Our verdict
Fans of the climbing scene had better prepare for the exciting stuff Synergy has on offer. Indeed, this bouldering genius grants immense sensitivity to a variety of wall/rock features. This looker of a shoe also provides remarkable smearing performance.
Pros
- Fantastically sensitive
- Its fit management system consists of two hook-and-loop straps
- Highly recommended for bouldering
- Eye-catching design
- Impressively comfortable
Cons
- Add a product
- Who should buy the Boreal Synergy
Who should buy the Boreal Synergy
The Boreal Synergy is a brilliant offering whose great utility and aesthetics come in equal measure. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a climbing shoe that is crafted for senders who need extra forefoot power in tackling challenging climbs.
- Boreal Synergy vs. Dharma.
- Need a climbing shoe that delivers freer movements without sacrificing in-shoe security.
Highly recommended for bouldering
In Synergy, what provides climbers with adequate slip and skid resistance on different kinds of surfaces is the Boreal-exclusive Zenith Ultra outsole.
Depending on the size of the pair, its thickness can be anywhere between 4 mm and 4.5 mm.
Excellent climbing security
The low-top enclosure of the Boreal Synergy is mainly made of microfiber. It is built with an elastic tongue (integrated) and an inner liner. To help wearers climb with more security, the heel and forefoot zones of these kicks come with a heavy-duty rand.
Between the two climb-focused kicks, only the Dharma has a midsole
They also reinforced the Synergy’s toe zone with a rubber rand so that climbers can toe hook with enhanced traction.
Between the two climb-focused kicks, only the Dharma has a midsole
Its fit management system consists of two hook-and-loop straps.
Provides assistance when wearing
updated 27 Mar 2023.
Boreal Synergy vs. Dharma
The Synergy in this head-to-head is pitted against another one of Boreal’s quality climbing kicks—the Dharma. Read the points below to discover their differences.
Pricing. On this front, the Synergy bags the crown for being the less-expensive rock climbing shoe. Yes, it is cheaper than the Boreal Dharma by about $40.
Weight. Those who wish to climb as agile as possible might find the Boreal Synergy the better misapportion in this regard. Indeed, the featured rock shoe is lighter than the Dharma by approximately 20 g.
Midsole. Between the two climb-focused kicks, only the Dharma has a midsole.
