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La Sportiva make some of the most highly regarded shoes in the world of climbing. They hone the design of each shoe in conjunction with their team of international athletes to ensure the fine details of sensitivity, precision and fit are absolutely perfect. This emphasis on field testing at the cutting edge makes each product unique, and helps explain why so many climbers simply love La Sportiva.
Scarpa’s legendary lead designer Heinz Mariacher drives the development of these innovative and technically advanced rock shoes, with the ultimate aim of matching high performance with maximum freedom of movement. The Scarpa philosophy is that rock shoes should feel like a part of you, and their focus is always on enabling you to feel the rock with maximum sensitivity.
La Sportiva Solution £124.99
Scarpa Instinct VS £124.99
Soft. Precise. Revolutionary. Powerfully downturned yet not pinching or restrictive, this shoe is in its element on steep rock. It’s packed with technology and offers excellent grip on heel and toe hooks. This really could be the Solution for all your problems…
These performance driven shoes excel on technical terrain. The elastic band and Velcro strap give a snug, secure fit while the Bi-Tension system aids performance for success on the smallest edges.
• Suede leather and microfibre uppers • Lined to reduce stretch • Lycra close-fitting tongue • Anatomical midsole in Hytrel • Permanent Power Platform system maintains downturn over time • Fast Lacing System ensures a perfect fit with one Velcro tab • Lock Harness surrounds foot for maximum support and grip while hooking • Moulded 3D heel cup in ultra-grip rubber • Vibram XS Grip2 rubber • 220g (size 42)
• Stretch-resist synthetic Lorica uppers • Velcro strap keeps the heel secure • Elastic band creates a snug fit • Downturned toe for precise placement • Bi-Tension slingshot rand for power and performance • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 235g (size 40)
Sizes: 38 - 44 Code 135503
Colour: Black/Orange (900) Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135115
La Sportiva Katana £114.99
Scarpa Vapour V £114.99
The Katana has achieved legendary status. A technical shoe that climbs equally well on long routes and boulders, it is sensitive, precise and structured to perform at the highest level. Now available in a fresh new colour-scheme, it’s looking better than ever.
The best-selling Vapour V has been overhauled for 2015 and what a result! It retains all the performance from before in a lighter, more comfortable, fine-tuned design.
• Suede leather upper • Lorica synthetic toe box eliminates stretch over toes • Combination of natural and synthetic materials for best sensitivity and fit • Opposing Velcro straps for easy closure • LaSpoFlex 1.1mm full length midsole • Prehensile area under toe for better edging support • Vibram XS Edge rubber • 225g (size 42)
Sizes: 38 - 45 Code 135502
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• Microsuede uppers • Dual Velcro strap closure • Comfortable padded air mesh tongue • Rubber on the toe for toe-hooking durability • Slightly downturned fit • Bi-Tension slingshot rand for power and performance • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 240g (size 40)
Colour: Lime (900) Sizes: 40 - 46 Code 135114
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