Tenaya

Ra LV Climbing Shoe

Stretchtex microfiber is a flexible synthetic material that conforms to the shape of your foot, providing a snug and comfortable fit. This enhances your performance in climbing shoes by allowing for better foot placement and reducing discomfort during climbs. Additionally, its lightweight and breathable properties help keep your feet cool and dry.

TXT-treated cotton enhances the breathability of the fabric, controls odors, and increases resistance to stretching. This is crucial for climbing shoes, as it ensures comfort during long climbs and helps maintain the shoe's shape over time, allowing for consistent performance.

Vibram XS Grip rubber is specifically designed for high traction and grip on various surfaces, making it ideal for climbing. Its 4mm thickness provides durability while maintaining flexibility, allowing climbers to feel secure on small footholds and challenging terrain.

Asymmetrical curvature refers to the design of the shoe's toe box, where the big toe is positioned more in line with the shoe's center. This design improves precision and power during climbs, allowing for better foot placement on small footholds, which is essential for technical climbing.

The downturn of a climbing shoe refers to the angle of the toe in relation to the foot. A slight downturn helps with precision and power, especially on steep or overhung climbs. This design allows climbers to engage their toes more effectively, providing better control and grip on challenging surfaces.

While climbing shoes with features like Stretchtex microfiber, TXT-treated cotton, Vibram XS Grip, asymmetrical curvature, and downturn are specifically designed for climbing, they may not perform as well in other sports. These features are optimized for grip, precision, and comfort in climbing, so it's best to use them primarily for that purpose to ensure safety and performance.