A very popular activity, climbing may require some essential equipment.
Among them, climbing shoes.
These have a shape perfectly adapted to successfully use the sockets present on the walls.
Moreover, in the case of bouldering, the shoes will be the only necessary accessory.
You can easily use sports clothes already present in your closet as long as they allow you good freedom of movement.
If you practice on track, on the other hand, you will need ropes and a harness to be attached.
Once mainly available in stores or on specialized sites, climbing shoes are now much more easily accessible.
There are many references on the sites of general or more specialized brands in the field of sport.
Consumers therefore have a wide choice according to their budget, their level and the type of practice.
Our selection :
Low climbing shoes, Neo Vel 2, EB
Climbing shoes, Siurana Evo W, Millet
Climbing shoes, Niad VCS, Five Ten
Climbing shoes, Hiangle Pro Climbing, Five Ten
Climbing shoes, Miura Lime 40, La Sportiva
Children's climbing shoes, Speedy, 6A
Low climbing shoes, Neo Vel 2, EB
Go Sports
€54.99
SEE
New to rock climbing?
Then you should appreciate this pair of Neo Vel 2 low shoes from EB.
This model is unisex, and there are a large number of sizes available to suit everyone.
The value for money of these slippers is excellent.
The Optima rubber sole offers very good grip on all types of surfaces.
The microfiber used is soft and elastic.
mixed
Value for money
Many sizes available
Sole grip
Soft and elastic microfiber
Climbing shoes, Siurana Evo W, Millet
Amazon
€118.99
SEE
Easily put on these Siurana Evo W climbing shoes from Millet.
This model is designed for women and has 2 pull tabs.
You can use these slippers indoors and outdoors according to your needs.
They are comfortable and provide good balance.
The opposite velcros guarantee good support.
However, they tend to run small.
2 pull tabs
Indoors and outdoors
Comfort
Balance
Opposite Velcro
Adhesion
Cut small
Climbing shoes, Niad VCS, Five Ten
Go Sports
€139.99
SEE
When you're climbing, enjoy optimal comfort with these Niad VCS slippers from Five Ten.
They can be used both indoors and outdoors depending on your type of practice.
They are easy to close with Velcro and are comfortable.
These slippers have a soft microfiber upper.
Note that they run a little small.
Indoor and outdoor use
Easy to use
Soft microfiber upper
Comfort
Cut small
Climbing shoes, Hiangle Pro Climbing, Five Ten
Go Sports
€152.60
SEE
If you are an experienced climber, you need performance climbing shoes.
This will be the case with this Hiangle Pro Climbing men's model from the Five Ten brand.
These shoes are suitable for bouldering and climbing, as well as indoor or outdoor use.
The support and sensitivity are optimal, as is the grip on the walls.
Route and block
Support and Sensitivity
High level climbing
Good grip
Price
Climbing shoes, Miura Lime 40, La Sportiva
Go Sports
€153.11
SEE
Amazon
144.95 €
SEE
If you're looking for a versatile pair of climbing shoes, you'll love this Miura Lime 40 model from La Sportiva.
These slippers are closed thanks to a lacing system allowing maximum adaptation to each foot.
To help you put them on, a threading tab is present.
This pair is light and very flexible.
It is, however, quite expensive.
The cage
Lightweight
Pull tab
Flexibility
Versatility
Price
Children's climbing shoes, Speedy, 6A
Go Sports
€24.99
SEE
Introduce your children to climbing by buying them this pair of Speedy slippers specially designed for them from the 6A brand.
They are very affordable and easily open or close so your kids can put them on on their own.
The rubber parts offer good grip and they are very light.
Note, however, that these slippers only go up to a size 35.
Price
Easy opening
Good grip
Lightness
Tongue
Only until 35
Why use climbing shoes?
A priori, we could say that sneakers type shoes are the most suitable for climbing without hurting yourself with the grips which are hard and sometimes sharp.
However, they lack flexibility and are not indicated.
Slippers, on the other hand, mold well to the shape of the foot and follow its movement.
Thanks to their reinforcements at the front and on the sides, they allow you to optimize the use of each hold.
Climbing shoes are also lightweight.
They are designed to facilitate movement on the wall and offer very good grip.
How to choose your climbing shoe size?
If you want to be comfortable in your climbing shoes, it is essential to choose them well, starting with their size.
When you put on your pair of slippers, your foot must not float in them.
It must be well maintained at the front, at the back, but also on the sides.
You should therefore opt for the smallest possible pair.
Be careful however, you should not take too just either.
Even though climbing shoes are rarely very comfortable, they should not hurt you when you wear them.
More generally, for beginners, we recommend buying climbing shoes in their usual size or one below.
To make your selection, there will be other criteria to take into account.
We can notably cite the type of practice, for example indoors or on a cliff.
You must also consider your level.
If you are a beginner, it will be of little use to choose a very expensive and very technical model.
Also remember to clean your climbing shoes regularly to keep them as long as possible.
With or without socks?
When you rent climbing shoes, you don't necessarily want to wear them barefoot.
However, it is not advisable to wear socks when climbing.
Indeed, traditional socks will be a little too thick.
They therefore risk creating friction in the climbing shoes which could lead to blisters.
In addition, the socks can reduce the sensitivity in the climbing shoe which is nevertheless essential for climbing at best.
You have to feel the grips as much as possible so that you don't risk your foot slipping or you falling.
If you absolutely insist on wearing socks in your bouldering or on-track climbing shoes, rest assured, it is possible.
There are models specially designed for this activity.
This type of socks will be very thin and will not include seams.
This way you avoid additional friction points and keep a maximum of sensations.
If you tend to sweat a lot on your feet, socks will be particularly useful to avoid sweating directly in your slippers.
There are thermoregulatory models that considerably reduce the humidity present in the slippers.
You will not risk friction and avoid bad odors.
Do not hesitate to alternate according to the practice and the conditions in order to enjoy optimal comfort during each of your climbing sessions.
socks will be particularly useful to avoid sweating directly in your slippers.
There are thermoregulatory models that considerably reduce the humidity present in the slippers.
You will not risk friction and avoid bad odors.
Do not hesitate to alternate according to the practice and the conditions in order to enjoy optimal comfort during each of your climbing sessions.
socks will be particularly useful to avoid sweating directly in your slippers.
There are thermoregulatory models that considerably reduce the humidity present in the slippers.
You will not risk friction and avoid bad odors.
Do not hesitate to alternate according to the practice and the conditions in order to enjoy optimal comfort during each of your climbing sessions.
