Aside from the ice climbers, mountaineers, and Charles Albert, every climber needs a pair of reliable climbing shoes.

If you’re overwhelmed by the variety of climbing shoes, our expert-vetted guide covers everything you need to know.

So if you’re concerned about your shoes stretching too much, size down or opt for a pair with a more secure closure system.

Resulting pain and deformity can go on to affect gait and even spinal mechanics. The history of the rock climbing shoe Historically, hardcore first ascents were made in normal shoes or hiking boots.

“We’re a climbing brand,” said Ovidio Garcia, a vice president of the company’s footwear division, when unveiling two new Arc’teryx shoes debuting this spring. According to vice president Ovidio ...

Go to any outdoor recreation store and prepare to be overwhelmed by shelves of cutting-edge climbing shoes and marketing gibberish. That’s how I felt the first time I bought climbing shoes.

Resulting pain and deformity can go on to affect gait and even spinal mechanics. The history of the rock climbing shoe Historically, hardcore first ascents were made in normal shoes or hiking boots.