#La sportiva katana velcro plus

Lining: Dentex on the back Pacific in the front Details: The Katana lace up is a significantly changed design, and a great improvement on the older Katana velcro.

If you require some assistance with sizing this climbing shoe to your particular needs click here: Rock Climbing Shoe Sizing Guide Specification The Katana are well established in the La Sportiva Climbing Shoe range and are a recommended choice for intermediate climbers, looking for a comfortable and versatile velcro all-rounder, suitable for everything from multi-pitch trad climbing, to everything but the steepest and hardest of boulder problems. Technical shoe with innovative closure, consisting of two Velcro straps with differentiated and opposite pull direction.

#La sportiva katana velcro plus

The Vibram XS Edge sole is one of the compounds used by La Sportiva on their climbing shoe soles, this XS Edge is best on edges as the name suggests, as it reduces deformation when standing on small edges, plus it has the bonus of being quite durable. As with most La Sportiva climbing shoes sizing needs to be researched, check out our sizing guide at the end of this product description.įor those interested in some technical details, it is the prehensile area in the midsole that provides the slight downturned shape and gives stability to the shoe. It should be pointed out that the Katana is fairly narrow around the ball of the foot and tends to suit climbers with narrower feet better than those with wide feet. In regard to fit, the combination of leather and synthetic materials make for a comfortable shoe and with opposed closure straps, a great snug fit can easily be achieved. Despite sharing the Katana heading, the lace up and velcro versions of the Katana are dramatically different shoes beyond just the closure system (see my Katana Lace review for a deeper dive on this). The slight downturn, reasonable stiffness and great edging capability mean the Katana are great for everything except the steepest of terrain. Whilst the shape may still be off-putting for new climbers, there is a good chance that intermediate climbers who are used to rock boots, will be able to wear the Katanas for extended lengths of time. Ideal Terrain: overhanging sport routes, bouldering, gym climbing and technical face climbing.

What makes the Katana a true all-rounder is the moderately technical shape. The La Sportiva Katana is a versatile, velcro climbing shoe that balances sensitivity, precision and structure, making it ideal for intermediate climbers. South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands (GBP £)