Buying Online? 5 Stars

By x-p2475615 Ranked #780 - Climbing Shoes November 3, 2008

Gidday

Unfortunately, there are no local stores in my city that stock these shoes.
If you can't try these shoes on in a shop before purchasing (Which is ideal), and/or this is your first time buying shoes online or of this brand.. I'd reccommend putting a peice of A4 paper against a flat wall, put your foot on the paper so your heel is hard back to the wall, then draw the outline of your foot with a pen. Turn the paper over and do the same. Mark which foot is which. Measure how long each foot is in mm. (Be sure to get as accurate as possible, as each half size is 5mm apart, and can make all the difference)
Also, from my own experience; if your feet measure 252mm like mine, don't buy anything less than size 40eu(255mm. I bought size 39.5 (250mm) thinking I would have perfectly tight shoes.. they sure were. Ridiculously tiny, and tight.
If you are looking for a pair of shoes to suit HARD climbing, or the projects you have been working on, shoes that you won't be able to wear all day; Go for the next half-size up from your measurement. For casual, indoor, all-day climbing, go at least a whole size up from your measurement (10mm, 1cm).

Ultimately, trying shoes on in a store is the BEST way to go, then order them at a cheaper price here.

In regards to the performance of the shoes, they are nothing less than awesome, amazing shoes,, durable, grippy, comfortable, good quality shoes.
The straps are good quality and strong. I once had a pair of Mad Rock 'Mugens'. Good shoes for some. I found it's rubber on the toe edge was very soft, and wore out fast. The Stealth, Onyxx rubber is perfect for me, very sticky and durable. No noticable weak spots in the rubber. If you are wearing tight Anasazi's, although they say they won't stretch, they do, Slightly. Also the rungs which the straps go through, broke free from the material, I had to cut slits in the sides of my shoes for the straps to go through to keep them tight. The Anasazi shoe has solid straps, the outer material is also durable and won't tear.

Yes, the heel can be ever so slightly bulky, giving a bit of space. But as I like my shoes really tight, I don't notice it as much as those who like their shoes looser and comfier.

And if it's any consolation, Chris Sharma wore this type of shoe for years.

Well, that's all from me, I really hope this helps someone.

All the best! Keep climbing!

Jared from New Zealand.

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