As the gear-review manager, I own over 50 pairs of climbing shoes. And that's lowballing. I'm trying on new shoes almost every week. My feet hate me. First World problem? You betcha. Forget all you ...

Do rock climbing shoes need to be uncomfortable? We’re not going to lie, in the world of rock climbing there can be a bit of a balance between performance and comfort. A certain level of discomfort ...

In the early days of rock climbing, athletes had a simple choice: Slip on a pair of rubber-soled high-tops or don a pair of heavy hiking boots. Suffice to say, footwear was limited and unsuited to the ...

Whether you enjoy pulling through complex routes in climbing gyms, projecting on overhanging limestone cliffs, or meandering up moderate multi-pitch routes, the type of climbing shoes you wear ...

One of the most important pieces of equipment in rocking climbing is your shoes. Whether you’re practicing at a gym or scaling the mountainside in nature, proper rock climbing shoes are imperative for ...

Wearing the right pair of climbing shoes is vital when you’re high above the ground. But just because the shoe fits doesn’t mean you should wear it. Depending on the type of climbing you’re ...

Australian cycling shoe manufacturer Bont will release a new climbing shoe in late February named Zero. The shoe will be Bont’s first shoe targeted specifically at weight reduction for climbing, and ...

The average shoe size for men in the United States is between a size 10 and 11. Knowing your shoe size can prevent foot pain and other problems.

As the popularity of climbing continues to surge, the demand for high-performance gear is greater than ever before. While a ...