In recent times the approach shoe has broken free from its esoteric climbers-specific categorization and, for many, has taken the place of the lightweight fabric boot – offering instant comfort, better sensitivity and breathability, whilst giving a more street friendly look and still providing a good level of technical performance.

Due to our heritage, Rock + Run tends to stick to the more technical or climbing applicable approach shoes, that is we generally offer a range of shoes which will not only get you to the crag but also offer a decent level of performance on the rock. Whether it be jugging up El Cap, scrambling in the Lakes, GR walks or incorporating a days walking with a few easy solos we like to think we’ll have something to suit.

Please be aware that many of the shoes we offer feature high traction ‘sticky rubber’ soles units (Stealth, Frixion, Vibram XSV etc.), and whilst these provide superb levels of grip and performance they do tend to wear a little faster than the standard Vibram, and the like, rubber soles found on more generic approach shoe brands.