Our verdict
The Tenaya Inti has earned the favor of buyers, thanks to its affordability and all-around performance. However, it is not able to please everyone quality-wise. Overall it can be said that the Tenaya Inti is a rock climbing shoe worth looking into.
Pros
- Comfortable rock climbing shoes
- Laudable performance on edges and smears
- Great all-around shoe
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- Aggressive climbing shoe
- Recommendable for newbies
- Reasonably-priced
- Track and field
Cons
- Comes off after a few uses
- Poor quality
Who should buy the Tenaya Inti
Climbers in search of a comfortable yet aggressive downturned rock shoe may find the Tenaya Inti fascinating. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a climbing shoe that renders high performance in sports climbing and bouldering.
- Prefer a climbing shoe that provides an ideal blend of stiffness and sensitivity.
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Excellent smearing and hooking performance
Featuring a Vibram XS Grip (4 mm) outsole, it is able to stick to slabs and cracks. It allows climbers to smear and hook effectively.
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This Tenaya rock shoe carries a TST multi-layer stretch tex insole. It is paired with a medium-stiff 2D PLT 10 midsole. These two elements promote support when stepping into tiny nubbins, thanks to their sensitivity.
Excellent ground responsiveness
This product employs brand-owned SXR Dynamics. This feature improves ground responsiveness by creating a system that allows the foot to move with the shoe.
Yields a comfortable feel and durability
Microfiber lined with TXT-treated cotton is in the upper of Tenaya Inti. This combination yields a comfortable feel, whether climbing at the gym or crag. Wrapping the base of the upper is a sturdy rubber rand that heightens the shoe’s durability.
Prefer a climbing shoe that renders high performance in sports climbing and bouldering
Additionally, its Velcro closure system and dual heel tabs make it on and off easily.
Same brand only
These Tenaya rock climbing shoes, the Inti and the Ra, have a lot more similarities than differences. Both offerings are okay for all-around use. Their uppers are made of microfibers with cotton linings that make stretch almost non-existent. Making them stick to the ground are Vibram rubbers that are both 4 mm thick.
Making the Inti and Ra different from each other is their volume. Tenaya’s Inti is shaped using a narrower last and accommodates a low-volume foot (for more details, see Fit section above). The latter, the Tenaya Ra, has a mid-volume and mid-width shape.
