Saturday, December 31, 2011

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


FiveTen Men's Gambit Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Gambit Climbing Shoe Review



205303 Features: Perforated synthetic uppers let your foot breathe Designed for climbs into the 511 range Uppers stretch just enough to fit snugly Stealth Onyxx rubber has unsurpassed friction Specifications: Upper: Perforated Synthetic Lining: Unlined Outsole: Stealth Onyxx Rubber Resolable: yes


Friday, December 30, 2011

FiveTen Men's Project Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Project Climbing Shoe Review



114313 Features: Get incredible grip and sensitivity with Prehensile Technology which uses Stealth Mystique rubber that's so durable, the down-turned soles are only a mere 2 mm thick instead of the standard 4 mm Slide it on with the help of the triple pull tabs and adjust the fit to your comfort with the single Velcro closure Keep your feet comfortable in the soft, split grain, action leather and Perflex upper Specifications: Upper: leather to synthetic Lined: no Sole: rubber


Thursday, December 29, 2011

FiveTen Men's Spire Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Spire Climbing Shoe Review



FiveTen Men's Spire Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Stealth C4 Rubber
Perfect for all-day climbing in comfort, the Spire shoe from Five Ten is a climber's dream. The leather shoe molds comfortably to your foot with its lace-up front and easy double pull-on loops, and its slingshot heel keeps your foot perfectly in place. 103741 Features: Asymmetric split slingshot rand ensures a good fit and allows you to point your feet much more easily Full-to-toe lacing matches the contours of even freakishly shaped feet Stealth C4 rubber sole is hard enough for edging without sacrificing on friction Dual pull-on loops at the heel allow the wearer to slip into these babies easily Specifications: Upper: Leather Lining: None Last: Slip-lasted Outsole: 40 mm Stealth C4 rubber Resoleable: Yes


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

evolv Men's Evo Rock Climbing Shoe

evolv Men's Evo Rock Climbing Shoe Review



225654 Features: Perfect for your favorite skinny crack, the thinner, extended top toe provides an added level of sensitivity while the thicker front portion of the toe adds protection Your feet are supported by the built-in upper network around the straps Avoid sweat and blisters with the microfiber lining Soft and comfortable, the supple Synthratek uppers allow your foot to bend and flex comfortably Soled with 42 mm TRAX XT-5 High Friction Rubber that provides stickiness and sensitivity Specifications: Upper: synthetic Lined: yes Sole: rubber


Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Mad Rock Men's Mugen Tech 2.0 Climbing Shoe

Mad Rock Men's Mugen Tech 2.0 Climbing Shoe Review



Mad Rock Men's Mugen Tech 2.0 Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 2.0 upgrade includes our new proprietary material called the Power Flex Upper
  • New progessive angle 3D molded heel cup
  • A hemp foot bed keeps odors under control and minimizes stretch
The 2.0 upgrade includes our new proprietary material called the Power Flex Upper. It is a fusion of 2 way stretch brushed polyester and our Science Friction 3.0 rubber formula. The end result is a material that is super sticky, sensitive, comfortable, and envelopes your feet like no other climbing shoe before it. The new progessive angle 3D molded heel cup hooks, smears, jams and locks better than any other heel design out there by using only our Science Friction 3.0 climbing grade rubber formula. The hemp foot bed is inherently antimicrobial and antibacterial which keeps the shoes smelling fresh. Mugen Tech 2.0 is our high performance all around shoe of choice that every climber should have in their inventory.
Recommended use:
  • Bouldering
  • Sport
  • Gym
  • Competition
Specifications
  • Classification: All Around High Performance
  • Closure: 2-strap
  • Stiffness: 3
  • Shape: Asymetric
  • Upper Material: Premium Leather
  • Footbed Material: Hemp
  • Toe Patch: PowerFlex
  • Toe Patch Thickness: 2.4 mm
  • Midsole: Standard
  • Midsole Material: Compressed Polyester
  • Midsole Thickness: 1.8 mm
  • Sole: Flat
  • Sole Thickness: 3.8 mm
  • Rand: R2
  • Rand Thickness: 1.8 mm
  • Heel: 3D Molded PHH
  • Color: Blue/Grey/black
  • Weight (US 9): 288g


Cava Ciao Kids Climbing Shoes

Cava Ciao Kids Climbing Shoes Review



Cava Ciao Kids Climbing Shoes


Monday, December 26, 2011

SCARPA Women's Techno Lady Climbing Shoe

SCARPA Women's Techno Lady Climbing Shoe Review



SCARPA Women's Techno Lady Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Heel Lock system allows for fit adjustment for all routes & conditions
  • Excels on technical trad routes; ow profile for cracks
  • Vibram XS Grip on sole and heel provides critical support and necessary stickiness
  • Lacing accommodates wide ranges 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. Pull on the Scarpa Women's Techno Climbing Shoe, and push your trad climbing to the limit. The low-profile last let you jam in thin cracks and execute tricky face moves with ease. Stay glued to the rock with the Vibram XS Grip sole, and tighten up the Heel Lock System, which uses the laces to pull the heel snug and eliminates the need for a heel rand. With increased precision and comfort, you can focus on placing gear and climbing your hardest.

Product Features
  • Material: suede, Lorica,
  • Sole: Vibram XS Grip
  • Last: FNW
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing: standard
  • Asymmetrical Curvature: low
  • Weight:
  • Recommended Use: trad climbing
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year


Sunday, December 25, 2011

FiveTen Men's Anasazi Moccasym Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Anasazi Moccasym Climbing Shoe Review



FiveTen Men's Anasazi Moccasym Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Triple pull tabs
  • Side-exit heel seam
  • Slingshot heel
  • Stealth C4 rubber 4.2mm
  • Resoleable
The shoe is built on FiveTen's high-performance Anasazi last and is paired with a luxurious full-grain leather upper for day-long comfort. It's been used to onsight 5.14, but will perform great on everything from boulder problems to multi-pitch sport routes. The MoccAsym features award-winning Stealth C-4 rubber soles. Stealth C-4 is the benchmark for high-friction climbing rubber. Choose the Moccasym for bouldering, thin cracks and everything in between. There’s no better training shoe available. 102270 Features: Their unlined leather upper will mold to your foot for great fit and feel The asymmetrical toe profile focuses power to you big toe Stealth C4 soles seriously grip the rock Side exit heel seam Triple pull-on loops Slingshot heel Specifications: Upper: Leather Lining: None Last: Slip lasted Outsole: C4 Stealth Resoleable: YesSpecifications based on size 115


Saturday, December 24, 2011

FiveTen Men's Copperhead Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Copperhead Climbing Shoe Review



From the unrelenting splitters of the Utah desert to the sweeping granite walls of Yosemite Valley, the Five Ten Copperhead Climbing Shoe is your ultimate weapon against any crack climbing challenge. Thanks to an innovative side lace system, you can open the shoe up for multi-pitch moderates, and crank it down for overhanging testpieces. The laces are offset and covered to protect against Vedauwoo-esque abrasions, and the low-profile toe jams into the thinnest of finger cracks.

Product Features
  • Material: leather
  • Sole: Stealth Onyxx
  • Last: slip
  • Footbed:
  • Lacing: side laces
  • Asymmetrical Curvature: low
  • Weight:
  • Recommended Use: splitters, big walls, offwidths
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

SCARPA Men's Thunder Climbing Shoe

SCARPA Men's Thunder Climbing Shoe Review



SCARPA Men's Thunder Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Incredible comfort for any grade
  • Available up to size 50!
  • New Vibram XS Edge provides incredible grip and durability
  • Ventilation 'gills' help on hot days on the rock
  • Partial lining for comfort
The Thunder shoe from SCARPA is meant for passionate rock climbers. Its perforated suede upper and fabric lining offers the ultimate in breathable comfort, while the Vibram outsole will assist you on even the trickiest wall. 205316 Features: Perforated suede uppers are durable and breathable to keep your feet smiling Fully lined for moisture dissipation and shape retention on the long routes Vibram XS Grip outsole has the best stick on the market Lacing to the toe for a custom fit Medium flex and roomy toebox Specifications: Weight per pair: 131 ounces Upper: Suede Lining: Tailbrelle Outsole: 35mm Vibram XS Grip Midsole: X-Tension system


Scarpa Women's Thunder Climbing Shoe

Scarpa Women's Thunder Climbing Shoe Review



SCARPAs incredibly popular Women's Thunder Climbing Shoes get a performance upgrade.


Tuesday, December 20, 2011

evolv Men's Bandit SC Climbing Shoe

evolv Men's Bandit SC Climbing Shoe Review



evolv Men's Bandit SC Climbing Shoe Feature

  • All around versatility in a comfortable fit. Third strap creates a super snug fit
  • Dual layer red upper enhances structure and support. Microfiber provides balance of comfort and performance
  • Asymmetrical (KA-1 Last). Synthetic non-stretch Synthratek upper.
  • 4.2 mm TRAX high friction rubber sole. VTR3D variable thickness rand (thicker in front tox area). MX-P: 1.5 mm full-length midsole
  • Weight: 18.2 oz per pair (size 9).
The Bandit's strong structure owes itself to a double layer perforated upper and an improved heel cup. Ideal for gym and sport climbers. The Bandit SC is a versatile medium stiff shoe with a chiseled toe box that offers responsive edging for all types of climbing. The combination of a non-stretch synthetic upper and comfortable microfiber lining make it a favorite for bouldering and sport climbing in comfort. The Bandit SC sports a convenient three opposing direction strap hook-and-loop closure system which increases connectivity between your foot and the shoe.


Monday, December 19, 2011

Evolv Men's Kaos II Climbing Shoe

Evolv Men's Kaos II Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Men's Kaos II Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 0.5mm half length midsole
  • Non stretch upper material for consistent performance
  • Perforated upper for breathability and comfort
  • Sensitive shoe for feeling the rock
You are a serious climber and you need a serious shoe. Evolv has just the thing. The lightweight, non-stretch upper is perforated for breathability, while the rubber sole is designed for increased sensitivity while climbing. Evolv has heard your needs and responded with a comfortable, great-fitting, and supportive shoe. Seriously. When you're climbing a steep sandstone route in muggy weather, you'll be glad you're wearing Evolv's Kaos II Rock Shoestheir perforated synthetic uppers with perforated cotton linings create exceptional breathability. These performance shoes are on the softer side, offering the sensitivity you need for tricky boulder problems and technical sport climbs. The non-stretch construction guarantees a solid fit, pitch after pitch.

Product Features
  • Material: Synthetic
  • Lining: Cotton
  • Sole: 4.2 mm TRAX XT-5 high friction rubber
  • Last: KA-1
  • Asymmetrical Curvature:
  • Lacing: Hook-and-loop
  • Recommended Use: Bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing
  • Manufacturer Warranty:


Sunday, December 18, 2011

Stickit Rock Shoe - Youth by La Sportiva

Stickit Rock Shoe - Youth by La Sportiva Review



218683 Features: Accommodate growing feet with the adjustable lacing system that allows the heel of the shoe to adjust so that your child can get a snug, supportive fit; lace wraps around heel Soft leather uppers provide a comfortable, breathable fit Your child can get solid purchase on holds with the 3mm FriXion RS rubber Specifications: Upper: leather Lined: no Sole: 3 mm rubber


Saturday, December 17, 2011

Evolv Women's Electra VTR Climbing Shoe

Evolv Women's Electra VTR Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Women's Electra VTR Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 1mm half length midsole
  • Non stretch upper material for consistent performance
  • Perforated upper for breathability and comfort
  • Lower volume toe box, arch and heel for improved women's fit
Evolv's top selling women's shoe just got better. The Elektra VTR has all the same great features as the original Elektra plus more. A low volume toe box, arch, and heel provides optimum performance without forfeiting any comfort.


La Sportiva Mythos Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe - Men's

La Sportiva Mythos Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe - Men's Review



160504 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 4 mm XS Vibram rubber