New climbing shoes
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The climbing shoes I currently have, the la sportiva tarantulas, are all worn out and I was thinking about getting some new shoes but a step up. I'm looking for a good all around shoe that's a step up from these but still more casual any recommendations? |
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If la sportivas fit your feet then the katana lace may be a good option |
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5.10 anasazi vcs or pinks are a great step up and are still pretty comfortable |
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Katana are great but much more aggressive than the tarantula. You’ll be happy though. |
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+1 for katana lace. They're aggressive, but still quite comfortable when sized correctly. (Big step up in price, though. Make sure you hunt for a sale.) |
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Make sure to buy from a place that allows you to climb in them for a bit to see if you like them. If I'm buying a pair of shoes I've never bought before I usually go to REI. |
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Katakis are a better next shoe than a Katana Lace. Slightly less aggressive and a bit softer, more versatile in my opinion. |
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Thanks guys! |
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Trevor. wrote: Katakis are actually marketed to be more aggressive both in down turn and asymmetry than the Katana Lace. There's a useful chart here: https://www.sportiva.com/media/wysiwyg/Product_Charts/ClimbingComparisonChart2017_lowres_Page_2.jpg That said, having worn both, it is very hard to tell the difference in those things (very teensy bit more downturn in Kataki). The main difference is the fit of the heel. The Kataki has a higher volume heel (I prefer the fit of the Katana). Would recommend both for a next shoe if you do a little of everything. Go for something softer than either of those if you mostly boulder. |
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Which type of shoe you are thinking of, are you thinking about changing the shape ? would you interested in downturning shoe ,though it depends on your expertise. |