SmallShoes Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 So it's not really what I'm sure you're all thinking - What are people's opinions on soft vs. stiff soled shoes for cracks, bouldering, sport etc.? Most people I have talked to prefer a stiff shoe for cracks so they can stand on them more easily. However, I've heard the same reasoning applied to edging on small face features. Personally, I prefer an aggressive shoe that's not too stiff. While it hurts the toes I like the sensitivity I get to feel and grab the small stuff. What about you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuMR Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 a good crack shoe is a not-too-tight moc...or a busted up pair of mocs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archenemy Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 I prefer stiff soled. The downside is that it feels like the shoe pulls on the tendons around my heel right below the ankle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuMR Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 I prefer stiff with my heels right below my ears... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetBoss Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 All of my shoes are comfortably fit. I like super stiffy's for sport (Anazi) and something like a Muira (Sportiva) for the cracks. But I never....NEVER like to cramp my feet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 Soft for all climbing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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