La Sportiva Theory Climbing Shoe
Theory Climbing Shoe
Grumpy old climbers who have never touched a plastic hold are about to have their minds blown... Extreme sensitivity combined with high dynamism allows the Theory to have unprecedented pepidexterity and reactivity on holds. Climbers looking to take their comp style to the next level need search no further.
The Theory is an aggressive yet ultra-sensitive slipper with single hook-and-loop closure locks in the heels, which feature a reduced volume to allow for maximum precsion on heel hooks. They offer top-to-bottom sticky rubber and an all-new hybrid sole that combines no-edge features to adapt to the futuristic footwork required for modern competition climbing.
These will stick to plastic slopers like glue, while the shoe's overall structure facilitates compression and power on modern comp routes. You'll feel the world beneath your toes because of the shoes extreme flexibility and the differentiated thickness of rubber on the sole, all combining to allow you to climb intuitively and with as much power as you can drive into the Theory's toes.
Specs
- Designed for comp-style routes, overhung sport routes, and modern bouldering
- Extreme sensitivity combined with high dynamism allows the Theory to have unprecedented reactivity
- Innovative combination of No-Edge and edge performance adapts to modern comp routes and bouldering
- Vibram XS-Grip 2 Sole with differentiated thicknesses to enhance pedidexterity on climbing holds
- Structure designed to facilitate volume compression on modern comp routes
- Reduced volume heel allows for maximum precision on heel hooks
- Rubber toe cap covers 90% of the toe surface for greater grip on the uppers
Last | PD 85 |
Fit | Downturned and asymmetric |
Construction | Tubular / slip-lasted |
Closure | Hook-and-loop strap |
Upper | Microfiber / leather |
Midsole | P3 system |
Lining | Unlined |
Sole | 1/2 sole, No-Edge Dynamic Technology |
Outsole | 1.9 - 4mm Vibram XS Grip 2 (differentiated) |
Weight | 430 g / 15.1 oz |