Climbing

Climbing

Ask a question

Categories

Show more Show less

Latest Climbing questions

Scarpa Vapor Lace vs Vapor Velcro?

By paullpl447
14th Mar 2016
2.7K
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 14th 2016
The Scarpa Vapor Lace is designed as the sister shoe to the Velcro version with the rubber sole stretching the entire length of the shoe. Please read our full EpicTV Gear Geek long term review from http://www.epictv.com/photo/article/climbing/scarpa-vapor-lace-long-term-test

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

Whats new with Scarpa Vapor V 2016 climbing shoes?

By paullpl447
14th Mar 2016
1.7K
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 14th 2016
Did you mean what's new in the new Scarpa Vapor Lace shoes? The Scarpa Vapor Lace is designed as the sister shoe to the Velcro version, and keeps the ethos of the original, with a few new and unique features. The rubber sole stretches the entire length of the shoe, rather than stopping mid-way like the Velcro model. This makes the shoe much stiffer and improves the way it climbs on small footholds. This stiffness continues with a rubber ‘exoskeleton’ that crisscrosses the out-side of the shoe.... (more)

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

From where can I find La Sportiva Otaki review video?

By paullpl447
12th Mar 2016
1.3K
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 12th 2016
You can find EpicTV Gear Geek Otaki shoe review video from http://www.epictv.com/media/podcast/the-la-sportiva-otaki-climbing-shoe---2015-review-%7C-outdoor-2015/602757

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

Which Vibram rubber sole do La Sportiva Otaki shoes have?

By paullpl447
12th Mar 2016
777
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 12th 2016
Otaki men shoes have a Vibram XS Edge rubber sole and Otaki womens have Vibram XS Grip. Vibram XS Edge provides maximum resistance to deformation on small edges for the heavier climber and Vibram XS Grip provides for lighter climber maximised stickiness and traction without being too stiff.

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

When will La Sportiva Otaki rock boots be available?

By paullpl447
12th Mar 2016
755
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 12th 2016
Otaki shoes will be available on March, 2016

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

Which upper material is used for Sportiva Otaki climbing shoes?

By paullpl447
12th Mar 2016
658
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 12th 2016
Otaki shoes upper is made from microfibre and leather with using tubular construction.

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

Does La Sportiva Otaki shoes for Women have a same construction as Otaki shoes for men?

By paullpl447
12th Mar 2016
1.4K
1 Reply
plehti's picture
plehti
Mar 12th 2016
The main differences are the fit (Otaki for women is narrower) and the rubber used for the sole. Men's version is made with using Vibram XS Edge rubber and Otaki women's version with Vibram XS Grip, which provide lighter climbers better stickiness and traction.

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

I'm looking at getting some micro offset brass wires. Can anyone recommend the best ones?

By Shayne Henderson
10th Mar 2016
1K
1 Reply
false's picture
Craig
Mar 11th 2016
DMM brass offsets are an improved version of the old HB offsets which DMM bought the production rights too when HB closed down. RP's are made by Roland Pauligk in Australia but I don't know if they're still in production. The acronym RP now may refer to micro nuts because of their wide spread popularity. The best is to pair the DMM brass offsets with IMP's or another brand for more versatility and a greater choice of placements. Be aware the that for free climbing the small sizes are likely to pull out or break the placement or even fail due to their low strength rating.

Login or sign up to reply.

0
+1-1
Reply

Pages

7 of 97
We use cookie on this site to enhance your user experience. By continuing to browse this website, you are confirming your agreement. To find out more about our privacy policy, including use of cookies, please visit our Security Policy.
Close