Tuesday, January 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


La Sportiva Python Rock Climbing Shoe

La Sportiva Python Rock Climbing Shoe Review



225840 Features: Stick to the rock with high friction, 35 mm Vibram XS Grip 2 rubber outsoles Soft leather uppers provide a snug, comfy fit Avoid sweat and chafing with the moisture-wicking interior liner Get maximum rubber coverage and a performance fit with the asymmetrical heel design Dial in the fit with the elastic hook-and-loop closure strap that provides a high-tension fit Specifications: Upper: leather Lined: yes Sole: 35 mm Vibram


Sunday, January 29, 2012

Evolv Men's Evo Climbing Shoe

Evolv Men's Evo Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Men's Evo Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 2mm full length midsole
  • Non stretch upper material for consistent performance
  • Stiff for edging and support
  • Extended toe rand for improved hooking
  • Rugged tread at heel for improved heel hooking
You are a serious climber and you need a serious shoe. Evolv has just the thing. The lightweight, non-stretch upper is stiff for maximum support, while a long toe and treaded heel are designed for improved hooking. Evolv has heard your needs and responded with a comfortable, great-fitting, and supportive shoe. Seriously. When you hit the boulders one day, clip overhanging sport routes the next, and train in the gym, you need the all around performance of the Evolv Evo Climbing Shoe. Perforated toe rubber gives you an edge on toe hook moves, and the Evo's heel hooking ridges latch onto small edges. The variable thickness of the TRAX XF-3 helps provide proper support and sensitivity to your foot, while the semi-stiff, half-length midsole lets you edge on the tiniest holds.

Product Features
  • Material: Synthratek synthetic leather
  • Lining: Microfiber
  • Sole: TRAX XF-3
  • Last:
  • Asymmetrical Curvature: Low
  • Lacing: Hook-and-loop
  • Recommended Use: All around climbing
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year


Saturday, January 28, 2012

FiveTen Men's Coyote Lace-Up Climbing Shoe

FiveTen Men's Coyote Lace-Up Climbing Shoe Review



FiveTen Men's Coyote Lace-Up Climbing Shoe Feature

  • All leather uppers and Stealth C4 outsoles
  • Lace-Up
  • Weight = 8.0oz/227.2g
Five Ten's Coyote was made particularly for those whose love sport climbing. The pull-on loops offer an easy entry while its traditional lace-up offers a custom, comfortable fit. Perfect for edging, its signature Fishhook midsole will keep you stable. 200372 Features: The unlined leather upper will stretch to give a perfect, molded fit Stealth C4 soles provide unmatched friction yet are hard enough to edge There are two pull-on loops making them easy to get in to The soft, flexible midsole is designed to excel on plastic Specifications: Upper: Leather Lining: No Last: Slip lasted Outsole: Stealth C4 Resoleable: YesSpecifications based on size 6


ACOPA Men's Chameleon Climbing Shoe

ACOPA Men's Chameleon Climbing Shoe Review



ACOPA Men's Chameleon Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Superbly precise shoe that is extremely comfortable
  • Medium stiff mid sole
  • Comfortable padded mesh tongue
  • 4.2mm Acopa RS rubber
  • Designed to handle every type of footwork technique
This all around sport shoe is designed from generalized foot geometry obtained from molding the foot in an ideal climbing position. It may sound confusing but what this means is a superbly precise shoe shape that is extremely comfortable at the same time. Virtually no one else out there has gone to this kind of trouble to get this kind of shape - don't trust us though, put it on your foot and take it to the crags, you'll be glad you did. The Chameleon may look simple on the outside, but it is designed to handle every type of foot technique you can throw at it, from heel hooks and heel-toes to toe jams and micro-edging... it won't let you down. 205312 Features: Unlined leather uppers are comfortable and contouring on the long routes Comfortable padded leather tongue for good blood flow Medium stiff polymer midsole balances support with flexibility 42mm RS Rubber and a contoured rand to lock you into the edges Specifications: Upper: Leather Lining: Unlined Last: Slip-lasted Outsole: 42mm RS Rubber


Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Evolv Men's Talon G2 Climbing Shoe

Evolv Men's Talon G2 Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Men's Talon G2 Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Super sensative midsole
  • Non stretch upper material for consistent performance
  • Perforated upper for breathability and comfort
  • Downturned toe for hooking and power transfer
  • Rugged tread at heel for improved heel hooking
Vertical terrain need not apply. The Talon has always been the weapon of choice for serious steep sends! New for 2009 is the toe box rand layout, fully perforated upper, rigid heel cup, black mesh trim and green TRAX rubber in the arch. Ideal for bouldering, gym, and sport.


Tuesday, January 24, 2012

La Sportiva Cobra Climbing Shoes - Men's

La Sportiva Cobra Climbing Shoes - Men's Review



La Sportiva Cobra Climbing Shoes - Men's Feature

  • Unlined leather upper for ultimate sensitivity and precision
  • Powerful, aggressive and downturned to deliver amazing power
  • The ultimate do-it-all slipper
  • Performance fit
  • 3.5mm Vibram XS Grip2 outsole
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. Unlined leather upper for ultimate sensitivity and precision Powerful, aggressive and downturned to deliver amazing power The ultimate do-it-all slipper Performance fit 3.5mm Vibram XS Grip2 outsole  


Sunday, January 22, 2012

Evolv Men's Demorto Climbing Shoe

Evolv Men's Demorto Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Men's Demorto Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 2mm full length midsole
  • Good for Mortons toe by accomodating the longer 2nd toe and providing comfort
  • Structural webbing on leather upper maintains fit
  • Rugged tread at heel for improved heel hooking
The Cadillac of climbing shoes, this high-performance shoe has all the features (and then some) you need in a serious climbing shoe. The durable leather upper has built-in webbing so it won’t stretch and the toe shape is generous enough to accommodate longer toes. Good tread on the rubber sole will assist you while climbing. Evolv has heard your needs and responded with a comfortable, great-fitting, and supportive shoe. 114127 Features: Move your feet comfortably in the symmetrical shape of this Synthratek synthetic and leather-trimmed shoe that stretches less with time than a full leather upper Edge, smear and hook with the grippy, TRAX XF-3 outsole molded with varying thicknesses for support and sensitivity to thinner through the arch and ridged and thicker at the heel for cushioning with a full-length midsole for edging Keep your feet dry and comfortable in the microfiber lining while the full-length MX-2 2 mm full-length midsole provides stiff support as you edge Don't worry about your toes or about wearing out your shoes too fast thanks to the 22 mm TRAX duro-rand Specifications: Upper: synthetic to leather trim Lined: yes Sole: 42 mm TRAX XF-3 rubber


Saturday, January 21, 2012

Mad Rock Men's Drifter Climbing Shoe

Mad Rock Men's Drifter Climbing Shoe Review



Mad Rock Men's Drifter Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 2 Strap closure
  • 223 grams
Don't let this shoe's looks fool you. Having climbed grades up to V15, the Drifter proves an astonishingly great value. By steering clear of some of Mad Rock's more technical features, this wallet friendly classic puts competition on it's wake.


Friday, January 20, 2012

Miura VS Rock Shoe - Women's by La Sportiva

Miura VS Rock Shoe - Women's by La Sportiva Review



Miura VS Rock Shoe - Women's by La Sportiva Feature

  • A high performance shoe for amazing edging control and pocket climbing performance.
  • Slip Lasted
223732 Features: Get a good grip as you're edging with a performance-based design that keeps your foot arched for strong footholds with a slingshot rand and power hinge system Slipping won't be an issue with the sticky Vibram XS Grip rubber Slide the Miura VS on and off with ease thanks to the easy to use Velcro straps Specifications:


Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Evolv Men's Predator G2 Climbing Shoe

Evolv Men's Predator G2 Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Men's Predator G2 Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Super sensative midsole
  • Non stretch upper material for consistent performance
  • Perforated upper for breathability and comfort
  • Downturned toe for hooking and power transfer
  • Rugged tread at heel for improved heel hooking
The Predator just got a serious upgrade in the cosmetic department and is ready for your steepest projects! New for 2009 is a deeper heel cup with more tension, rigid heel cup, moderately perforated upper for breathability, higher toe rand, and black mesh pull straps. Ideal for sport, gym, and bouldering.


Monday, January 16, 2012

La Sportiva Solution Climbing Shoe

La Sportiva Solution Climbing Shoe Review



La Sportiva Solution Climbing Shoe Feature

  • A high performance shoe purposely built to provide the solution for modern bouldering problems.
  • Slip Lasted
  • Performance fit w/ High Asymmetry
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


Mad Rock Men's Concept 2.0 Climbing Shoe

Mad Rock Men's Concept 2.0 Climbing Shoe Review



Mad Rock Men's Concept 2.0 Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Mad Rock's 2011 flagship shoe
  • AES-1 Midsole design
  • Hemp footbed
  • RS Rand System
True to Mad Rock's tradition of being an innovator, the Concept 2.0 is packed with performance-oriented features to make the most of your climbing. A new material called Power Flex creates an upper with a tight, glove-like fit but without the pain than can be associated with other climbers. Plus an innovative rubber concave sole creates a cup that you can use to grab at features like a hand. And to keep life more comfortable once you land, a hemp foot bed controls odors while also minimizing stretch. Following in Mad Rock's tradition of being an innovator, we've incoproated all of our next gen features into one shoe. We've spent countless hours developing a new a material called the Power Flex Upper which allows for a tight, glove-like fit WITHOUT the pain that is inherent with other performance shoes. By infusing a two-way brushed polyester material with our new Science Fiction 3.0 formula, you can get that performance-like fit with minimal breaking in. The Con series models are also the first climbing shoes to incoporate the use of a 3D molded polycarbonate midsole. The Concept 2.0 uses our AES-1 Midsole design to provide a stiff flex that never breaks down. The combination of our AES-1 midsole and 3D molded rubber concave sole creates a cup that you can use to grab at features like a hand. A hemp foot bed keeps odors under control while also minimizing stretch. As with all of our new 2011 models, the Concept 2.0 is manufactured with our new R2 rand system that increases heel and arch tension but allows for a more sensitive and comfortable fit.


Sunday, January 15, 2012

Evolv Women's Hera Climbing Shoe

Evolv Women's Hera Climbing Shoe Review



Evolv Women's Hera Climbing Shoe Feature

  • 1mm full 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
  • Extended toe rand for toe hooking
Serious climbers need serious shoes, and Evolv has answered the call with this high-performance shoe. The synthetic upper is perforated for breathability and non-stretch for a consistent fit. The toe rand has even been extended for optimal hooking, and the lower-volume toe box, arch and heel offer better fit for a woman’s foot. You may be concerned about an upcoming climb, but you no longer have to be concerned about your shoe. Be a total rock goddess with the Hera rock shoe from Evolv that provides you with comfort without sacrificing technical capacity Edge and smear with the extended toe rand protecting your digits while your feet stay cool in the sky blue, perforated and breathable uppers that absorb less of the sun's rays Features: Perforated, breathable synthetic uppers with microfiber keep your feet comfortable and cool Slide your narrow or small feet into these shoes and secure them tightly to they're specifically designed for low-volume feet Hook with ease, the extended toe rand paired with tri-grooves remove pressure from your big toes Purchasing this shoe supports the HERA foundation for ovarian cancer research Specifications: Upper: Non-stretch Synthratek synthetic upper Lined: yes Sole: 42 mm TRAX XT-5 high friction rubber


Saturday, January 14, 2012

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.


Friday, January 13, 2012

SCARPA Men's Veloce Climbing Shoe

SCARPA Men's Veloce Climbing Shoe Review



SCARPA Men's Veloce Climbing Shoe Feature

  • Convenient dual power straps
  • Equally at home at the gym or the crag
  • Can be sized for performance or comfort
  • Sensitive enough for the steeps, stiff enough for the slabs
The Veloce shoe from SCARPA is meant for passionate rock climbers. Its suede upper features adjustable hook-and-loop straps for a customizable fit, while the Vibram outsole will assist you on even the trickiest wall thanks to its unbeatable stick. DECENT FEATURES of the Scarpa Men's Veloce Climbing Shoe Convenient dual power straps Equally at home at the gym or the crag Can be sized for performance or comfort Sensitive enough for the steeps, stiff enough for the slabs The SPECS Upper: Suede Midsole: Texon Sole: Vibram XS Edge / 4mm Last: FF Weight: 254 g / 9 oz (1/2 pair size 39)


Scarpa Vapor V Climbing Series Shoe

Scarpa Vapor V Climbing Series Shoe Review



Scarpa Vapor V Climbing Series Shoe Feature

  • Dual powerstrap closure
  • Vibram XS Grip 2 makes these shoes the stick like glue
  • Lorica toebox provides long-term fit and comfort
The Vapor V is all about performance, making it go-to gear that'll climb, boulder, and train without a hitch. The dual strap style provides an adjustable, stay-put fit, while suede and fabric construction supplies lightweight protection that won't weigh you down. What's more, a specialized outsole is all about grip. Train, boulder and climb in the super aggressive and sensitive SCARPA Vapor V Climbing Shoes. Featuring a bi-tension active randing system, the Vapor S provides maximum toe power without painful cramming. Dual power-straps allow for quick on and off while the Lorica toebox provides long-term fit and comfort. With a Vibram XS Grip2, the SCARPA Vapor V Climbing Shoes stick like glue to whatever surface you're taking on.