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I’m a fan of Scarpa’s Vision climbing shoes, because they are the only shoes I need to pack whether I’m heading for sport, trad, boulders, or gym—or don’t know what I’ll be in the mood for when I get ...

Exum Mountain Guides wanted a fully supported hiking boot they could use to get from the mountain base well up into the vertical. The trick was finding a beefy approach shoe that performed like a ...

The climbing shoe with good rigidity and strength, able to support on smaller supports. The slightly arched shape accompanies the foot without tiring it even during prolonged use. The velcro closure ...

An exciting model designed around the success of both the Instinct lace and most recent Instinct VS Woman, this version built on the FJW last and using the PAF heel (Pressure adjusting fit) features a ...

We spend a lot of time testing the newest gear every year, but often know very little about the people behind it. So, we sent a handful of our writers out to talk to them. Julie Ellison spoke with ...

The Scarpa Mescalito is a shoe designed to be at home up high, for technical scrambling, or long approaches. It’s aimed at anyone looking to go off the beaten trail, or to add some rocky terrain to ...

Contrary to popular belief, footwork is just as important in rock climbing as upper body strength, so you'd better have a good pair of shoes. The best climbing shoes for you will depend on your ...