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4 Best Indoor Climbing Shoes Sleek in 2023
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Get ready to scurry to heaven with these highly-rated Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento. Having a pair or two with these awesome kicks give you that flexibility to get your core workout and climbing dose in the gym, especially when going out into the wild isn’t yet tickling your fancy.

From remarkable new pieces to tried-and-proven classic designs, we’ve purchased and tested 80+ indoor climbing footwear for climbers of all levels of experience. From established brands such as La Sportiva, Scarpa, Evolv, Five Ten, and Tenaya, among others, you have tons of amazing options available. However, if you want certainly the best, we have selected the ones that not only passed our tests and standards but the ones that soared with flying colors.

As professional testers and balmy climbers, we’ve also rated all the pairs and picked our top recommendations in different categories.  Head to our in-depth reviews and enjoy hunting for that perfect pair!

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises | Best Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento overall

La Sportiva Skwama
93
Superb!

What makes it the best?

The Skwama is an excellent climbing shoe for longer sessions of hard bouldering and rope climbing at the gym or crag. The shoe provides quality support while retaining the flexibility to give you a superior sensitivity in all of your climbs. The Skwama is a rare find with its combination of superb comfort and performance.

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Pros

  • True to size
  • Snug fit
  • Public Desire Erika chunky tie up sandal in black
  • Comfy for a performance shoe
  • Durable
  • Joma Genser Running Night
  • Flexible
  • Suitable for gym and crag

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Cons

  • Less breathable
  • Expensive
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Black Yellow (BY)

Best Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento for beginners

What makes it the best?

The La Sportiva Tarantulace is a beginner-friendly climbing shoe that serves as a solid entry point into the world of climbing. Its rubber compound lining the sole and neutral style is excellent for longer climbs. You can’t go wrong with this pair of Shoes Sleek to start your climbing journey.

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Pros

  • True to size
  • Perfect fit
  • All-day comfort
  • Durable
  • Flat midsole
  • Value for money
  • Leather lining

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Cons

  • Poor breathability
  • Thick sole
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Topaz/Red Plum (624502)
Black Poppy (999311)
Turquoise (TU)
grey hibiscus (901402)
olive/tiger (719206)

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Scarpa Instinct VS
92
Superb!

What makes it the best?

The Scarpa Instinct VS is absolutely superb when it comes to technical surfaces and overhang climbing in the gym or on real rock! Small ripples, tiny dimples, and pockets become bomber footholds in this shoe. And your feet somehow stay relatively comfortable considering the performance you get from them.

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Pros

  • Secure fit
  • Very comfortable
  • Superior edging ability
  • Great for heel and toe hooking
  • Suitable for the gym or the crag
  • Durable

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Cons

  • Not for smearing
  • Too painful for crack climbing
  • Not breathable
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Black Fv (70013000)

Best Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento for toe and heel hooking

What makes it the best?

The solution is a superb climbing shoe for hard bouldering and single-pitch climbing at the gym or the crag. It's also great for higher arches and accommodates wider forefoot well. It simply makes climbers trust their feet even on the tiniest, most technical features.

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Pros

  • True to size
  • Secure fit
  • Great for heel and toe hooking
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  • Suitable for gym and crag
  • Durable
  • Sandals TAMARIS 1-28314-28 Mint 760

zapatillas de running mujer supinador amortiguación media talla 35 grises Cons

  • Not for multi-pitch climbing
  • RE DONE Sneakers for Women
  • Expensive
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White/Yellow (000100)

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If you are new to rock climbing, climbing indoors is one of the best ways to learn about the sport. It’s also the most common way for passionate climbers to stay in shape when not climbing on a real rock outside.

To be successful in a gym, climbing Shoes Sleek are critical. Keep reading to learn about what I consider to be important when it comes to finding the best Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento.  

All-day comfort vs. performance-fitting climbing shoes

Finding the best pair of Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento depends on how you want them to fit. For example, do you want to put them on and wear them during the entire session? Or are you okay with taking your climbing Shoes Sleek off in-between climbs?

Shoes Sleek that provide you with all-day comfort radically differ from those designed to give you a performance fit and where some discomfort is normal. Let’s explain the important differences.

Climbing Shoes Sleek with all-day comfort

First off, Shoes Sleek that you can wear for extended periods often have a neutral or flat shape. They fit and feel, more or less, like lightweight zero-drop shoes. They are designed to have your feet fit flat inside the shoe and for your toes to fit snuggly in the toe box.

The La Sportiva Tarantulace and Finale are two perfect examples of flat-bottomed neutral climbing shoes.

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To make all-day comfort possible, Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento designed for comfort are sized conservatively. In other words, you want comfy Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento to fit your feet snuggly but do not cause pain. Typically, this means sizing your climbing Shoes Sleek similarly to your street shoe size so you can wear them for an extended period.

Performance-fitting Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento

On the other side of the spectrum are climbing Shoes Sleek designed to fit your feet tightly. Typically, the tighter your climbing Shoes Sleek fit, the better performance they will provide. This is because tighter-fitting climbing Shoes Sleek are more sensitive, can hold an edge better, and can toe- and heel-hook more effectively.

In most cases, high-performance climbing Shoes Sleek have a moderate to aggressive downturned shape. They are designed to have your feet and toes curl up on the inside, so much so that a certain amount of discomfort is considered normal.   

The Scarpa Instinct and Sneakers CROSS JEANS JJ1R4016C Black, and Skwama are three perfect examples of performance-fitted climbing Shoes Sleek with moderate to aggressive downturned shapes.

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Tight-fitting Shoes Sleek perform better. However, because your feet are crunched up inside, they are less comfortable to wear. Therefore, it’s common to remove tight-fitting Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento in-between climbs while you rest.

 

All-day, comfy climbing shoes

Performance-fitting, somewhat uncomfy climbing shoes 

Shoe profile

Flat or neutral

Moderate to aggressive downturn 

Closure system

Normally lace-up

Lace-up, but most often, velcro

How should they fit 

Snug with flat toes

Tight with curled toes

Ideal terrain type

Vans Classic SlipOn Sneakers Shoes Sleek VN0004KTTLF1

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Good at

Liam Studs Leather Combat Boots 

Toe and heel hooking

A quiver of Shoes Sleek is better than just one pair

Rock climbing is like golf. In golf, it’s generally understood that you will play better with multiple clubs because you can select the best club for certain shots. Well, in climbing, the idea is the same – you will perform better if you have multiple pairs of climbing Shoes Sleek and can select the best pair for certain climbs.

Indoor climbing gyms have a wide variety of terrain types. The wall angles can vary from steep and overhung to less-than-vertical. In addition, the types of surfaces you encounter, be it on a tiny climbing hold, a volume, or hold the wall itself, will vary.

Therefore, it's best to adapt your climbing Shoes Sleek to the terrain you encounter. To do so, you need multiple pairs of climbing shoes.

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For example, a stiff, moderately downturned shoe is ideal for vertical terrain and edging on small holds. A soft, flexible climbing shoe is better for smearing on larger surfaces like volumes. And a super aggressive climbing shoe excels in overhung terrain.

Yes, it’s true, climbing with one type of shoe is often the best way to get started with indoor climbing. Certain Shoes Sleek can handle various terrain types, for example, the La Sportiva Muira.

However, the fact remains the same– as your skills develop and the terrain you climb becomes more advanced, you can give yourself an advantage if you develop a quiver of climbing Shoes Sleek instead of climbing in just one pair.

How to make your Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento last longer

Indoor climbing Shoes Sleek can see a lot of wear and tear. That’s why it’s important to do everything you can to extend their lifespan.

Here are some tips that should help your Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento last longer.

  • Take them off in between climbs. Even if your Shoes Sleek fit perfectly comfortably, you can preserve the rubber on the outsole by not wearing them as you walk around the gym.
  • Dry them out. Letting your climbing Shoes Sleek ventilate and dry naturally after a climbing session will help prevent odors and maintain the shoe’s materials longer.
  • Prada Black Ankle Boots Pre Owned Condition Excellent. Over time, the crisp edges of your climbing Shoes Sleek will degrade. Before you wear a hole in the toe box, get your Shoes Sleek re-soled so you can get a second life out of the shoe because re-soling is cheaper than buying a new pair.
  • Go easy on the closure system. Whether you have Shoes Sleek with a lace-up or velcro closure system, you can extend the shoe's lifespan and prevent premature failure of the closure system by being gentle when you put them on.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I wear socks with Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento?

Yes, you can wear socks with Sandals GRÜNLAND Apre SB1716-L5 Bianco Argento. This is particularly the case with rental climbing Shoes Sleek provided by the gym. However, most indoor climbers who own climbing Shoes Sleek prefer to climb without socks. This is because your climbing Shoes Sleek will fit and perform better without socks.

I can only afford one pair of climbing shoes, what type of Shoes Sleek should I get?

Building a quiver of Shoes Sleek can be expensive. If you want a climbing shoe that can handle various indoor terrain types and surfaces, I recommend a moderately downturned shoe. If you find yourself edging on steep vertical terrain, go with a stiffer shoe. But if you prefer overhung terrain, go with a softer shoe.

How we test climbing shoes

All the footwear in this selection is thoroughly vetted inside the Stefoy-les-lyonShops shoe testing lab. We take note of their material quality, design, innovative features, and out-of-the-box fit. We then personally explore and try them on actual indoor climbing sessions for performance tests.

Our process includes:

  • Purchasing indoor climbing footwear across a variety of brands. We invest our own funds to ensure 100% objectivity in our comprehensive reviews and rankings.
  • Clocking up hours of climbing to assess the actual performance of each model. We perform further testing to determine the strengths and weaknesses of each shoe.
  • Grading the footwear’s level of comfort, beak-in time, traction, climbing precision, edging prowess, heel and toe hooking, flexibility, durability, and many more.
  • Collecting more usable data in our lab. We crack the Shoes Sleek open and we seek any detail we can seek inside it by measuring, weighing, and analyzing them relating to our on-foot experiences.
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Teddy Dondanville
Teddy Dondanville

Teddy is a professionally trained Apprentice Rock Guide with the American Mountain Guides Association and a Wilderness First Responder with the National Outdoor Leadership School. Besides guiding outdoor rock climbing, Teddy also has years of experience in route setting and coaching climbing indoors. Through his guiding, route setting, and coaching, Teddy has experimented with climbing Shoes Sleek for over a decade.