance), give the best feel and function for demanding climbs.


Sunday, March 11, 2012

La Sportiva N.A. Women's Katana Climbing Shoes

La Sportiva N.A. Women's Katana Climbing Shoes Review



La Sportiva N.A. Women's Katana Climbing Shoes Feature

  • Comfortable and supportive Lorica/suede leather upper
  • Classic slip-lasted construction on a PD55 women's last
  • Breathable Pacific forefoot lining with Dentex back
  • 4-mm. Vibram XSV sticky rubber sole with a 1.1-mm. full-length Laspoflex midsole
165532 Features: Edge with precision in the Vibram XS Grip rubber reinforced with a sturdy slingshot rand and Powerhinge sole Even when you're being rough on your toes, you won't strain your foot thanks to the lightweight, thin, fiber-laminate Laspoflex midsole that provides torsion rigidity Slide this slipper on and off with ease and get the perfect fit by adjusting the Velcro closure system Your feet stay comfortable in the no-stretch leather and water-repellent, breathable synthetic leather uppers paired with a dual-component lining that fits like a glove Specifications: Upper: micro-fiber synthetic leather to leather Lined: Pacific forefoot, Dentex back Outsole: 35 mm Vibram XS rubber


Thursday, March 8, 2012

Solution Rock Shoe - Men's by La Sportiva

Solution Rock Shoe - Men's by La Sportiva Review



Solution Rock Shoe - Men's by La Sportiva Feature

  • La Sportiva
  • Solution Climbing Shoes
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Men's Climbing Shoes
  • 2012
206388 Features: Designed especially for those who make sure every weekend is spent on the rocks, Patent-pending Performance Power Platform maintains the downturned shape climb after climb Quick and easy to cinch, the Fast Closure System velcro locks tightly for easy on When the boulder demands a heel hook, rely on the Lock Harness to keep it stable Feel like you've got a custom-molded shoe thanks to the Molded 3-D heel cup Incredibly sticky for any climb, Vibram XS Grip2 rubber will stick and hold without missing a beat Specifications: Weight per pair: 1 lb 2 oz Upper: Leather to Synthetic Leather Lining: nylon Last: PD80 Outsole: 4mm Vibram XS Grip2 rubberSpecifications based on size 40


Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Mad Rock Men's Phoenix Lace Crack Climber

Mad Rock Men's Phoenix Lace Crack Climber Review



Mad Rock Men's Phoenix Lace Crack Climber Feature

  • Recommended use: Trad/Multi-Pitch, Gym, Guide Rental, Crack Climbing
Mad Rock's Frenzy climber is a terrific shoe, whether you're on the rock or the wall, with a special penchant for crack climbing. Its coveted FX-5 heel and special lace rand make short work of challenging foot jams, while padding around the ankle, a perforated upper, and X-static lining do all they can to make each pitch as comfortable as the last. 111856 Features: The unlined leather upper cradles your foot with a glove like fit Constructed with FX5 rubber, the sole is the optimal balance of sticky and hard rubber Double stitched for durability with seamless binding and a padded tongue to prevent hot spots Wild heel hooks are made routine thanks to the 3D molded heel cups Specifications: Upper: Leather Lining: None Last: Slip Outsole: FX5 Resoleable: Yes


Monday, March 5, 2012

Five Ten Coyote VCS Canvas Climbing Shoe - Women's

Five Ten Coyote VCS Canvas Climbing Shoe - Women's Review



Whoever said that climbing shoes must be painful to perform well obviously never climbed in the Women's Five Ten Coyote VCS Canvas shoe. The unlined leather upper conforms to your foot over time to ensure a glove-like fit without dead spaces or pressure points. Hook-and-loop closures let you in and out of these Five Ten shoes in seconds, so you can whip them on, send your route, and peel them back off again to chill out.

Product Features
  • Material: [upper] canvas
  • Sole: Stealth C4 rubber
  • Last: slip lasted
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing: hook-and-loop
  • Support Type:
  • Asymmetrical Curvature: low
  • Weight:
  • Recommended Use: entry level to advanced intermediate climbing, all-around indoor/outdoor climbing
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year