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Five Ten Project Climbing Shoe
what is the life expectancy on this shoe? i would probably only...
By Ethan Smalley
Ranked #93 - Climbing Shoes
January 11, 2011
what is the life expectancy on this shoe? i would probably only use it as an indoor shoe, 2-4 times a week.
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By Thomas Ogasawara
Ranked #1 - Climbing Shoes
April 1, 2011
These shoes have extremely thin soles, only 2mm I think, as opposed to normal climbing shoes which have at least 4mm minimum. Thus, the life expectancy is pretty short, especially if you're climbing in a gym. I'd give them a few months of use before they start showing some serious wear, and a month or two more before you'd have to resole them or throw down for a new pair.
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By Brad Mullins
Ranked #140 - Climbing Shoes
January 12, 2011
I've never used these specifically, but I have used other Five Ten shoes, and I would say that the shoe should last you a pretty long time. Plus, when it does wear out the rubber, you can and should get it resoled. Resoling shoes cuts down on money, break in time, and waste. There are a few places that do it, and you can pick your rubber that you want. Just google it. Hope that helps.
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