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alvchen
Feb 13, 2002, 2:04 AM
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I've read in multiple places that the Boreal Aces are all-purpose shoes. Someone else told me that they are used solely for trad climbs. But my main concern is, would these shoes be good for someone that has climbed indoor for quite some time, and is trying to go outdoors more?
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leadingedge
Feb 13, 2002, 2:54 AM
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Hi,
That would'nt matter so much, try get a shoe thats very comfortable if your going to climb outdoors. I find that La Sportiva are the most comfortable shoes.
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mountainrat
Feb 13, 2002, 3:29 AM
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I have a pair of Aces. I bought mine a full size smaller than my street shoe- that was a mistake. My partner bought a pair of La Sportiva Mythos, and they are comfortable as hell. In time, they'll kinda form to his foot, too. The difference is that his are slip lasted, which make 'em more sensitive for smears and such, and mine are board lasted, which means there is a piece of stiff material in my sole. I assume that makes the Aces better for standing on little edges, and I must admit, I can stand on some pretty hairy stuff w/ my Bors'. I just bought 'em too small.
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leadingedge
Feb 16, 2002, 7:21 AM
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If you like competitions get a pair of FiveTens
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madscientist
Feb 16, 2002, 7:36 AM
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I would recommend getting a comfortable shoe. My Aces are hard to wear for a long time since the board last puts my foot in an uncomfortable position. Although, if I am not doing multi-pitch routes this does not seem to be a problem. I like sensitive shoes for anything overhanging, like most gyms, and find that the aces do not allow me to use my toes enough. On the other hand, they are good for slabs, and great for cracks of just about any size. Thus, they work well for alot of trad climbing. The most important thing is to get a shoe that fits your feet.
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