La Sportiva

Solution Climbing Shoe

Stiffer vs Softer = My Preference

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought:

45

I know the trend is toward softer and softer shoes; but I still like stiffness. Indeed, after a couple of years with a pair of Solution Comps, I decided I liked the stiffness of the original Solution better. It just gives me more confidence on smaller pieces. I don't expect pure boulderers to agree with me; but if you are still doing roped climbing through small features; the Solution might be the "solution" for you as it is for me.

Best shoes on the market

Ive had my solutions for about 3 months now, and i can say they are the best shoe ive owned. I immediatly was able to climb v8, where before I was stuck at v7 for months. Would absolutlely recommend!

Favorite Climbing Shoe

Favorite Climbing Shoe! My street shoe sizes is 7.5 I own these in 39 and 39.5 Based on the size chart I should have 38.5 but it's too small and uncomfortable. 39 fits perfect and I wear them in cooler ideal climates and 39.5 are a little loose which I wear in warmer temps when my feet are a little swollen from heat. I use these for all sport climbing, vertical and overhanging. I own the women's version as well and don't really notice the difference.

Great shoe, with some flaws

I've had this shoe for a couple months now and I can say that these live up to the hype. They edge very well, and heel hook like no other. They can even hold their own on the slab. However, I have a couple complaints about this shoe. The main issue is, after 2+ hours of use a huge blister forms on my big toe. Taping my toe doesn't seem to help it at all. However, this could just be a me thing, so this might not apply to you. Also, the break-in period was the worst break-in period i've ever had. These HURT for the first few weeks. However, they now feel great.

sizing

love the shoe i had a pair of the old modal and they were amazing and lasted long the new model in the same size don't fit they are to big in the new modal witch is a shame as i don't fit them but they were my favorite shoe.

Fits great but straps break fast

I've had these shoes for less than a month and the straps on one of them are already coming apart after working on a project with a toe hook on an arete. While breaking them in hasn't been easy the shoes fit really nice. Probably my last pair that has straps and not laces.

Great fit and performance, but yellow residue

I’ve had these for 2-3 weeks and after every session some bright yellow residue is left on my feet. It’s not toxic or smelly but it’s pretty gross looking.

The Holy Grail

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought:

46

Height:

5' 11"

Weight:

235

We all are on a journey to find the Holy Grail of climbing shoes, meaning a shoe that enables us to climb better and achieve at levels we have hoped for. For me, that journey led me to try the Solution. After a brief break in period, they are really my favorite climbing shoes and enable me to climb 1-2 grades higher than before, plus get into bouldering in an enjoyable fashion. Funny, I ran into a young lady at the local gym that was about to order her 4th, yes 4th, simultaneous pair of Solutions!! I don't know why she thinks she needs that many pairs at the same time; but I'm sure her Gearhead at Backcountry loves her, because she says she gets all her gear here. Inspired by her, I got a 2nd pair up 1/2 size to use when I'd like to keep my shoes on for more than one pitch and don't need the last scintilla of performance I can get with the tighter size on. POSTSCRIPT: Bizarre: One year later, my feet have grown a full size; so now I have a pair of these Solutions in 46 and a pair of the Solution Competitions in 45.5. I wear these Solutions 75% of the time and go down to the Solution Comps when I am trying a route or project that requires more precision. I just think these shows are incredible!!!

Best climbing shoe out there!

I’ve been wearing solutions since I bought my first pair of high performance shoes. I love love them so much! I can’t count how many I’ve gone through but it’s not only my aim outdoor shoe but also gym shoes. These babies heel hook like a boss and stick to anything. I trust them and wouldn’t trad these for any other shoes.

Used for over 2 years now

I absolutely love these shoes. I still remember the first time I tried them on, I saw a great improvement in my climbing. The stitching still holds, no ripping or anything breaking down over the years, still climb like new.