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crackrn
Dec 26, 2004, 12:50 PM
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What brand/style do you like? (I did do a search, promise!) My hikers have just about killed my feet so I'm a'lookin' for a new pair of shoes!
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irockclimbtoo
Dec 26, 2004, 3:20 PM
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climbinginchico
Dec 26, 2004, 10:52 PM
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I like to travel light yet still have something supportive and comfortable. I use Pearl Izumi's trail running shoe, the Take. It's a great shoe with lots of traction. Also does surprisingly well scrambling, taking 3rd and 4th class approaches with no problem.
I'm sold on PI shoes, I have 7 pairs.
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oldsalt
Dec 26, 2004, 11:58 PM
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Columbia approach shoes, with the soft rubber treads that really grip granite.
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vegastradguy
Dec 27, 2004, 12:29 AM
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i've been pretty pleased with my Montrail D7's. i got them because they're fairly light, low profile (good for when they're clipped to your harness) and have a nice vibram sole that edges well. They've also held up much better than my old mountain masters.
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climbhoser
Dec 27, 2004, 12:41 AM
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old style Kayland SPider. It's wide (I wear EEEE), unlike the LaSportiva Boulders, and climbs amazingly well. I climb th eCosmic Wall at Castle CRags (runout 5.6) in my Kaylands without a problem. Of course I've done it fifteen times :)
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holdplease2
Dec 27, 2004, 2:17 AM
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I will fight to the death for my Scarpa Lite Ascents. Technical lacing (many holes for perfect fit) great rubber, thick soles to protect when carrying very heavy loads, fine for narrow feet.
Great edging, solid shoe.
Plus. They are blue suede. Sweeeet.
They are heavy, though, if you are going to clip them to your harness for climbing. Running shoes might be better if that is the case.
Hope this helps,
-Kate.
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glyrocks
Dec 27, 2004, 2:20 AM
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chacos. the do all shoe.
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mikeyullinger
Dec 27, 2004, 4:17 AM
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ok..... stupid question, is what i pay for what i get. like, if i pay cheap will they be bad/cheap shoes?
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anykineclimb
Dec 27, 2004, 4:31 AM
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One thing I never skimp on is footwear.
Buy the best you can afford and fits you. this is especially true for backpacking.
For approaches I will generally use Teva Guide sandals for most but also have vasque trail runners or Raichle Scout boots(2nd pair) based on where I'm going.
The Raichle Scouts are great! I've even climbed 5.10 in them
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mikeyullinger
Dec 27, 2004, 4:39 AM
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can i buy used ones, and if i do what should i look for?
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theflyingsquirrel
Dec 27, 2004, 5:17 AM
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for signs that they have been used. hahahahaha
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mikeyullinger
Dec 27, 2004, 5:18 AM
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well duh.... but i mean how weared should they look before i say 'it's too used' :?:
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theflyingsquirrel
Dec 27, 2004, 5:24 AM
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i actually have a pair of waterproof solomon boots that kick serious ass that were used (they were my brothers i got them as a gift) i should post a picture because they are in pretty good shape, and if you can find a pair that look as good as these do then your in luck.
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pointy
Dec 27, 2004, 5:37 AM
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Unless you only plan on using them a little, might as well spring for new, you'll be happier in the long run. Used is nice because it means cheap. If you can find a used pair that's like new, great, but if the sole is half gone, you'll only get half as much use as you would out of a new pair.
The crux of approach shoes is striking the balance between the support/comfort for hiking and the fit/sensitivity for climbing. You have to pick a pair with the strengths you want. Like any item that tries to do two things at once, they're not going to be aces at either.
I've got a pair of La Sportiva Exum Ridges. They climb pretty well (about 2 grades below what i lead in climbing shoes), and have enough support to let me do 7 or 8 miles with 30lbs on my back. Most importantly, they fit like a dream.
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kafish
Dec 27, 2004, 7:23 AM
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I always wore skateboard shoes when I skated, and since they are designed for being on a board I was suprised when I didn't fall walking on LAND? What gives? One day I even decided since they worked on a skateboard and a sidewalk, maybe they would work for hiking to the crag. They worked so that is what stays on my feet.
I guess where I am really going with this is a lot of you use running shoes or hiking shoes, thats cool and understandable seeing as how those fit with the activity of walking to a crag or down after some multi-pitch but there are a few companies making "approach shoes" as in specific for this activity and i did not realize approaches were so demanding that finding a qualified shoe was an issue.
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bonin_in_the_boneyard
Dec 27, 2004, 8:32 AM
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Tevas
They're a lot lighter than Chacos, and for god's sake, who would resole a sandal?
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crackrn
Dec 27, 2004, 8:32 AM
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It's not so much that the approaches are demanding , it's more that on skeery approaches I've taken to wearing my climbing shoes for every last little bit of stickiness I can scam (read: I"m a wuss). And since my hikers have hurt my feet ever since I've worn them, when I buy a new pair, I just want a comfie fit and climbing rubber on the bottom!
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crackrn
Dec 27, 2004, 8:33 AM
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In reply to: Tevas They're a lot lighter than Chacos, and for god's sake, who would resole a sandal?
My boyfriend, if he could find someone to do it!
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gunksgoer
Dec 27, 2004, 8:57 AM
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i got the mad rock frenzys, but they have a low heel and give me blisters whenever i try and wear them (fun when its time for rock shoes). they now sit in my garage. i really dont like them for the heel thing, but if the heel fits u well id really consider buying them, they climb really well.
im still waiting to find guide tennies in my size in stock at a store, i think the heel will be better for me.
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grimpiperx
Dec 27, 2004, 10:02 AM
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In the most recent R&I they seemed to say many good things about the MadRock aproach shoes.
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coreydacat
Dec 27, 2004, 3:49 PM
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i used to use tennies for scrambling around to approach climbs at J tree, but i eventually got a pair of 5.10 approach shoes, and the rubber works wonders for me. it really makes a huge difference for me, but then i've climbed with people who walk and scramble around in flip flops and seem to survive. another person i know uses chacos (sp?) which are soled with a type of climbing rubber (i think they came that way), and can do anything i can do and more while scrambling around. in my opinion, they are definitely worth it.
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irockclimbtoo
Dec 27, 2004, 4:09 PM
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tony_saltillo
Dec 27, 2004, 4:10 PM
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I regularly use my adidas "adventure" shoes , they are not slippery , they have lots of tooths that grab the ground preety good, and it doesnt matter of they get dirty because they are old , and I can be wearing them hours and they great because they have a lot of sole and they abzorb all the impact , sorry for my english, i have been using them about 3 1 year and they appear as new
tony
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