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Climbing can be a fun and rewarding pastime, but to get the most out of the experience you need the proper gear. We’ve put this list together so you can find the climbing shoes that are best suited to you and your level of expertise. Everyone has to start somewhere, and these beginner climbing shoes will help you get the best possible start! Before we can start shopping, here are some things you should know.
Material: What are the shoes made of? The leather is the most popular because it’s flexible and will move with you, followed by suede for the same reasons. Choose whichever you prefer for your own climbing adventures.
Gender: This refers to whether the shoes are sized for men or for women. Technically, the sizing method is the only difference between the two, though shoes for women are sometimes lighter than men’s shoes. Pick the one that suits you.
Color: This is the color of the shoe. Most of these shoes come in multiple colors, so if it isn’t a color that suits your fancy there are most likely other options. This is down to personal preference.
Sole Material: Rubber is the most popular sole material for climbing shoes. This is because they grip rocks and boulders better than other types of soles. That’s why all of the shoes on our list have rubber soles.
Sizing: The sizing system is either going to be US sizes or UK sizes. You’ll need to either consult a size chart or do a conversion to get your size if they are sized in a way you aren’t used to.
Closure: Most climbing shoes are closed with laces or straps. Laces are a little more flexible, where straps can get you a tight fit. You should try one of each to see which style you ultimately prefer.
Now that you know all there is to know about good beginner climbing shoes, we can get to our list. We’re bringing you only the best and saving you the legwork (or footwork, in this case). Our top pick is our favorite overall, and our budget pick is our best quality for the money. Check them out if you’re low on time before moving on to the rest of our list.
Samantha Dewitt
Expert Researcher and Writer
Samantha Dewitt is a lead researcher and writer for GeekWrapped, writing under a pen name. She gets excited about pet, baby, and science products and has over 12 years of experience.
Article last updated on:
September 29, 2019
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