Climbing Shoes

CLIMBING SHOES FOR EVERY CLIMBER

Climbing shoes are your most important performance item – they’re your first point of contact with the rock. adidas offers a range of lightweight climbing footwear designed for your sport to take you all the way to the top. Our shoes for climbers offer a good progression from neutral, beginner-friendly shoes all the way up to advanced aggressive models for steep and overhanging routes. See our shoe-type guide at the bottom of this article. It explains the difference between a neutral, moderate and aggressive shoe. Combined with adidas climbing gear, your next climbing adventure will be your most comfortable yet.

CLIMBING SHOES FOR VERTICAL ADVENTURES

Whether you need a shoe for steep climbs and aggressive bouldering or an indoor climbing wall, adidas has a pair of high-performance shoes to suit your needs. Our men’s and women’s climbing shoes deliver a secure grip, stiffer upper and snug fit – just what you need in situations requiring precise footwork. The most aggressive adidas climbing shoes feature a strong downturn and asymmetrical toe box to maximise power and enhance sensitivity while you edge and climb rock walls. These are also your shoe of choice for overhanging routes. Other shoe types are more comfortable and feature soft microfibre uppers designed for the gym as well as the outdoors. These soft neutral shoes offer out-of-the-box, all day comfort and standard-setting performance.

CLIMB CLOSER TO YOUR GOALS IN ADIDAS SHOES

Technology like Stealth® rubber makes sure you stay right where you want to be. Our range of rock-climbing shoes feature extra sticky rubber outsoles for unbeatable grip and durability. Available in a range of colours, materials, and levels of stiffness, you can find the right shoe for your individual style and approach. Our ergonomic heel designs wrap around your heel, reducing dead space and improving your hooking power. A snug fitting shoe with midsole cushioning can also help you power on for longer. adidas also has variety of technical climbing clothing for you to discover, including plenty of layering options for versatility. If you climb in cold or exposed environments, you might also be interested in adidas hats and beanies from our range of climbing accessories.

QUICK GUIDE TO CLIMBING SHOE TYPES

When choosing your climbing shoes, it’s essential to understand the different types: neutral, moderate and aggressive. - Neutral shoes: A good choice for beginners to experienced climbers who want to climb with a relaxed fit for all-day comfort. These are good shoes for slotting into cracks, but they’re not ideal for difficult overhanging routes. - Moderate shoes: Designed as multi-purpose technical shoes, moderate adidas climbing shoes are the all-round heroes for technical single or multi-pitch climbs and tricky bouldering. These shoes have a lightly downturned shape (also called a camber) that’s good for technical climbing and more challenging routes. - Aggressive shoes: These are made for overhanging rock and steep routes. The aggressive down-turned shape creates tension, so your feet work as hooks on the smallest edges. These shoes suit single-pitch sport climbs and routes at the gym, rather than all-day multi-pitch climbs.