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Black Diamond
Session Suede Approach Shoe - Men's

4.505376344086022 out of 5 stars
93 Reviews

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Why We Like The Session Suede Approach Shoe

We appreciate the durability of the Session shoe to take us from work to gym to bar. The suede leather upper looks at home in the office and while working your boulder project, and the harder wearing rubber will last for many approaches to the crag and commutes around town.


Details

  • An approach shoe that can handle problems on and off the boulder
  • Suede leather upper provides durability and molded fit
  • BlackLabel Street Rubber is harder wearing to survive city streets
  • Slingshot stretch heel squeezes out dead space in your heel cup
  • Fully lined for comfort while working beta and while working 9-5
  • 9mm heel-toe drop provides relief for your calves after sending
  • Item #BLDZ9E5
Upper Material
[upper] 1.8mm suede leather [toe cap] BlackLabel Street rubber
Closure
lace
Last
relaxed approach
Footbed
die cut comfort EVA
Midsole
low profile comfort EVA
Sole
BlackLabel Street rubber
Claimed Weight
10.5oz
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year

What do you think about this product?

Overall Rating

4.5 based on 93 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 3 reviews
2 Stars - 6 reviews
3 Stars - 2 reviews
4 Stars - 12 reviews
5 Stars - 70 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

March 29, 2025

Love these shoes

Great around town shoes. Have been through a few pair and am sad they seem to be discontinued.

Gabriel W.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 10, 2025

Great Shoe - runs small

Shoe as described, excited to use them as a versatile shoe for travel and outdoor adventures. Had to return for a larger pair - they run small.

Teresa F.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 2, 2025

My most complimented shoes

I'm not a shoe guy; I never really receive compliments on my shoes, and I never thought about it. These have been a conversation piece and were complimented the first three times I have worn them; today was the fourth, with no comments. They look good, non-climbers like them, and climbers see the versatility. My normal shoe size was the perfect fit in these. The heel makes them very easy to put on and take off, but they can be a little loose for technical climbing. I have made it up a few 5. 4s and under in these with no issues. I work at a climbing gym as an instructor, and it is so convenient to have these. It's not bad for sharing beta, and it is easy to slip on and off.

Stephen B.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

February 12, 2025

Using as an every day shoe

Great shoe easy to get in and out of while holding on to your foot

Connor J.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 20, 2025

Got these for traveling and

Got these for traveling and they are amazing. Very comfortable and easy to put on. The fit is a little loose and I don’t think they would make a good approach shoe but for easy cragging and day to day stuff they are perfect.

chase k.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 15, 2025

Best shoe ever!!!

I'm blown away by these shoes. They offer unparalleled comfort, making them ideal for both climbing approaches and casual outings. I have zero regrets about this purchase and am eager to add more pairs to my collection.

Steven B.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 22, 2024

Great shoe!

Super comfortable! Sage looks great! Fantastic everyday shoe

Alasdair C.
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Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 15, 2024

Awesome Easy Slip On

They do run a bit small, but outside of that I really like the shoe. It feels like good quality, is very comfy, and I feel fairly confident on some loose/slippery terrain with them on

Brad A.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 1, 2024

Comfy and durable

Really good shoes, really comfy and good looking :)

Francois M.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

2 out of 5 stars

October 10, 2024

Not great

If you are looking for sturdy approach shoes, look elsewhere. The suede on mine ripped when I was walking (???) and the heel feature means your heel slips out with any moderate pressure applied to the toe.

Dillon R.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com