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How Can You Improve Footwork For Better Balance?
General Climbing
Mar 25
Elevate your climbing game with better footwork. Discover techniques and exercises to enhance your balance and efficiency on the wall.
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
Are velcro shoes less durable than lace and slippers?
I don't have any lace climbing shoes, but so far I know quite a few people who have Velcro shoes that have torn and the Velcro strap is no longer attached. My shoes are actually very close to tearing it seems as well. I have never seen anyone whose lace shoes have torn though, but I'm sure it happens, I just don't know at what rate compared to V...
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15
Do brands have similar sizing, or does downsizing in one not equal the same size in another?
There may be some brands that have similar sizing, most likely by chance, but overall brands can have very different sizing to their shoes. Even different shoes from the same brand tend to have different sizing.
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The two loops are meant to help you pull your shoe over your heel. Sometimes it can be quite difficult to pull the shoe over your heel, especially for those who choose to downsize their climbing shoes, and having just one loop may just make it diffic...
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All climbing shoes have a break in phase. During this phase, the climbing shoes will stretch and get slightly softer in some areas. The amount at which they will stretch and get softer depends on the size of the shoe, the material, and how you climb ...
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Yes, you can absolutely rock climb if you are overweight. Climbing is a sport that welcomes individuals of all shapes and sizes. While being overweight might present certain challenges, it doesn't mean you can't participate and enjoy the sp...
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Climbing shoes are not meant to hurt, they are meant to be tight, which for some, do mean that they may hurt a little bit. How tight they should be, though, depends on the climber. Climbers need their climbing shoes to be tight so that they can ...
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Your toes should be slightly curled in climbing shoes. This gives you extra power and accuracy when standing on your toes on small edges. It also allows you to be more precise with your footwork by being able to stably place your foot on holds and in...
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Rock climbing is possible in sneakers, and even barefoot for that matter, but it is highly recommended to climb in climbing shoes as they will provide a better base for standing on small climbing holds, and give you better stability and grip on the w...
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Climbing shoes are meant to be as tight around the feet as possible. This insures that the feet will not slip inside the climbing shoes, giving the climbers a much better grip and control while climbing and standing on difficult foot holds, and while...
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