Great First Climbing Shoe

By Eric McCammond Ranked #59 - Climbing Shoes November 21, 2008

I am fairly new to climbing and recently had to buy my first climbing shoes. I wear a 14 and I live in Japan, so shopping locally was out of the question. I bought 2 different pairs online...the Five Ten Anasazi and the Five Ten Spire...both in size 14. I made it about 5 minutes before I decided the Anasazi was not for me. They tortured my feet and would have never allowed me to get through a climbing session without wanting to give up. The Spire was comfortable, but snug. I've since become quite fond of my new sport and I'm progressing to more difficult climbs. The Spire is my shoe.

I understand the concept behind tight shoes and I think the Anasazi probably fit perfectly. But, I'm not at a climbing level where a tight shoe gives me a climbing advantage. I'll leave the ridiculously tight shoes to the expert boulderers out there. Maybe I'll join you later;)

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