By Sharael Feist
2003
Guide Rating: ****
Pros:
- Specifically designed for women
- Women’s specific last
- Double heel pull-tabs
Cons:
- High-cut heel
The Bottom Line: For women climbers, this is a great shoe. It’s built to fit a woman’s foot, which is much different than a man’s. You want your feet to be as comfortable as possible while scaling those rock walls.
Description:
- Speed lacing system
- Sticky rubber soles
- Unlined, slip lasted
- High arch
- Narrow toe
Guide Review: There is a definite difference in fit with this shoe compared to some non-gender specific rock climbing shoes. The only complaint I have is that the back of the shoe rides a little too high for my comfort, digging into the back of my foot. I do enjoy the extra padding in the tongue and the pointed toe. There are also very sticky shoes, which will help you hold on.