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Maximizing Your Climbing Shoe Collection: How Many Pairs Do You Really Need?
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How many pairs of climbing shoes are in your climbing shoe collection? Here is our break-down on the topic of how many climbing shoes you actually need.
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Should you wear socks with climbing shoes? Our guide helps you make the right choice for improved comfort and performance. Tips for socks with climbing shoes.
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Aggressive climbing shoes offer enhanced performance for experienced climbers, but are they a good choice for beginners? Learn more and decide for yourself.
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Lace Vs Velcro: How To Choose The Right Closure System For Your Climbing Shoes
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Not sure whether to choose lace or velcro closure for climbing shoes? Discover the pros and cons of lace and velcro climbing shoes in our comprehensive guide.
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15, 2024
Didn't adam ondra stop downsizing climbing shoes like he used to?
I believe he said in one of his recent videos, or just in a video he was in, that he downsizes his shoes a few sizes less than he used to a few years ago. I can't remember the reason why he said he does it.
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15, 2024
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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PaulClimbs
Jun 15, 2024
should you downsize less in flat neutral shoes?
I would say you should always try them on and see what works for you. The same principles apply to choosing neutral climbing shoes as they do to choosing aggressive climbing shoes - try them on and feel what feels best for you. I would keep in mind the intended usage of the shoes though, since if you are getting neutral shoes, you may be climbin...
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15, 2024
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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