La Sportiva Men's Tarantula Climbing Shoe

About This Item

Design and Details

  • Comfortable, unlined leather provides all-day comfort
  • Long-lasting sticky FriXion RS rubber sticks to plastic and rock equally
  • Highly adjustable closure system adapts to various foot types and shapes
  • Asymmetrical shape helps beginning climbers push the grades at a faster pace
  • LaspoFlex is a super lightweight, ultra-thin synthetic fibre-laminate designed for maximum torsional rigidity
  • Sole: 5mm FriXion RS
  • Brand : La Sportiva
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Web ID: 23QPDMTRNTLCLMBNGFBO
  • SKU: 26061261

REVIEWS

3.2
47%
Recommended

25 Reviews

beckett

Better off barefoot! i bought these 3 weeks ago already falling apart the toe is coming off.

Good Neutral, Cheap Shoe

I bought this product over a year ago and have sent anywhere from v6 indoor routes to 5.11 outdoor sport routes. The shoes are very comfortable and they held up reasonably well. However, the shoes have finally started to fall apart on the very end of the toe box similar to other reviewers shoes. Thoe shoes do a decent job for a neutral shoe and are an excellent beginner pair. I sized down a whole size and they fit well.

Terrible Durability

Bought them and climbed 3 times, after the 3rd climb the sole started peeling

Completely Falling Apart After 3 Weeks Of Use

I bought these shoes new and used them 3 times in an indoor climbing gym, and the soles have almost completely detached from the shoe already. Very poorly made, very low durability, and a complete waste of money.

Worn Out In No Time!

I bought these shoes less than a year ago. I climb about once a week, not overly aggressive, more hobbyist. The toe has worn partially through on one and right through on the other, toes visible! I know these are modestly priced, but I would have expected these to last a few years, not months.

Love It!

Have been using these in the gym about 3x a week for 5 months and they are still doing good. Love this shoe!

Received incentive

Junk. Don’t Waste Your Money

Been climbing in Sportiva shoes my whole life and quality was never an issue, until now. After just two months of very light use (like two one hour gym sessions a week) they started falling apart. The sole of the shoe started separating from the shoe itself. The crazy part is this happened on the outside of the foot, that doesn’t really touch holds or the wall! Not dragging my foot when climbing or anything like that. I was so shocked I contacted Sportiva, thought this was clearly a defective pair of shoes, but they did nothing about it. Super disappointing. Don’t waste your money like I did.

Junk. Fell Apart Within Two Months Of Light Use

I've been climbing in Sportiva shoes my whole life. Always been excellent quality, until now. I bought these at my local gym about two months ago. I have not used them a lot at all. Like twice a week for an hour or so at the gym. I looked down the other day and was shocked to see the outside part of the sole coming off the shoe (see pics). This is not even a part of the shoe that touches the holds, wall! Terrible, terrible quality shoe. Feel like I got ripped off.

First Pair Shoes

very durable shoes, use on in gym and outdoors bouldering

Dont Buy These Shoes

Dont buy this shoe. I had mine for three weeks only and now they're worn through, even though i only climbed a couple of times (in a climbing gym on easy climbs). holes/tears have appeared on both sides (on the toes). They appear to be very fragile, so i think i'll explore another option

Verified Purchase

Great Shoe!

I’m pretty new to climbing so I can only compare them to shoes I’ve rented but I have enjoyed them very much. They are pretty comfortable and light weight. Would definitley recommend.

Verified Purchase

Solid Shoes!

These are my first pair of shoes and I really like them! I’m not extremely experienced, but they seem really solid, especially compared to the rental shoes I’d been wearing! The Velcro is really nice, and I like how you can angle the straps a bit to vary your fit. I tried them the first time and they rubbed a bit on my toes, but since then I haven’t had any hot spots or blisters, so I’m looking forward to climbing with them more!

Verified Purchase

Excellent Beginner Shoe

I bought these for my 12 year old son. They are affordable and great shoe for a beginner. They fit his wide feet and are wiill allow him to progress in his climbing without needing another shoe any time soon.

Verified Purchase

Just As Comfy As The Laced Version

I used to own the laced version of this shoe (La Sportiva Tarantulace) and I'm a huge fan of the velcro closure system. While the heel cup may not be as tight as the Tarantulace's, this shoe is MUCH easier to take on and off...which is especially useful if you're doing a lot of outdoor bouldering that requires you to take your shoes on and off frequently. This shoe will never be as aggressive as the La Sportiva Solution or as well rounded as the La Sportiva TC Pro, but if you're looking for a low-cost but incredibly durable and comfortable shoe, look no further! I love these and expect them to last

Verified Purchase

Great Shoe, Super Comfortable And Affordable

I bought these shoes about a month ago as my first pair of climbing shoes. And obviously I don’t have much experience, but here great, they feel almost sticky on the rock walls and my feet aren’t cramping up every 5 seconds like some shoes I’ve tried on. Great shoe and would highly recommend

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