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In love with Otakis, looking for a softer bouldering shoe
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Hi all, I am new to the forum so my apologies in case I am doing something wrong! I climb mostly outdoor, lead, and I am very happy with my Otaki (42,5 EU) and Finale (42 EU). Now I am looking for a softer shoe, mostly for indoor bouldering, which is very good in smearing over volumes and in overhang routes. I also want to mention that I like Otaki so much because of their quite wide toe box. Some other shoes, with narrower toe box, simply do not work for me. I tried also Scarpa Instict (too hard) and Tenaya Oasi (too narrow toe box). Any suggestions? Thank you! |
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Skwama. |
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Agreed - skwama |
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I have Otakis and the new 5.10 Hiangles (white). I was almost concerned I got the Hiangles too small but after just one session they conformed to my foot and I can't believe how comfortable they are (and they are tight, but comfy) They stick like they are magnetic and became my go-to try hard shoe. 42.5 otaki (mens 9.5) 43 1/3 hiangle (10.5) street shoe 11 us mens (if that helps at all) |
James M wrote: Hiangles are my go to as well, but I wouldn't call them soft. The 5.10 Teams might be more the style the poster is looking for. |
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Great shoes! Have enjoyed mine for the past two years climbing everything from slab granite, cracks, and hard sport - finally got thin on the rubber but lasted longer than any other shoe. I wear a 44.5 street and use a 42 in the Otaki. |
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I’ve asked the same question and answered much like others…Skwama |
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I find the kubo and the otaki are shoes of same shape and fit. The kubo being a softer version that with less structure also breaks in more... HT (a year later) |
