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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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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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Do you downsize less or more after getting used to climbing and shoes?
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For me the fit of climbing shoes has always been the same based on the shoes. I haven't changed my shoe size since I started climbing a few years ago, even when I try on shoes I already have, like the Evolv Shaman 2, I still find that the best fit is the same size I got when I first bought them a few years ago.
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 15, 2024
Do you downsize less or more after getting used to climbing and shoes?
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Top Answer: For me the fit of climbing shoes has always been the same based on the shoes. I haven't changed my shoe size since I started climbing a few years ago, even when I try on shoes I already have, like the Evolv Shaman 2, I still find that the best f...
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 12, 2024
How does the mad rock drone cs compare to the original drones?
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 11, 2024
should you downsize less in flat neutral shoes?
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Top Answer: 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 min...
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 11, 2024
Do brands have similar sizing, or does downsizing in one not equal the same size in another?
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Top Answer: 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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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 11, 2024
Didn't adam ondra stop downsizing climbing shoes like he used to?
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Top Answer: 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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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 11, 2024
is there a way to fix a velcro strap that has torn?
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 11, 2024
Are velcro shoes less durable than lace and slippers?
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Top Answer: 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...
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 11, 2024
what should i do if i have different sized feet, should i just get different sized shoes?
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Climbing Shoes  ·  May 27, 2024
it seems like i have a hole under the rubber on the bottom of the shoe, can this be fixed?
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