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 ...

Virtually all rock climbing gear is focused on safety, except for your climbing shoes, which are all about performance. Those snug-fitting, smelly rubber shoes might not look like much at all, but ...

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

Contrary to popular belief, footwork is just as important in rock climbing as upper body strength, so you'd better have a good pair of shoes. The best climbing shoes for you will depend on your ...

If you’re just getting into rock climbing, it can be tempting to buy the coolest, flashiest gear, but finding the best beginner climbing shoes is actually pretty simple. They should feel relatively ...

The style choice of not wearing socks—or going “commando,” raw doggin’ it, etc.—in rock shoes is, like the jellyfish haircut, a recent phenomenon. When I started climbing in 1973, almost everyone wore ...

Upgrading your climbing shoes is one of the best ways to accelerate your performance. That’s especially true if you’re looking to level up from beginner or intermediate routes to more advanced grades.