La Sportiva Tarantulace Climbing Shoe Olive/Tiger, 46.5

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Tarantulace is the go-to shoe I recommend to anyone learning to climb or looking for an all-day comfort option. It’s supportive enough for long routes, forgiving enough for gym sessions, and durable enough to last through seasons of use. It’s the perfect balance between performance and comfort, especially once that leather upper breaks in.""From first gym sessions to easy multi-pitch climbs, the La Sportiva Tarantulace Climbing Shoe delivers a dependable blend of comfort and control that keeps us focused on the next move. Its flat last and roomy toe box provide a relaxed fit for longer sessions on the wall, while the unlined leather upper molds to our foot shape for a customized feel over time. The tough FriXion RS rubber offers the sticky grip we need for confident edging and smearing, while the 1. 8mm LaspoFlex midsole maintains solid support without feeling stiff. The updated lacing harness cinches evenly for a precise fit and minimizes stretch so the shoe stays secure even after heavy use. Whether we’re dialing in footwork indoors or tackling our first trad routes outside, the Tarantulace delivers the all-around performance that’s made it one of La Sportiva’s most popular models."

Price: $99.00 from Backcountry