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Adam M.
Jun 14, 2023
You can put them in the freezer, but I would ask for what purpose? Some climbers do put their shoes in the freezer to help get rid of odor causing bacteria which helps reduce bad smells, but that only helps to some extent, it might not completely get rid of the bad smell. If it is for the smell, then yes freezing your shoes is just one step you ... Read more  
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Adam M.
Feb 14, 2023
As a seasoned climber, I can tell you that both core strength and back strength are crucial for climbing performance, but they serve slightly different purposes. Core strength is essential for maintaining body tension and control on the wall. It helps you stabilize your body and transfer energy efficiently through your limbs, allowing you to cli... Read more  
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Joshua
Jul 29
I wouldn't. Downsizing isn't really meant to be a beginner thing, it's really not beginner friendly. The whole point of downsizing is to have better control and performance for the more difficult and advanced routes, beginners don't climb on advance routes that require high performance shoes or downsizing. I would hold off on downsizing and only... Read more  
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Joshua
Aug 3
I have taken a few breaks from climbing here and there, sometimes for a few months at a time, and each time my shoes felt more like plastic than I remembered. It's not to the point where it's a whole new break-in process, but, it usually takes about a session or two to get used to them again. It's really about getting my feet used to climbing shoes... Read more  
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Answered a Question    Jul 31

I just started climbing, should I downsize beginner climbing shoes?

I am still using beginner climbing shoes, but I wonder if I should have downsized them or not. They seem to fit, but are not snug all the way around my foot, is that normal?
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As Joshua answered, you really dont need to downsize beginner shoes, because they are beginner shoes. Once you get past the beginner stage and get to the point where downsizing can actually contribute to your climbing, then its worth considering downsizing.
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