La Sportiva Tarantula Climbing Shoes

Multifunctional climbing shoe ideal for beginner and instruction walls. Quick lacing velcro, standard fit.

Suede Leather Upper

Constructed using a suede leather upper, the La Sportiva Tarantula Climbing Shoes ensure the perfect balance of structure and stretch. Designed to provide the right amount of support for uncompromising climbs this upper ensures a glove-like fit. The fabric conforms to the shape of the foot to provide a perfect fit that minimises in-shoe slippage; because a precise fit is necessary when climbing. Added leather in the toe box ensures protection from knocks and scrapes ensuring your feet remain protected at all times whilst rubber in the back ensures your heel is always locked in place. The antiperspirant padded tongue makes shoes easier to pull on and off and eliminates creasing allowing the shoe to look newer for longer. Lastly, an innovative closure system consisting of two velcro straps that pull in the opposite direction ensures a locked-down fit for added midfoot support.

LaSpoFlex Midsole

The midsole of the Tarantula Climbing Shoes is low in profile to save on weight and increase underfoot feel. The Laspoflex midsole is 1.8mm thick to ensure a level of cushioning which doesn't compromise on sensitivity. The specialised midsole incorporates prehensile in the anterior to increase edging capability and sensitivity so you feel changes underfoot without experiencing discomfort. The midsole is designed to ensure added adaptability so you can tackle any climb with complete confidence.

FriXion Outsole

Ideal for beginners, the outsole of the Tarantula Climbing Shoes features grippy yet hardwearing FriXion RS. The 4mm outsole has been added to ensure enhanced durability and grip allowing your feet to respond to all types of terrain. This ultra-sticky compound provides maximum performance as you climb from rock to rock; it is also just as sticky on plastic as it is on rock allowing the shoe to be used anywhere. The unbelievably sticky nature of the shoe ensures traction at all times plus, the rigid nature of the outsole provides unmatched durability so you can climb with complete confidence. The outsole of the Tarantula Climbing Shoes provides a hardwearing grip that will support you anywhere.

Climbing Size Guide

Climbing shoes are notorious for making you size up or size down depending on what shoe you're purchasing or what climb you're planning to tackle. So, we've created a helpful system that will allow you to purchase the right size, the first time. Use the categories below to decide what type of climber you are, then use this information in the size guide below to ensure you select the right size.

Intermediate - Hard and mid-level climbing.

All Purpose - Traditional climbing, bouldering.

Beginner - New climbers who are just starting out.

This Products Size Guide

Intermediate - Drop 1 UK Size

All Purpose - Drop half a UK Size

Beginner - Buy Your Regular Size

Additional sizing information

UK: 3.5 + - US: 5.5 - EU: 36.5.

UK: 5.5+ - US: 7.5 - EU: 39.

UK: 6+ - US: 8 - EU: 39.5.