Buy La Sportiva Katana Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe Yellow, 44.0La Sportiva Katana Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe Yellow, 44.0 Product Description:
- Highly adjustable opposing hook and loop closure for a precise fit
- Lorica toebox for optimum edging power
- Slingshot rand connected to the Powerhinge under the arch to control stretch
- Technical fit
- Ideal for every type of climbing
Product Description
The La Sportiva Katana climbing shoe is an easy, adjustable performance climbing shoe for every sort of climbing. The hook and loop closure will guarantee perfect fit and easy adjustment while the Pacific lined Lorica toe-box will provide toe knuckle comfort and edging power. The Katana is an ideal climbing shoe for climbers who change environments and styles Highly adjustable opposing hook and loop closure for a precise fit Lorica toebox for optimum edging power Slingshot rand connected to the Powerhinge under the arch to control stretch Technical fit Ideal for every type of climbing
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Awesome shoes!!
By somedude
Overall I would classify this as an intermediate climbing shoe. If you're just starting out you may want something a little less sensitive and a little more comfort-based. If you're an advanced climber, you may want something a little more aggressive, and a little more sensitive. But for intermediate climbing these shoes are excellent. I should point out that I haven't used these on routes; just for bouldering.The Good: Almost everything! Great for edging, smearing, and heel-hooking. Rubber stickiness is excellent and sensitivity is good. These shoes look cool, fit great, and have the best Velcro system of any shoe I've ever tried. About the velcro: the wide straps easily strap-down tight and you get some customization in terms of where you affix the straps due to the large circular Velcro patches. Also, the opposing-direction straps (one strap pulls one way, one the other way) provides for a very secure "balanced" feel. Lastly, the shoes feel very well-made and they're made in Italy.The Bad: The trim around the heel cup digs into your Achilles area somewhat - it's not terrible but definitely noticeable. However, over time it will soften up and become more comfortable. Also, the metal "rung" that the Velcro passes through can be felt on your foot (on the inside of the shoe). I haven't noticed it being a problem/painful while climbing, but it's still worth noting.Overall I love these shoes and highly recommend them. When these wear out, I suspect I will replace them with an identical pair. For sizing, I would go down one full size from your street-shoe size for comfort, and 1 1/2-2 sizes for performance (any smaller than that and these are going to be punishingly tight).
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
not durable
By Dmitry
This shoes are quite technical while still being rather comfortable which is great. However the toe tips are completely destroyed after 4 months of indoor (!) use. Now for $150 shoes that is just not acceptable.edit: gear coop (who was the seller) told me their "100% customer satisfaction guarantee" only works for purchases made through their website directly. I wonder what would be the excuse if I actually did that.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
great for bouldering
By Maria Latulippe
i've been using these for about 2 months. and i've found that there better for bouldering because when you whereing these for awhile they dont provide alot of suport and your feet end up hurting for a few days.other than that they provide great grip. my most favorable shoes for overhang and compititions.
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