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PaulClimbs
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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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Jun 15
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... Read more  
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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... Read more  
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General Climbing  ·  Oct 1, 2022

What is climber posture?

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PaulClimbs
Feb 5, 2023

I think this refers to the head forward and slightly hunched back posture climbers tend to have.

Of course, not all climbers have this posture, but many do, it has become a sort of stigma, giving it the name "climbers posture".
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