Why We Like The La Sportiva Mandala Climbing Shoe
The La Sportiva Mandala Climbing Shoe is for fancy footwork. Featuring No-Edge technology that brings us closer to the rock and Vibram XS Grip2 rubber that is ultra sticky yet still firm enough for lasting performance, this pair has us trusting our feet on sections we once called blank. The rounded toe conforms to the texture of the rock, while the narrow heel and large toe patch bring a new level of precision and security to our hooks.
Details
- Sensitive climbing shoe for an intro into No-Edge technology
- Downturned with high asymmetry for power and precision
- Vibram XS Grip2 rubber delivers max grip in any temp
- High-coverage toe patch provides added security on toe hooks
- Narrow heel pattern and slingshot rand for heel hook stability
- Unlined microfiber upper will stretch about a half size
- Leather insole helps manage moisture and odor
- Hook-and-loop strap provides a quick on-off
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- Upper Material
- microfiber
- Lining
- unlined, leather insole
- Closure
- hook-and-loop
- Midsole
- 1.1mm LaspFlex, P3 System
- Rubber
- Vibram XS Grip2
- Activity
- climbing
- Claimed Weight
- 8.4oz
- Profile
- downturned
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
- Last
- PD85
- Asymmetrical Curvature
- aggressive
Reviews
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Overall Rating
5 based on 2 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJune 19, 2024
Nearly perfect shoes!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 42
Climbed in these for just over a month now and I love them. Climbed in the old genius for about 6 months, and was stoked to hear about this model. Toe box is super comfy, nearly as comfortable as the older mantra. Only thing that is lacking for me is the heel, I wish they would’ve gone with more of a skwama/solution comp heel but it will just take some more getting used to. Overall they’re an easy recommend at least for the gym, putting them on granite on the weekend!
May 28, 2024
Great addition to No-Edge line
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Fit is pretty similar to the Solution Comp and performs similar to the Genius. The shoe has some nice sensitivity to feel out the footholds, but still has the support that is crucial for me to launch off insecure feet. Definitely will be my go-to for bouldering and was amazing to use at Joe's Valley.
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