I tend to be doing more and more limestone type trad (a destroyed pair of greens will suffice on grit for now) including quite a few longer routes (potential Dolomites trip coming up shortly), however I am wanting to get onto some harder stuff so pure bumbly shoes aren't really an option. Now, I've resolutely used 5.10 for years but what should I try, Gallileos, something Scarpa based?
I had a pair of bandits I liked them at the time. The rubber was shocking and wore away in a couple of months to the point I could put my toe through them. I don't think I will ever go back to wearing evolv shoes
I've got some Tenaya lace ups. Can't remember which model. They took a while to bed in and felt a bit clunky to start with (rubber felt quite thick). But now I really like them, and will get another pair. I guess they're kind of like an old 5.10 pink but more lateral stiffness. They also seem really well made (although I can only compare them to 5.10 so this perhaps isn't saying much...). JB has some I think??
I use the Banditts for all my trad and longer stuff now, they may well be a little soft for you Paul - I used to climb in pinks (or velcros) in my 5.10 days. If you are after a try of a pair I have plenty in a fairly worn state (I am guessing that as you are also a dwarf you may have similar size feet to me)
Also for Dollies or longer stuff Newtons are great - they take about a year to wear in but last about 5 more. Not the most sensitive though.