How do you size a La Sportiva Miura?

For sizing, we recommend you purchase your pair of La Sportiva Miuras 1-1.5 sizes below your street shoe size if you are seeking to get the highest level of performance out of them. They will stretch a little bit after their break-in period (which could take a little depending on how often you climb).

Do all climbing shoes stretch?

Your shoes will stretch with wear, but how much they will stretch depends on the brand, model and materials – do some research online for an idea of how much they will stretch. (Leather expands more than synthetic). Try loads of difference shoe brands: different brands cater to different foot shapes.

Do synthetic shoes stretch climbing?

While synthetic climbing shoes stretch less than leather climbing shoes, they do stretch a little bit. The best way to stretch them out is to climb in them for 2-3 weeks.

How tight is too tight climbing shoe?

Generally, for sport/bouldering/gym shoes, look for a fit where all your toes are touching the front and are slightly curled in your shoes. You need to be able to press with all parts of the foot, not just the big toe. The key is you want it to be snug, not painfully tight.

How much will climbing shoes stretch?

We’d generally suggest finding a size that fits you – then possibly size down for better longevity. A very soft leather shoe like the Mythos or Anasazi can stretch up to three or four sizes over it’s life time. Something like the Katana Lace will stretch around a full size.

How can I stretch my synthetic shoes?

To break them in, wear them with thick socks for 15-30 minutes at a time. If your shoes are new and fit comfortably on your feet, slip on a pair of thick, comfortable socks. Next, put on your shoes and secure the laces or straps. To begin breaking them in, wear them around your home for 15-30 minutes at a time.

Are La Sportiva miuras aggressive?

The Miura VS is a time-tested classic from La Sportiva, offering impressive levels of performance on varied terrain. This stiff, aggressive shoe is perhaps best known for its ability to perch on tiny edges, and climbers love it for steep boulders, technical sport climbs, and vertical granite trad routes alike.

What climbing shoes does Alex Honnold use?

Alex Honnold often wears La Sportiva TC Pros which are the Tommy Caldwell signature shoes. In the “Free Solo” documentary, Honnold climbed the Freerider on El Cap wearing TC Pros the entire way. These shoes were designed specifically for Yosemite style, granite, big wall climbing by Tommy Caldwell.

How do you know if climbing shoes are too small?

Your heel should have a snug fit. When you are standing on your toe, ensure the back of the shoe doesn’t pinch the bottom of your Achilles tendon. Everyone’s feet bend differently, but if a shoe is difficult to slip on your foot, it is probably too tight.

What makes the Miura vs so flexible?

The Miura VS is made with a leather upper, allowing the shoe to flex and form to the shape of your foot. Pull tabs help move the heel away as you slip it on, stretching the slingshot rand like a rubber band.

Is there a women’s version of the Miura vs?

La Sportiva also makes a women’s version of the Miura VS, a slightly narrower shoe that is available in a different colorway, which we also tested.

Are Miura vs good for climbing?

For that exact reason, the Miura VS is a great choice for intermediate and advanced climbers looking to invest in a pair of climbing shoes that can do it all, with a focus on steep and overhanging terrain.

Are La Sportiva Miura vs good for wide feet?

For this review, our primary tester was a female who wore the men’s version of the Miura VS—her wide feet were better accommodated by the last of the men’s shoe. La Sportiva also makes a women’s version of the Miura VS, a slightly narrower shoe that is available in a different colorway, which we also tested.