New Shoe Guide

by Lucas McDevitt

April is a great time to get outdoors and start this climbing season off right. But to do that starts with the right gear. Get set up with the latest and greatest gear inside at our R3 Pro Shops!

The Latest Shoes from Five Ten

Five Ten has released their new Asym, a versatile shoe for sport climbing and bouldering. “For beginners seeking performance and advanced climbers looking for comfort, these shoes offer versatility for sport routes. They’re built with an asymmetrical hook-and-loop closure that helps dial in a secure fit and an unlined leather upper that conforms to the foot for extra comfort. A moderate downturn and a medium-stiff midsole let you take on technical moves with ease. They have a Stealth® C4 rubber outsole for uncompromising grip and edging power and a rubberized print on the forefoot for extra durability and support.

Revamped Scarpa Shoes

This season, Scarpa has revamped the Vapor V “A precise, versatile and best-selling shoe that marries a comfortable fit with steep climbing performance, the redesigned Vapor V features fresh colors, a microfiber upper and our Bi-Tension™ active rand for a premium combo of durability and sensitivity.” The new Vapor V also features a redesigned heel rand most like the Instinct VS and VSR to give climbers even more precision on heel hooks

Find the right gear for your outdoor climbing trip at our gear shop today!