REVIEWS
37 Reviews
John p
I bought a pair of Mythos Eco’s about a month ago, and there is already a hole/ split in the toe. It’s a good shoe over all, but the durability is lacking.
Shawn
I bought these to get started with bouldering and I have no regrets. I was told I might want to start with a more aggressive pair by the lady at the gym, but I haven’t found that these shoes hinder me at all. I get a lot of compliments
Mama V
So happy I bought these! Son in law absolutely loves the fit and security he feels while wearing them. Impressed with the inside of the the shoe comfort and how the foot feels like one with the rock walls, yet supported and protected.
Solarguy
I have been wearing the la sportiva mythos shoe for many years this Is me 3rd pair in 20 years of climbing they are comfortable yet still maintain a precision fit.
Hot dog
Bought these bad boys for longer gym sessions where aggressive shoes aren’t necessary and for outdoor trips where it’s a pain to pop your shoes off after each go. These shoes are super comfy and grippy. They aren’t crazy stiff so tiny flakes can be tough to stand on but that’s to be expected with a pair of kicks like these. Also stoked to stuff these in some cracks, although I haven’t given it a shot yet.
msellis62
I have always climbed with La Sportivia and have loved them. This shoe however wears out very quickly on the toe. Just 4 months into using them and the toe is completely tore out.
Slevenelleven
So I bought these as my second pair of climbing shoes. The first ones were Velcro and I probably acted in haste and got a size too small, thinking if I wear them tight enough I'll be a "real" hardcore climber 😂. These shoes are perfect for my foot and the laces allow for the optimal tightness and comfort. I will definitely be using these for a long while. I've improved my skill and ability and definitely feel I've got my money's worth.
Wolverine
Hello. I got the Mythos eco because my original Mythos started to fall apart. The sole started to get holes and was pretty thin. I was hoping to get a new pair but all they sell now are these Eco style. The fit is about the same. Feels a bit snug still after two climbing sessions. The back of the shoe is really irritating my heel. I wish they didn't sew it right at the heel like that. It really smarts after half a day of climbing. The original pair I own doesn't. But looking at it it appeared to be the same design. So I assume it will just take some time to soften up. Too early still to tell. But the price is right. Bottom line, the mythos is a good all around shoe. Last pair last me about a year. Just indoor climbing twice a week. They were so comfortable. I know in the beginning it's going to be rough in any new shoe. So I'll give it some time. I recommend for people with wider feet. It's not super wide but a little wider than some others. As far as fit. I wear an 11.5 in every day shoes. I order a 9.5 in these. They are really snug, but should loosen up. The last ones did. And fit perfect.
Bob 2
Used for crack climbing in granite. The laces near the buttons at the fron of the toes snapped, rendering the shoe useless and requiring a replacement lace. Both bottons on both sides of the shoe bends quite quickly and becomes a pressure point in the shoe when jamming.
carobean
I have worn mythos for over a decade, however the new eco version break down incredibly quickly. After only three months of climbing both toes had broken down. It is still the same comfortable shoe but not worth buying an eco product that lasts 1/4 the normal length of the previous version. Please bring back the old shoe!
Jesse P
While I wish I could say I am sending everything in front of me in my new shoes, I can at least say they're an upgrade from my last pair. I enjoy the string tightening around the heel, it keeps the fit snug. Would buy again.
Ceebee
Bought these shoes this season and after the initial break-in period they have been very comfortable and served me well for crack climbing however…. The sole started delaminating fairly soon after purchasing them and now, with maybe 30 or 40 pitches of use the sole is almost starting to come off! What good is a crack shoe if you can’t jam it in cracks?? Seems like they’re not very durable or they’re not using good glue or something. It’s a shame because otherwise the shoes have been nice to wear.
Stone monkey
This is my sixth pair of these shoes, I was a little leery of the new “echo, “version but they seem to be as good as ever. They fit my feet like a glove and very comfortable while still performing well even on more difficult routes.
Azwiscocreek
Its really sad to see a tried and true product you have relied on go down in quality. I love this shoe and have been wearing it since I started multipitch climbing 8 years ago. I used to have this shoe +laces last multiple seasons. After 2, weekend trips to Yosemite and a 6 weeks of climbing in the gym 1-2 days a week the laces have completely ripped and the rand is wearing significantly fast. I usually expect a pairing climbing shoes to last a bit longer then this especially when they are designed for this purpose for crack climbing!! La sportiva I love your shoes and want to use them but this makes me want to look somewhere else. Please work on your quality and laces and I will reconsider thank you.
Looking for New Shoes
I have owned about seven pair of the old Mythos over ten years, and many of my friends had pairs of these as well. We all agree- this is a terrible new version that has very little in common with the previous Mythos. It feels cheap and plasticky. The rubber is not as sticky and feels thick and clunky on edging (used to be the real feature of the Mythos). The laces are cheap and lacing not fitted. The body doesn't;t mold to the foot as it used to. All in all, a different and awful imitation of what used to be an excellent shoe. Why did you do this, La Sportiva?
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