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metoliusmunchkin
Aug 27, 2001, 5:37 AM
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I was just wondering what are you guys's favourite rock shoes, just tell me what your favourite rock shoes are and what you like about them most and what they do the best, and I'll be all set!
Thanks a bunch!
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kahuna3602
Aug 27, 2001, 7:16 AM
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La Sportiva Mistral, stick like glue, great edge for even the smallest bump
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wandt
Aug 27, 2001, 8:33 AM
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The 5.10 UFO!! I downsized them more than I have any other shoe and they're still the msot comfortable pair I own. They perform the best too.
A close second is the 5.10 Anasazi Lace-ups. I got them in Germany when my UFO's developed a hole. (no sense in wrecking the rand when I can resole it back in Vancouver).
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manuels
Aug 27, 2001, 4:00 PM
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Red Chili Habanero, I bought them a year ago and still like them like the first day.
they are very sensitive (i like that) and have very good grip.
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patman
Aug 27, 2001, 4:30 PM
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The Bufo Spider
they fit like a glove low cost (75 bucks)
vert stickey and durable
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climberchk
Aug 27, 2001, 5:50 PM
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It’s definitely the 5.10 Dragons. These shoes will edge on ANY foot jib, inside or at the crags. They don’t smear as well as the Anasazi’s because of the curve but you'll love them. And if you’re getting a pair, order them a ½ to a full size bigger if not you’ll totally regret it.
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jeffe
Aug 27, 2001, 6:27 PM
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LaSportiva Miura. They fit my foot better than any other I've tried. After tuning them up they stick like glue.
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marcsv
Aug 28, 2001, 4:05 AM
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i've got the la sportiva mistral, been performing well since i got them (no more slip ups).
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kagunkie
Aug 28, 2001, 4:32 AM
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Ill have to go with sportivas they just feel right!!!
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climber1
Aug 28, 2001, 5:50 AM
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anything made by 5.10
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compclimber
Aug 28, 2001, 7:04 AM
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I love la sportive Mirage's but their a little painfull.
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rck_climber
Aug 28, 2001, 6:24 PM
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Has GOT to be the Boreal Ace. I got them about two months ago and have really been putting them through the paces. I love the board last that it has, gives a much more rigid feeling on the rock and takes much of the strain off your calves on those dime ledges. The fusion rubber is adequate, but can't wait to resole them with the 5.10 Stealth rubber (best rubber on the market in my opinion). I use them on face, slab and crack routes. It take a little while to get used to the feeling of them, as you do lose some sensitivity with the board, but once you get used to it, you'll stand on anything with them!
Mick
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dean585
Aug 29, 2001, 7:09 PM
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i like the stealth rubber of the 5 10's and the hueco is a great shoes but i really think finding the right shoes is all about personal preference, what might work best for me might not work for you. its really all about trial and error, and if something feels right then stick with it
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suprepopps
Dec 19, 2001, 1:10 AM
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My favortie shoes are the ones I just bought, LASportiva Miura. I also like tha Cobras
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squeeks
Dec 19, 2001, 1:47 AM
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im with rck_climber. i love the boreal aces. that is the only shoe i have ever worn. i am trying to find a nice slip on though but i dont know if i can retire the aces. i love them too much.
squeeks
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ratstar
Dec 19, 2001, 1:51 AM
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I just bought 5.10 anasazis velcro and lace-ups. I love both pairs cause bouldering I can slip em off quick and let my feet stretch and long routes they give me insect-like climbing abilities (on my feet anyway)
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eclarke98
Dec 19, 2001, 2:24 AM
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I love my La Sportiva Miuras, they fit perfectly and edge great.
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missedyno
Dec 20, 2001, 7:03 AM
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i loooove my scarpa minimas
they're so light, and nice and sticky,too!
my climbing has improved so much with these shoes, i can really feel my footwork.
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climberchic
Dec 20, 2001, 9:06 AM
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Favorite bouldering shoe? Definitly the 5.10 Moccasyms. Only problem is that they stretch out too fast, so to make them last as long as possible, you have to put your feet through binding hell when you first get them. I'd love to try the Rock Sox and the 5.10 Anasazi Velcro, though. My friends rave about them.
Fav sport shoe (also favorite beginner shoe)? 5.10 Huecos hands down. Awesome smearing shoe. Best for women.
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dreweppens
Dec 20, 2001, 3:59 PM
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Because my feet are size 15, I don't have much choice in the matter, but my favorite shoe is the 5.10 Newton. They are comfortable to wear all day but also precise enough to boulder with.
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stigonrock
Dec 20, 2001, 6:49 PM
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Tricky one...
I've had a few pairs of 5.10 velcros, and there all excellent, best friction boot out, gotta be..my fave have to be the 5.10 UFOs...
and also ..I've got 2 favourites...
Boreal Stingers, I love em. Rubbers not quite so good on friction as the 5.10 but I like them for edging, but I think it depends on your foot shape as to whether you can get on with them....
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stigonrock
Dec 20, 2001, 7:02 PM
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Hey Metolius
I just had another thought
Besides picking a boot that your comfortable with..think about what sort of rock type that you climb on the most...
e.g. if you climb on soft rock like sandstone get a boot with soft rubber, a good friction boot like 5.10.
If you climb on something like slate,..(yeah some crazy people in Wales: UK do this) get a really good edging boot..
or just go for an all rounder..
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socialclimber
Dec 21, 2001, 2:38 AM
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I was a Boreal guy through and through. I've owned two pairs. But when my beloved Bambas were due for a trade in I had to broaden my scope cause Bambas are not made anymore and I was hell bent on having velcro. What I ended up with is a pair of Red Chilli Torros. They are lace-ups and they edge, they pocket, they smear, they slice, they dice. The only thing they wont do is make your morning coffee....Which is just as well. So I think when you are hunting for shoes, keep an open mind and always carry an onion in your pocket. you never know when you'l want to put a pair through it's paces
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scotia
Dec 21, 2001, 3:11 AM
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I love my Boreal Diablos. Very simple shoe, but good for anything.
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socialclimber
Dec 21, 2001, 3:22 AM
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I was a Boreal guy through and through. I've owned two pairs. But when my beloved Bambas were due for a trade in I had to broaden my scope cause Bambas are not made anymore and I was hell bent on having velcro. What I ended up with is a pair of Red Chilli Torros. They are lace-ups and they edge, they pocket, they smear, they slice, they dice. The only thing they wont do is make your morning coffee....Which is just as well. So I think when you are hunting for shoes, keep an open mind and always carry an onion in your pocket. you never know when you'l want to put a pair through it's paces
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