Longtime katana fan

By Andy Jacobsen Ranked #52 - Climbing Shoes September 13, 2010

I have always loved the katana (velcro). So I had to try these. After climbing in lace version I was psyched to find that, much like the original katana, they are an all-around climbing weapon. This shoe really does do it all. The slightly downturned toe helps on the steep stuff but is slight enough that this shoe still smears very well. Also as this shoe breaks it it flattens out a bit, especially if you do not fit them ridiculously tight. I respectfully disagree with the review below that says this shoe is only for places like maple and not for "trad/granite" climbing. I have used this shoe for a ton of granite and trad climbing and have absolutely loved them. They smear, edge, fit in tiny cracks... The laces offer an upgrade from the velcro version as well. The laces never get in the way while jamming your foot in a crack and also allow for a more precise and complete fit.

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