LA SPORTIVA Solution Climbing Shoes

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

I have only used the product for 3 sessions now and it is already broken in perfectly. The first two times were pretty brutal, but it's normal to have discomfort in the beginning. I went with a 42.5 (US 9.5). I wear a 10-10.5 street shoe and climb in a pair of La Sportiva Mythos for routes that are a 42 (US 9). The size is now perfect in the toe (though not comfortable) and the heel. The only sizing issue is in the upper because the strap does not draw tight enough. This has not affected performance, but if the shoe continues to stretch it could in the future. The "beak" (for lack of a better term) on the toe makes sticking feet easier, especially when pitched back, but comes at the price of general discomfort. The rubber wrapped around the toe and heel provides awesome grip and hooking and will ultimately make the shoe more durable in the long run. Overall, I gave it a 4/5 due to the price (I didn't see anything more expensive). I purchased the shoe for bouldering, what it is intended for, but for almost $160 it would be nice to not have to own/carry a second pair for routes. Additionally, EMS needs to reconsider policy/practice on selling high end shoes in stores. None of the EMS stores around here (Philadelphia/Central PA area) carry the product and trying it on first is crucial. I was able to find a local gym that had a pair (used) in order to get an idea of size. In the end I lucked out size wise, but if you want to sell high end shoes you have to start making them available in stores. Any item where fit is of upmost importance should not be a web exclusive.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

I'm mainly a boulder. I've been pretty loyal to the La Sportiva Katana's. The Solution's are true to fit of the Katana. I wear a 10.5 and found the 41.5 is a great fit for me. The Solution's are great so far. I'm curious of how long the toe will hold up. My Katana's seemed to only hold about three months at climbing about three times weekly. The only con, they're a hot shoe. The re-enforced upper rubber and lining gets a little toasty in the sun. Throw on the flops between climbs and the con becomes a pro! Other than that they seem to stand up to the hype, great edger, great heel and the harness strap keeps them snug. Try'em out!

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

Magnificient shoe for anything super steep. It works great of flat vertical as well. I'm not sure how it edges on tiny ledges yet as I haven't done that yet with these. I do ahve a little concern for that because the toe is really soft and feels like it just "gives." My friends that have the Solutions say its the best shoe period. I would agree if all you climb is steep rock. But for those of us who like to climb everything these are more of a specialty shoe.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

I used my Solutions this weekend for the first time, they were amazing. The toe is great, it is perfect to fit into little nooks and crannies. Also, they have awesome grip on the rock. Great Shoe, highly recommend it.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

Snug fit without crushing toes. A lot of toe material - feels a bit disconnected from the rock and losses of sensitivity until that area wears down a bit.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

Awesome shoes. Down sizes like crazy... I wear street shoe 11/11.5 EE and i can squeeze into a 8.5. I guess i like my shoes tight.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

Ok I have bought Sportiva shoes for nearly 20 years. While I still love my Testarossas, these seem to outperform even those. Sensitivity is less in these is the only slight negative - rubber seems thicker which is nice because it gives more rigidity to the shoe for tiny footholds, but you can't feel the holds really well.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

I tried on Miuras to get the right fit since there were no local stores - wanted a shoe I could leave on for a couple of hours. Normally I get a 41 and cram my foot in it. The 42.5 Miuras fit perfectly. I ordered a 42.5 in the Solution, and it was just too big - heel slipped out and the Velcro closure would barely keep the shoe on since it wasn't a continuous velcro on velcro, but a tab at the end of the quick lace system. Exchanged for a 42 and fits perfectly.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

This climbing shoe is extremely good. It is the best shoe that I have ever had and I now will never buy a different model. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to get top-notch climbing shoes.

Comments about LA SPORTIVA Men's Solution Climbing Shoes:

feels like almost cheating, when you are climbing with theese shoes...