That said, many climbing shoes now come in regular and low-volume (LV) models, or may be labeled as men’s or women’s versions (women’s fit usually translates to LV). It pays to try on both ...

Climbing shoe uppers are made of either leather or ... so if you really like one of those shoes, you can try low volume versions of them with more narrow heels. Sportiva has re-classified their ...

If you have narrow feet, try the LV (low-volume) version. Still on the fence? The thick 4.3mm rubber is the most durable on the market, further cementing the Zone’s status as the best value climbing ...

When it comes to choosing climbing shoes, it’s not a decision you want to get wrong. A well-chosen shoe is your ally on the ...

The big climbing brands are responding to an increase ... The lace closure means that what is known for being quite a narrow, low-volume shoe can be adjusted for a slightly wider foot (but not ...

Modern climbers have the opposite problem. Go to any outdoor recreation store and prepare to be overwhelmed by shelves of cutting-edge climbing shoes and marketing gibberish. That’s how I felt ...

Subscribe today. Nineteen years ago, I bought my first pair of climbing shoes—the Moccasym slippers from Five Ten. Ten years and a bunch of different climbing-shoe models later, I bought ...

Cooler temperatures and low humidity make the shoulder seasons ... There’s a little more to climbing shoe construction than that, though, so we tested a batch to help you find the right pair, ...

Do you plan to climb steep, overhung sport routes, or low-angle slabs? To help you zero in on your needs, I put together this guide. Here’s how to choose the best climbing shoe for you. Believe me ...