The Ultra Raptor Mid II Mid JR GTX is the perfect choice for getting kids into hiking. It’s neutral comfort and highly adjustable closure system will fit a wide range of kids and help them get into climbing for $75. Not to be left out, kids get three great new models including the Tarantula JR, a smaller version of the popular Tarantula climbing shoe. Recycled materials contribute to a reduced environmental impact and a larger, wider fit accounts for neoprene socks. Canyoneering shoes need to do it all and the La Sportiva TX Canyon offers support, flexibility, traction while wet or dry, and can shed water quickly. Vibram Idrogrip provides excellent traction on wet or dry surfaces at $139 for the TX2 EVO and $129 for the TX2 Evo Leather. The TX2 EVO and TX2 EVO Leather are both lightweight approach shoes that stow easily thanks to strong C2 ComboCord and can be resoled to extend the life of the shoe. The extremely popular TX line gets a major upgrade with the ability to easily resole it. Updated aesthetics and design increase performance while maintaining the same fit and feel for $85. ![]() The best-selling climbing shoe in the US, the Tarantulace, is now even better, with an unlined leather upper, asymmetric shape, and roomier toe box. ![]() The Tarantula is 8.4 ounces for men, 7.5 ounces for women and retails for $95. Yet, the slight asymmetry is aggressive enough to perform on steeper routes and trickier moves. The new Tarantula, with its focus on comfort, is easy to use and get on and off. At 8.4 ounces for men and 7.9 ounces for women, it is $120. It is constructed from eco-leather that does not use heavy metals in the tanning process and is biodegradable. The new Finale is a shoe equally at home at the gym or the crag and with 40% of the shoe made from recycled materials, it reduces overall environmental impact. The Katana Lace is 8.8 ounces for men and 7.5 ounces for women and retails for $210. Tubular construction provides comfort while a highly breathable tongue works in conjunction with the liner for moisture management. The Katana Lace is an all-day edging machine that performs well on slabs, thin cracks, and steep routes outside. The Mantra weighs 5.2 ounces and carries a $160 MSRP. ![]() The deconstructed upper and reduced sole thicknesses improves sensitivity by bringing the foot closer to the rock’s surface. This slipper combines La Sportiva’s No-Edge concept with D-Tech Technology, the sole wraps the shoe laterally for a total absence of edges. Overall, La Sportiva continues to push innovations as far as possible and we’re confident that customers will embrace these new models as superior performers.”įor climbing shoe minimalists who enjoy dancing up the wall, the Mantra relaunch is a dream come true. “La Sportiva enthusiasts often suggest that certain models are perfect and shouldn’t be changed but for Spring 22, the Mantra, Katana Lace, Finale, Tarantula, and Tarantulace all have major changes, as does the TX2, which has been the basis for our success in the approach category. “La Sportiva is never content to rest on its past successes and is consistently pursuing innovations, even to models that are very successful,” says Jonathan Lantz, president of La Sportiva North America. Kids also have new models with the TX Canyon, Tarantula JR, Ultra Raptor II Mid JR GTX, and Ultra Raptor II JR models. The updates continue in the approach category with new renditions of the TX2 Evo and TX2 Evo Leather and the introduction of the new TX Canyon. ![]() The Mantra, Katana Lace, Finale, Tarantula, and Tarantulace are all brand new. La Sportiva, makers of the world’s finest mountain footwear, apparel, and ski hard goods, today announces that for Spring 2022, several iconic climbing shoe models are fully redesigned and updated for modern climbing.
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