Approach Shoes

Climbing and approach shoes to take your feet higher than ever

Go anywhere your feet can carry you with stylish and durable approach shoes. Comfortable and lightweight, these outdoor trainers have been designed to keep you moving on up. Combining resilience with luxury, approach shoes for men and women feature Stealth® rubber outsoles to give you the grip needed when pushing your own boundaries. Equal parts trainer and climbing footwear, performance is fused with the style to take you from town to mountain and back. Approach trainers that slip neatly onto your foot while the sock-like construction provides extreme comfort throughout long hikes on uneven terrain.

Choose the right approach shoe to cover your terrain

adidas understands that climbing is much harder on the feet than just the hours spent on the boulder. As most outdoor climbers spend more time reaching the wall than scaling it, you need to approach with shoes that are tough enough to carry you through rough land. Trainers that include soft midsoles and knit textile uppers for complete comfort during long days on the mountain. Rubber outsoles that remain firm on wet or dry terrain, grip you can trust to protect you when edging and smearing. For extra cushioned support, a rubberised exoskeleton provides you with the support to approach unsteady terrain confidently. Adventure seekers throughout the world can rely on the right approach shoes to keep up with the route of their destination.

Using experience to find the right climbing footwear

Using your own experience will let you know what sort of approach shoe is right for you. Whether it’s a trainer that lets you cling to rocks and sleek surfaces or you're heading to the local park boulder, you need a shoe that gives you durability and comfort throughout. High-performance climbing footwear that provides unbeatable traction and a lightweight feel, all the way to the summit.