Rock shoes - shoes are special, because it is created taking into account, above all, the features of rock climbing, not walking. It is not designed for horizontal surfaces, but is designed to move vertically in it, it was comfortable and safe. Moreover, in addition to the main requirement - walking along the walls - some enthusiasts and athletes enthusiastic about recreational activities make a number of other parameters necessary for them, including, for example, the opportunity to stand in such shoes on trace minerals.
Tips for choosing a rock shoe
Climbing shoes can be called a "link" between the legs of a person and a rock, which is why it is so important that the selected scooters meet the safety requirements. For beginners who are just planning to start conquering the peaks, it is recommended to choose traditional shoes, but first it is necessary to determine the direction in rock climbing and start from this also.
Anyway, in the question of how to choose rock shoes it is recommended to follow a few simple tips:
- Try on a pair of rock shoes in the afternoon, when the legs are not swollen , because then you can find the exact size. In this case, it is also recommended to put on sculls without socks. The rock shoe should literally "merge" with the foot.
- After trying on the shoe, you need to make sure that there is no emptiness between the fingers and the toe.
- The shoes should be slightly bent, but no pain in the fingers should arise.
- In order to check whether the heel height in the Achilles tendon is pressing, it is recommended to stand on your toes and listen to your sensations.
Brands of rock shoe
Speaking about existing models and brands of such shoes, it is worth highlighting several of the most popular and popular brands:
- rock shoes Evolv - universal shoes, where you can safely engage in sports lasagna or send to the climbing wall for honing your climbing skills. Shoes are comfortable and an excellent fit on the leg;
- La Sportiva shoes are a brand that has won respect and popularity among amateurs and professionals of active climbing on rocks. These shoes have a thin sole, which provides a high degree of friction;
- climbing shoes Climb X - affordable and comfortable - will please fans of rock climbing by the presence of double stitches, extended lift and polypropylene intermediate soles;
- rock shoes Rock Pillars - are widely known in Russia. They are a universal footwear, which, thanks to the anatomical design and the synthetic microfiber used, provides special comfort and a successful fit on the leg.
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