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4 posts tagged with "Shoes"

The picture shows a pile of climbing shoes of varying ages spread out on a bouldering pad.
© Phil Geng

The beginner's guide to climbing shoes

by Phil on 4 Oct '14

The world of climbing shoes to a beginner is confusing and complex. This article helps to clear up some of the myths and gives some practical guidance to give you the basic knowledge when buying your ...

Image showing a pair of worn Boreal Jokers on a woven rope mat.
© Phil Geng

Review: Boreal Joker

by Phil on 10 Sep '14
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One of the most popular beginner climbing shoes, the Boreal Joker is worn by climbers all over. Affordable, durable and adjustable, is this the perfect shoe ...

Picture showing an old and worn La Sportiva Mythos climbing shoe, repaired at the toes with climbing tap, together with a brand new one.
© Phil Geng

Review: La Sportiva Mythos

by Phil on 2 Oct '14
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The La Sportiva Mythos is one of the most popular allround climbing shoes available. A firm favourite of the author which is worth considering next time you are looking for a good all-rounder ...

A pair of worn but still very much usable 6 year old Edelrid Typhoons.
© Phil Geng

Review: Edelrid Typhoon

by Phil on 11 Mar '16
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When Edelrid first entered the climbing shoe market I admittedly wasn't too sure what to think. I had known Edelrid for a while and was well aware of their pedigree in rope access equipment and ...

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