It’s recommended that most people order men’s rock climbing shoes one size smaller than their normal size, in order to maintain a snug fit. Rock climbing soles are made of thick rubber.

Cooler temperatures and low humidity make the shoulder seasons ideal for rock climbing ... it up half a size; too loose, keep going down. In order to determine the best climbing shoes on the ...

If your shoes ... rock-climbing shoes out of the box. Make sure you remove all packaging and stickers that might be in the shoe or on the sole. Freeze your shoes. Take two zip-lock bags (one for each ...

If I were climbing El Cap, or any bit of long stone, or cracks, I’d size my rock shoes slightly larger and wear socks for comfort. There is, of course, the question of sensitivity. Performance ...

In the early days of rock climbing, athletes had a simple ... and prepare to be overwhelmed by shelves of cutting-edge climbing shoes and marketing gibberish. That’s how I felt the first time ...

If you’re just getting into rock climbing ... about your shoes stretching too much, size down or opt for a pair with a more ...

Contrary to popular belief, footwork is just as important in rock climbing ... shoes in person. Don't just sample different brands and styles, but try on sizes up and down from your street shoe size.

Rock climbing has gained ... possible in the heels and toe boxes. Climbing shoes can also stretch as you break them in, so consider downsizing a half size for an optimal fit, especially if they ...

My fingers bit hard into a small edge of rock the width of a pencil, and I pushed the rubber of my shoes against little ripples in the stone. On a small ledge some 30 feet below me, my climbing ...