Kataki Climbing Shoe
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The Katana is undoubtedly one of La Sportiva's many classic shoes due to its combination of all-day comfort and technical prowess, while the Otaki's aggressive attitude tackles some of the toughest climbs out there. But where do you turn when you need a comfier shoe to climb long, tough routes like the last few pitches on Moonlight Buttress or basically every sport climb in Greece and Spain? The Men's Kataki Climbing Shoe balances the Katana's comfort with the Otaki's aggression so you can jam into tight cracks, project overhangs, and spend a day at the boulder fields without ever taking the shoe off. It features La Sportiva's tried-and-true P3 construction for long-lasting aggression, and the new S-Heel optimizes the fit so you can heel hook everything. The Vibram XS Edge sole has a stiffer feel than the Otaki, and it lasts a lot longer for climbers on a budget―which is basically every dedicated climber out there.
Details
- High-performance climbing shoe with a focus on comfort
- Aggressive downturn assures proper performance on overhangs
- Moderate asymmetrical curvature enhances comfort for long days
- Low profile toebox works well in tight cracks
- Vibram XS Edge rubber sole has a stiffer, more durable feel
- Expect leather upper to stretch at least a half size
- Item #LSP00CZ
- Upper Material
- suede leather, microfiber
- Lining
- [front, back] Pacific
- Closure
- differentiated lacing
- Midsole
- LaspoFlex with P3 (1.1mm)
- Rubber
- Vibram XS Edge (4mm)
- Profile
- aggressive
- Asymmetrical Curvature
- moderate
- Claimed Weight
- 9.4oz
- Recommended Use
- climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 19, 2020
Good not amazing
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
After trying the Skwama and Otakis, I'm pretty happy with these new Sportivas. They're one of very few downturned shoes that fit nicely without toe curl. They're precise, especially on vertical to slight overhang, and very good pocket stabbers. Not quite stiff enough to be mega-edgers. Good in a two-shoe rotation with TC Pro. TC Pro - 44 Otaki - 43.5 Skwama - 42.5
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