The Cliff 5 from La Sportiva is another classic amongst the field of entry level/all day comfort rock shoes. The stiff midsole provides enough support for those either new to climbing, or looking at doing all day routes. As with the other shoes in this class the stiffness means that the shoe excels on cracks and edgey face climbs, although sensitivity is lost on more rounded rock such as grit and sandstone.

The fleece padded heel rand and tongue ensure that the shoe feels comfortable straight out of the box. The perforated upper should also help to keep your feet that bit cooler, either on long sunny days, or possibly more likely in the UK, in a hot climbing wall. The Cliff 5 stands alongside the likes of the Scarpa Vantage, Boreal Silex, and Five Ten Newton from the other brands.

• Upper: Suede leather, slip lasted.
• Midsole: Laspoflex 1,1 mm, complete.
• Sole: Vibram formula XSV 5 mm.
• Weight: 500g per pair (size 42).
• Lining: Tecno Soft, only in the collar.
• Fit: Medium/Large.

Sizing your shoes
If you require some assistance sizing this shoe to your particular needs check out the following link to our Rock Shoe Sizing Guide