La SportivaMiura Climbing Shoe - Men's

I sized down a half size from my worn out tarantulas, and maybe that was a bit too much? They fit maybe a little too tight, but hopefully they wear in nice after a few more sessions. It's weird, it fits perfect on my right foot, and a little small on my left foot, which is apparently just a tad larger I have discovered thanks to these shoes. The toes on these really bite into holds and make smearing really effective - indoors at least. See if your local climbing gym has these to try on before buying I guess, or if you don't mind the back and forth of trying on via returning until you get the right size on Amazon.

I wear a street shoe size of US 12, Mens.I initially bought these shoes at size 44.5, which equates to US size 11The shoes felt snug, but not tight. And there was just a little bit of room for my big toe to move around. Honestly it was perfect and if I knew that they'd fit like that forever I would have kept that size. But I asked someone at my gym with these shoes and she said that over time, with sweat etc... the shoes will stretch a little bit. Based on that, I returned them and purchased a pair at size 44 (US 10.5). That size is right for me. The shoes are tight but not painfully so. Even new, I can wear them for 2 hours in the climbing gym before they start hurting very much.Sizing aside, I can't say enough good things about the shoes in general. They feel strong and supportive, but I can still feel the holds, the quick laces make a custom snug-fit very easy, and unlike some other La Sportivas the stiff heel isn't so tall it jams into my ankle. The shape is slightly aggressive but still good for a long climbing session.I've had a pair of intro level velcro shoes, then owned a pair of mid-level slippers, now I have these upper mid-level lace-ups. So far I like the lace-ups best but had I got these in velcro I imagine I'd be just as happy.So, down-size at least 1 full size would be my recommendation. If you like your shoes to stay tight and last until you wear them out, I'd suggest going down 1.5 sizes like I did.

UPDATE: After sorting out the right size (11.5) and breaking them in, these shoes are great. The toe allows you to put your foot on extremely small holds. I might try and find in-store if ever another pair is needed, so that it is faster to find the right size, but the quality was worth the hassle in this case.ORIGINAL:I am now on my 2nd refund/3rd order. All reviews said to size down. DONT. Normal shoe size 10.5, ordered 9.5 expecting them to be larger than a usual 9.5 and stretch (based on all the reviews). Several inches too short. Ordered 10.5s, still cant even fit foot in completely. Will update review once I finally get a pair that fits....

Great climbing shoes for the moderate climber. The heel and general shape of these is likely more aggressive than the beginner climber will want or need for their first shoe, but its a great moderate shoe that can handle multiple styles of climbing.

The classic Miura Lace, what else needs to be said? It's a do-it-all weapon that will work no matter what. Are there better shoes for specific tasks? For sure, but if I'm taking one pair of shoes on a trip where I could see anything, Miura lace, all the way. I wear a 42.5 street shoe and a 41 in any La Sportiva. Nice and tight, but not so uncomfortable I'm ripping them off after every attempt. Repeated tries on routes or boulders, no problem. 20-30 minutes of continuous ARC training, sure.

I bought these with the goal of getting a more aggressive fit. Went a half size to a full size down from my usual fit that I use for multi pitch all day use. If you have a narrow foot the toe box will fit well and right with a little room in the heel. The laces help with forming the shoe better to size. The sole has a good stick to it. Will definitely take a decent amount of sessions to get broken in.

The rubber is sticky and the shoes are comfy due to the fabric lining on the inside but the fit is not great. The shoe bends a lot between the heel and toe box, allowing air to get into the shoe and the heel cup to become loose with every bend of the shoe. In addition, if you have a large big toe, you'll most likely have to go up a half size, as the toe box shoves the big toe in a little.

I had a pair of these years ago when I was climbing more regularly, and used them for years. They have great edging power, and the fit is very tight in all the right places without being such a squeeze that I can't keep them on for longer multi-pitch work. Some people have had problems with quick delaminating--I haven't experienced anything of the sort, but will keep an eye out for it on this pair.Like others have suggested, get these a size or a size and a half below your street shoes. Ideally, try them out in person before buying online, and go for a fit that is as snug as comfortable--like all leather shoes, these will stretch.