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Title: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on May 07, 2010, 10:05:43 pm
Please post on this thread if you come across sale shoes online anywhere! That way we can all find cheap shoes when we need some. Because I can't find any anywhere...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Adam Lincoln on May 07, 2010, 11:27:26 pm
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Talon.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Talon.html)
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Spectro.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Spectro.html)
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Stix.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Stix.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on May 09, 2010, 10:26:01 pm
Nice find cheers
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on May 09, 2010, 10:36:14 pm
Steve Coogan: Paul Calf - Shoeshine Boy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jk7UPS1dzw#)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on May 10, 2010, 10:49:14 am
 Scarpa Visions are available for 40 quid, plus a load of boreal , 'cos your worth it  (http://shop.northwestface.com/index.php?cPath=185&osCsid=ufmr76i8npeg33cbrv40256nd5)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on May 10, 2010, 01:59:13 pm
Nice juan, thanks.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gremlin on May 10, 2010, 06:48:37 pm
Scarpa Visions are available for 40 quid, plus a load of boreal , 'cos your worth it  (http://shop.northwestface.com/index.php?cPath=185&osCsid=ufmr76i8npeg33cbrv40256nd5)

Are the Visions a good shoe? I'm thinking of ordering some to replace
my ageing Scarpa Vantages.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jmews on May 12, 2010, 01:57:32 pm
Anyone know how the Boreal crux fit? They have a 10 which might be in my range if they run small. I wear a 9.5 miura vs and a 10.5 evolv optimus.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gremlin on May 13, 2010, 01:05:36 pm
My Scarp Visions just arrived. Seem pretty good, good fit too! Not bad for £40 deilivered  :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on May 18, 2010, 01:57:45 pm
Gremlin, hope you get on with them ok. I know a few people who love their visions. I had velcros of them but they were too flexible for me. The lace ups are stiffer.

EB tends to be more expensive than most, so I don't know how these price up.

La Sportiva Katana = £74.99 (http://www.ellis-brigham.com/cgi-bin/psProdDet.cgi?prod_code_in=135502)

Scarpa Vortex = £37.49 (http://www.ellis-brigham.com/cgi-bin/psProdDet.cgi?prod_code_in=135005)

 Other shizzle (http://www.ellis-brigham.com/cgi-bin/psProdSrch.cgi?&transid=&search_text=climb-sale&formCategory=All&formBrand=All&sale=&mode=33188&config=1,0,0,1&srchType=&rowsFound=24&pageLimit=72&orderBy=&max_price=&Gender=&colourCodes=)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gremlin on May 18, 2010, 05:14:34 pm
Gremlin, hope you get on with them ok. I know a few people who love their visions. I had velcros of them but they were too flexible for me. The lace ups are stiffer.

I got the lace-ups, tho' I do find I have to pay special attention to the way I lace them up to get the shoes nice and snug across my entire foot or they do seem a bit flexy.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ben87 on May 24, 2010, 11:11:47 am
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Vision-Lace.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Vision-Lace.html)

visions for £30 but not in my size.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on June 08, 2010, 12:40:06 pm
Some cheap pumps here:

http://www.climbers-shop.com/696/climbing_shoe_sale.aspx (http://www.climbers-shop.com/696/climbing_shoe_sale.aspx)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Krank on June 15, 2010, 05:04:53 pm
A few cheapish pairs of shoes from Lakes Climber

La Sportiva Solution £92
Boreal Luna £47.99
Evolv Rockstar £52
Evolv Pontas £54.99
Scarpa Vantage £39.99
Five Ten Anasazi Verde £49.99





Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on June 23, 2010, 11:15:26 pm
Leeds wall had some Teams in today at 57(or 65 maybe) squid. For those amongst us requiring either clown shoes or those slight of hoof. 5-6 and 9-10 only(at this price).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on July 27, 2010, 11:57:40 pm
Tried the teams on again the other day, they just don't fit  :(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on July 28, 2010, 10:05:46 am
I just got a pair of katanas for £62 from Go ourtdoors. I went in picked up a pair then invoked the price match thingy by showing them this:

http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana (http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gremlin on July 28, 2010, 10:45:42 am
Some good deals here at rock+run (odd sizes though)

http://www.rockrun.com/categories/LATEST-DEALS/Rock-Shoe-Deals/ (http://www.rockrun.com/categories/LATEST-DEALS/Rock-Shoe-Deals/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on July 28, 2010, 10:46:57 am
I just got a pair of katanas for £62 from Go ourtdoors. I went in picked up a pair then invoked the price match thingy by showing them this:

http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana (http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana)

So you could pay them £7 more ? That's what I call supporting your local retailer. Very commendable.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 28, 2010, 11:02:05 am
I just got a pair of katanas for £62 from Go ourtdoors. I went in picked up a pair then invoked the price match thingy by showing them this:

http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana (http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana)

So you could pay them £7 more less ? That's what I call supporting your local retailer. Very commendable.  :thumbsup:

£90 at Go Outdoors (http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/sportiva-mens-katana-sportiva-climbing-shoes-p117216) but their price match policy includes 10% less than the other advertised price so £69 (http://www.nevisport.com/results.asp?search=katana) less 10% leaves the (rounded) figure of £62.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on July 28, 2010, 12:14:40 pm
What slackers said.

For info though, the other supplier that you're price matching with must have the size you want in stock or go outdoors won't match it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on July 28, 2010, 12:21:08 pm
BB / Slackers

Cheers. That 10% extra discount is well worth knowing about.

(Sorry about the earlier comment - I thought I was being amusing but it just looks sarky now)
 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on July 28, 2010, 12:32:17 pm
I forgive you, but if it happens again I'll pay Slackers to inform you of the benefits of open source software.  ;D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on July 28, 2010, 01:03:01 pm
Noooooooo
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 28, 2010, 01:08:25 pm
(Sorry about the earlier comment - I thought I was being amusing but it just looks sarky now)

 :oops: I rarely get sarcasm humor when chatting face to face, let alone on t'net.


I'll pay Slackers to inform you of the benefits of open source software.  ;D

 :lol:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: bobber on July 28, 2010, 01:22:55 pm
For anyone trying to exploit this deal in London I just rang the new Go Outdoors in Colindale. They had never heard of katanas, said they didn't have any and had no idea when they would be getting any. Fuck my urban life
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on July 28, 2010, 01:54:37 pm
They've got them in Swindon, but have limited sizes. If anyone wants me to check size availability or get them a pair (subject to credit check  ;)) then I can nip out during my lunchbreak sometime.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on July 29, 2010, 04:12:27 pm
These guys are doing free delivery and free returns for exchanges/refunds and some cheapish shoes:

Clicketyclick (http://www.facewest.co.uk/Climbing-Shoes.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Jaspersharpe on July 29, 2010, 05:09:21 pm
Do people really pay £115 for climbing shoes? That's just madness.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 29, 2010, 05:18:15 pm
Do people really pay £115 £80 for climbing  shoes ZX9000 trainers? That's just madness.

 ;)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Jaspersharpe on July 29, 2010, 05:27:55 pm
I've paid £80 actually but that's not the point!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Paul B on July 29, 2010, 06:07:12 pm
Do people really pay £115 for climbing shoes? That's just madness.

supposedly there is to be a couple of price increases coming soon on some of the ~85 quid boots so in the end Jasper, you're not going to have much choice (maybe if you bought your other shoes at Next?)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on July 29, 2010, 07:19:52 pm
Do people really pay £115 for climbing shoes? That's just madness.

better get your arse in gear and get sponsored
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Jaspersharpe on July 30, 2010, 07:52:06 am
Do people really pay £115 for climbing shoes? That's just madness.

supposedly there is to be a couple of price increases coming soon on some of the ~85 quid boots so in the end Jasper, you're not going to have much choice (maybe if you bought your other shoes at Next?)

It's ok. I've climbed so little in the past year (  :( ) that I have two virtually new pairs, one of which was free and the other pair that cost me £35. Once they get anywhere near wearing out I'll start scouring the internet bargain bins (  ;D ).

Suppose the thing that surprised me was the disparity between some shoes at £75 - £85 and others at £115. And the fact that (as 90% of climbers are total punters) people must be buying the more expensive ones in the mistaken belief that it will make them better at climbing?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 30, 2010, 09:17:22 am
Suppose the thing that surprised me was the disparity between some shoes at £75 - £85 and others at £115. And the fact that (as 90% of climbers are total punters) people must be buying the more expensive ones in the mistaken belief that it will make them better at climbing?

You mean expensive shoes don't help me climb better?  I've no hope  :P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on August 16, 2010, 02:33:16 pm
(http://images.mec.ca/media/Images/Products/Climbing/5019935t_v1_m56577569830851969.jpg) (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442630978&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302756227) maybe call in the favours with your canadian friends that are MEC members
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Krank on November 25, 2010, 09:30:25 am
http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx)

http://www.campfour.co.uk/29378/products/Five_Ten_Team_5_10.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29378/products/Five_Ten_Team_5_10.aspx)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chris_j_s on November 25, 2010, 11:13:48 am
Not sure if this has appeared elsewhere on the boards but Rock and Run have Evolv Talon's for £35

http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Talon.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Talon.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on November 25, 2010, 12:10:17 pm
http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx)

http://www.campfour.co.uk/29378/products/Five_Ten_Team_5_10.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29378/products/Five_Ten_Team_5_10.aspx)

OooooOOOOooo. Im tempted to get another pair of Dragons. might go a half/sive up this time  :'(
I really need a pair of grit/gym shoes tho. Would love to find a cheap pair of Magos or Anasazi Whites... Anyone seen any going cheap? (spare the bird jokes)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Reprobate_Rob on November 25, 2010, 12:14:55 pm
Some Magos at Rock&Run - http://www.rockrun.com/products/Scarpa-Mago.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Scarpa-Mago.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chris05 on November 25, 2010, 12:33:57 pm
http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx)

http://www.campfour.co.uk/29378/products/Five_Ten_Team_5_10.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29378/products/Five_Ten_Team_5_10.aspx)

Cheers Krank, had been intending to head out to get some dragons, haven't tried any on though so hoping the size is ok.

Life on the edge.... 8)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Krank on November 25, 2010, 01:18:20 pm
Anasazi Whites... Anyone seen any going cheap? (spare the bird jokes)
buy em anyway there mega, worth full price, best shoes ive ever worn
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gremlin on November 25, 2010, 01:19:21 pm
Some Magos at Rock&Run - http://www.rockrun.com/products/Scarpa-Mago.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Scarpa-Mago.html)

anyone rate/dis the magos?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Krank on November 25, 2010, 01:33:32 pm
Eddiess loves them, i tried them and think they are good, i wouldnt buy them over dragons if they were both full price but at that price i would pick some up.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on November 25, 2010, 01:52:02 pm
Some Magos at Rock&Run - http://www.rockrun.com/products/Scarpa-Mago.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Scarpa-Mago.html)

anyone rate/dis the magos?

I have probably got more climbing out of my Magos than any shoe in twenty years. They're seemingly indestructable. I've had them for over 2 years now and I'm still not through the sole and they have retained their shape. Depends whether they fit your feet of course, but I've quite liked them for steep stuff. They're more 'clumpy' than 5.10s and not as nice to climb in for me, but the heel is very good.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Stubbs on November 25, 2010, 01:53:00 pm
Nice one on the Teams heads up  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on November 25, 2010, 06:01:08 pm
anyone rate/dis the magos?

They are great, super comfy too( for me at least). I notice they've only got 39/39.5/45s though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on November 26, 2010, 12:33:14 pm
anyone rate/dis the magos?

They are great, super comfy too( for me at least). I notice they've only got 39/39.5/45s though.

I need Magos in 44  :'( The Works were selling them at £40 but I missed my chance to grab a pair.
I might just get another pair of dragons and avoid slabs!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on November 26, 2010, 11:49:21 pm
They're selling Boosters in that size. For £45.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: i_a_coops on November 27, 2010, 12:18:50 am
Do Magos have the same heel as Boosters? Can't believe they discontinued the Spectros!  :boohoo:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on November 27, 2010, 09:38:10 am
As I don't have any Boosters not 100% sure but they appear similar. I thought the Boosters WERE the Magos, minus laces and the toe-stiffening midsole.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ju13 on November 30, 2010, 10:29:52 pm
just seen the la sportiva scorpions on rock n run £36.50.
http://www.rockrun.com/products/La-Sportiva-Scorpion.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/La-Sportiva-Scorpion.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on November 30, 2010, 10:38:24 pm
Fill your boots  :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on November 30, 2010, 11:20:58 pm
The planetfear webshop has some offer on at mo including anasazi greenies for 65

http://www.planetfear.com/browse/RockShoes_1642_0_0.html (http://www.planetfear.com/browse/RockShoes_1642_0_0.html)

however i was in their shop in keswick the other day, and you get at least 15% off instore as a member (which is free) and this makes for some pretty good wee bargains. Dude said i could call in, sort membership over the phone and order that way if i wanted.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on December 01, 2010, 03:30:22 pm
anyone rate/dis the magos?

They are great, super comfy too( for me at least). I notice they've only got 39/39.5/45s though.

Do the Mago's fit the same as the Spectro's?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: iain on December 02, 2010, 05:48:58 pm

Do the Mago's fit the same as the Spectro's?


No, the mago's feel smaller for the same number size.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on December 02, 2010, 06:40:52 pm
Yes but...comfier although smaller. Bit squashed on big toe till worn in but that goes away. My Spectros are the same size as my Magos, which are the better shoe (ie Magos are ) and I thought the Spectros were great, although painful till worn in. In fact I liked the Magos so much that although I didn't buy the company, I did buy 2 pairs from the Works when they had them half price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on December 02, 2010, 08:40:32 pm
I liked the Magos so much that although I didn't buy the company, I did buy 2 pairs from the Works when they had them half price.

Damn you! I missed out on that offer, by the time I found out they had sold out of my size  :thumbsdown:

Had to settle for a second pair of Dragons from Camp4 for 65 Quid  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on December 04, 2010, 12:00:30 pm
The Mago's have been ordered. If they're better than the Spectro's (which I think are fab for Lime routes) then I'll be proper impressed.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on December 04, 2010, 07:12:33 pm
I think they are. Hope they give you good service.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tregiffian on December 05, 2010, 09:38:38 am
Where are the rock BOOTS for those who regret RDs and PAs?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on December 05, 2010, 10:54:25 am
Where are the rock BOOTS for those who regret RDs and PAs?
I can't see why anyone in the UK would regret the passing of RDs or PAs.  I've climbed in some of those old boots and they were rubbish!  Bare feet were a better option in many circumstances.
 
Several manufacturers make high-tops aimed at the US thrashing-up-wide-cracks market (example (http://fiveten.com/products/footwear-detail/62-grandstone)) and I almost see the point here.  Alternatively, leather ankle protectors work well and leave you with a better shoe for the 99% of the time you're not climbing offwidths.

Psyching up for the Hollow Flake
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_OSB2eLPoxqo/TBfuNBSN7YI/AAAAAAAAB90/0WB4MA69TaE/s800/P1030999.JPG)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_OSB2eLPoxqo/TPtnfCh3yHI/AAAAAAAACTg/NLAbnJqgHdw/s800/P1030998.JPG)







Back to cheap shoes...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tregiffian on December 05, 2010, 01:42:46 pm
Also, Joe Brown in Capel may have further pairs of Triop Foxgloves in the cellar;pretty damn sticky.http://ukbouldering.com/board/Smileys/ukbCustom/thumbsup2.gif (http://ukbouldering.com/board/Smileys/ukbCustom/thumbsup2.gif)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ju13 on December 11, 2010, 07:37:14 pm
just been on inglesport website and they have 5.10 v2's in at £75,
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on December 15, 2010, 02:04:10 pm
Scarpa Rockette (http://www.climbnewcastle.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=32_34&products_id=67)
One for the ladies.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: iain on December 16, 2010, 12:18:03 pm
Scarpa Rockette (http://www.climbnewcastle.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=32_34&products_id=67)
One for the ladies.

I'm a laaaayddee then.

Cheers for the head's up.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on December 18, 2010, 09:13:00 pm

Planet Fear - 5:10 Verde £64.99 (http://www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510AnasaziVerde_0_0_23301_1.html)  :o :thumbsup:

Merry Christmas everyone
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on December 18, 2010, 10:05:45 pm
Planet Fear - 5:10 Verde £64.99 (http://www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510AnasaziVerde_0_0_23301_1.html)  :o :thumbsup:

Merry Christmas everyone

:great:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on December 19, 2010, 11:09:20 am
Not as good as I thought, as I hadn't factored in the postage, when I posted this...sorry  :spank:.. Didn't planet fear used to do cheap postage (Before it went up the Swanee and taken over?)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on December 19, 2010, 03:08:29 pm
And to add insult to injury, you'd have to climb in Verdes. :(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on December 19, 2010, 03:15:11 pm
but if the shoe fits....

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on December 19, 2010, 08:46:20 pm
 ¿ …busca otro mejor, cenicienta ?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on December 19, 2010, 09:41:26 pm
how did you know i'm after a glass slipper with a stealth sole :lol:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Grubes on January 04, 2011, 12:52:11 pm
50% off all climbing gear at Go outdoors today. http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/climbing?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=50%20Percent%20Off%20Climbing-040111%20 (http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/climbing?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=50%20Percent%20Off%20Climbing-040111%20)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on January 17, 2011, 08:33:10 pm
Not mine btw:
http://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=442030&v=1 (http://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=442030&v=1)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chris05 on January 22, 2011, 04:59:46 pm
Saw this on ukc

http://www.thecavingandclimbingshop.com/rockboots (http://www.thecavingandclimbingshop.com/rockboots)

some good deals, but only small/large sizes left
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: butterworthtom on January 22, 2011, 05:40:00 pm
Nice. 2 Pairs of Anasazi vcs for £48 each.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on January 27, 2011, 09:37:02 am
Footwear sale on PlanetFear includes Green Anasazi's with £20 off (http://www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510AnasaziVerde_0_0_23301_1.html) and some other climbing shoes discounted.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on February 01, 2011, 04:11:02 pm
[url][http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465/url]
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on February 01, 2011, 09:37:12 pm
http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465 (http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: joeisidle on February 04, 2011, 12:41:17 pm
If anyone fancies the last pair of 6 1/2 Dragons

http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/29377/products/Five_Ten_Dragon.aspx)


*At £68 that is*
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on February 05, 2011, 08:35:58 am
I'm delighted with my 45 quid Scarpa Boosters from Rock & Run and would definitely buy another pair, but R&R are now showing 43s as out of stock  :(

What's the equivalent shoe in the current Scarpa lineup, so that I can watch for when they go out of production / on sale?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on February 05, 2011, 07:55:49 pm
Mago but they're stiffer.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: metal arms on February 07, 2011, 10:47:54 am
Cotswolds in Liverpool has some Evolv Pontas' for £50.

 :off: but they also have 3 WC Tech friends for £100.  Posted this on UKC but the deal nazi's pulled the thread.  Mick and his cronies probably have all the gear they need.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on February 07, 2011, 10:49:16 am
:off: but they also have 3 WC Tech friends for £100.  Posted this on UKC but the deal nazi's pulled the thread.  Mick and his cronies probably have all the gear they need.

More likely that they'd rather have Cotswold pay them to advertise their offers.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: wiain on February 07, 2011, 04:18:23 pm
What's the equivalent shoe in the current Scarpa lineup, so that I can watch for when they go out of production / on sale?

The Booster. It is still in the line-up, just  not imported to the UK. There isn't really an equivalent in the shoes that come in to the UK now - the Vapours are a more comfy all-day trad type shoe (although very good at that) and the instincts just don't have the toe power the booster had.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on February 07, 2011, 09:14:58 pm
[urlhttp://www.tkmaxx.com/view-all/brown-walking-boots/invt/38003745/]TK MAxx do scarpa....[/url]
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on February 07, 2011, 10:02:27 pm
TK MAxx do scarpa.... (http://www.tkmaxx.com/view-all/brown-walking-boots/invt/38003745/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on February 09, 2011, 12:09:35 am
Thanks to you slackline, I just ordered a Trilby for £3. If it looks fly you're due a wadding.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on February 09, 2011, 09:54:15 am
The Booster. It is still in the line-up

So it is, although I'm a bit taken aback by Scarpa's website  (http://it.scarpa.net/prodotti/climbing/booster/) where it says "consigliata per ... multi pitch"  :o
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SpanishJuan on February 09, 2011, 05:46:39 pm
TK MAxx do scarpa.... (http://www.tkmaxx.com/view-all/brown-walking-boots/invt/38003745/)
Thanks Slackers :spank:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on February 09, 2011, 10:11:07 pm

So it is, although I'm a bit taken aback by Scarpa's website  (http://it.scarpa.net/prodotti/climbing/booster/) where it says "consigliata per ... multi pitch"  :o

looks ok to me  ;) (http://en.scarpa.net/products/climbing/booster/)
I still think the nearest is the Mago, with added midsole and laces of course. Don't think they're importing them either, come to think of it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on February 11, 2011, 07:28:18 am
Thanks to you slackline, I just ordered a Trilby for £3. If it looks fly you're due a wadding.

Lets see you in your fly hat then andi_e.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: IanP on February 11, 2011, 10:40:51 am
For anybody looking for old school boots just got a pair of blue 'womens' anasazi velcros in size 8 from Rope Race for £48 including postage.  They've still got blues in 6.5 and 7.5 and pinks in in 4.5 and below for the a similar price.  Website seemed a bit shonky so ordered by phone instead, arrived next day.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: north_country_boy on February 11, 2011, 02:02:07 pm
For anybody looking for old school boots just got a pair of blue 'womens' anasazi velcros in size 8 from Rope Race for £48 including postage.  They've still got blues in 6.5 and 7.5 and pinks in in 4.5 and below for the a similar price.  Website seemed a bit shonky so ordered by phone instead, arrived next day.

7.5s now sold.  :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Vitamin K on February 14, 2011, 04:03:07 pm
Rockover have scarpa instinct lace-ups going for £65 - seems a bit cheaper that elsewhere if you are in the vicinity and in the market for this shoe. No size 7s though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: joel on February 19, 2011, 09:51:10 am
Planetfear seem to be offering a 15% discount on all sale items, making 5.10 Teams and Verdes particularly good value at £63 posted. they don't seem to have many of these left, haven't checked their other sale boots...

Code is pFNwsL15vis if interested...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 21, 2011, 03:16:11 pm
http://www.tiso.com/shop/five-ten/anasazi_lace_up_v2/ (http://www.tiso.com/shop/five-ten/anasazi_lace_up_v2/)

Idiots don't say what sizes tho' Might be worth a call.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Reprobate_Rob on February 21, 2011, 03:22:52 pm
Need to select your choice of colour (sand/orange being the only one available  :shrug:)  before the available sizes are shown

Currently UK8, 10, 11 and 12
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 21, 2011, 10:01:36 pm
Ah, very logical.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on February 22, 2011, 12:47:01 am
I'm struggling to shift my perception of 'cheap' fast enough to catch up with this lot. They all laughed when i bought three pairs last year. Ebay for the next ones i reckon
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 22, 2011, 09:01:21 am
I hear you. Bought a few pairs last time I was stateside and they are wearing low.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on February 23, 2011, 10:48:05 pm
Picked up a pair of Projects for 59.99 today in Needlesports. They still had a couple of pairs in odd sizes as well as a large pair of Jet 7's for around the same price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 24, 2011, 10:13:55 am
According to Facebook, Rock and Run have 12% off all rock shoes including already discounted shoes until 9 am tomorrow.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on March 04, 2011, 10:08:35 am
Sportiva Katanas for £54, looks like they only have size 10 left though. Must be a bargain for someone!!!!!

www.thecavingandclimbingshop.com (http://www.thecavingandclimbingshop.com)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on March 04, 2011, 11:03:53 am
Sportiva Katanas for £54, looks like they only have size 10 left though. Must be a bargain for someone!!!!!

www.thecavingandclimbingshop.com (http://www.thecavingandclimbingshop.com)

(http://www.monorails.org/webpix%202/FilmHarryHendersons.jpg)  :-\
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on March 04, 2011, 11:21:47 am
(http://www.monorails.org/webpix%202/FilmHarryHendersons.jpg) 

This is just shameless self-promotion
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on March 05, 2011, 02:17:02 pm
Scarpa Rockettes and Magos £50 at the Climbing Works. (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/climbing/) They also have reduced Evolvs.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: joeisidle on March 06, 2011, 05:09:59 pm
Can't really tell if this counts as cheap or not but v12 currently have Teams for 79.99, which considering the ridiculous RRP may be a worth considering

http://www.v12outdoor.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=168&products_id=3681&oscsid=4f47cbfa23a050edc41113e4f4e050e7 (http://www.v12outdoor.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=168&products_id=3681&oscsid=4f47cbfa23a050edc41113e4f4e050e7)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fried on March 08, 2011, 05:15:14 pm
Sale on at the moment at http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/. (http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/.) Plenty of cheap stuff, good prices on ropes to Beal edlinger 50m 10.2 for 50 quid.

Most of the shoes are madrock/ red chilli.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ShortRound on March 16, 2011, 06:37:12 pm

I found this website who are selling the scarpa instincts for £66 which is a pretty good deal. I've not used them before so can't comment on their reliability but I've just ordered a pair so I'll update if I get any problems.

http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465 (http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465)

Also got a lot of sportiva shoes on there pretty (relative to the asking price) cheap.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: joeisidle on March 19, 2011, 01:15:40 pm

Anasazi LVs for £65:
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Anasazi-LV.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Anasazi-LV.html)

Red Chili Matadors for £59:
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Red-Chili-Matador.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Red-Chili-Matador.html)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on March 23, 2011, 03:13:00 pm
A place called "Pro Adventure" are doing Katanas for £70 and Miura VS for £80. Seem to have plenty of sizes in Katanas but limited in the Miura VS. http://www.proadventure.co.uk/acatalog/Rock_Shoes.html (http://www.proadventure.co.uk/acatalog/Rock_Shoes.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Vitamin K on March 23, 2011, 03:41:25 pm
Just taken delivery of my £50 magos from the climbing works - snug but then so were my spectros and I really liked those.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chriss on March 23, 2011, 07:20:34 pm
May be of interest to a few. Picked up a pair of the old style 5.10 Anasazi velcros from Rock On at Mile End Climbing wall for £45, limited sizes & stock.

They also had Boreal Zens for £45. Not a great shoe, but would do for training I guess.

http://www.rockonclimbing.co.uk/mileendshop.html (http://www.rockonclimbing.co.uk/mileendshop.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kilgore1080 on March 24, 2011, 12:47:01 pm
The Climbing Works are doing Boreal Silex (Velcro) for £50, that's not a bad price.

http://climbingworks.co.uk/ (http://climbingworks.co.uk/)


Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on April 03, 2011, 12:40:46 pm
Good prices on everything here:-
http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465 (http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/category.aspx?id=465)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on April 07, 2011, 09:54:53 pm
I stumbled upon a cheap selection of five tens on e-bay. £84 buy it now price

http://sports.shop.ebay.co.uk/Climbing-Mountaineering-/30105/i.html?_catref=1&_fln=1&_ipg=&_ssn=assettrail&_trksid=p3911.c0.m282 (http://sports.shop.ebay.co.uk/Climbing-Mountaineering-/30105/i.html?_catref=1&_fln=1&_ipg=&_ssn=assettrail&_trksid=p3911.c0.m282)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on April 08, 2011, 08:44:29 am
Cotswold have 20% off all footwear through their free loyalty card scheme this month.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on April 15, 2011, 09:04:55 am
These chaps on Ebay have a few pairs of shoes going at slightly reduced prices

eg
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BNIB-FIVE-TEN-DRAGON-ROCK-CLIMBING-SHOES-SIZE-9-5-44-/140532653666?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item20b8661e62 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BNIB-FIVE-TEN-DRAGON-ROCK-CLIMBING-SHOES-SIZE-9-5-44-/140532653666?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item20b8661e62)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on April 15, 2011, 11:53:49 am
Assett Trail have some bargains, except in the size I want  :'(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ju13 on May 06, 2011, 06:20:34 pm
Rock and run have a few of 510's on at £69 notes a pop at the mo, only select sizes though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on May 07, 2011, 10:43:43 am
linkage for the above mentioned deal: http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Clearance-Shoes.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Clearance-Shoes.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on May 12, 2011, 08:58:04 pm
On ebay these guys have a few sizes of Dragons for £63 and free postage.... Even got some ex-demo ones for 58 quid!!!!!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BNIB-FIVE-TEN-DRAGON-ROCK-CLIMBING-SHOES-SIZE-7-41-/160569908149?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item2562b65bb5 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BNIB-FIVE-TEN-DRAGON-ROCK-CLIMBING-SHOES-SIZE-7-41-/160569908149?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item2562b65bb5)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: boulderingbacon on May 12, 2011, 10:06:19 pm
http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/ (http://www.ldmountaincentre.com/)

some pretty good deals from these guys.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on May 13, 2011, 03:20:56 pm
Works selling Magos for £50.

http://climbingworks.co.uk/ (http://climbingworks.co.uk/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 24, 2011, 08:35:18 am
trainers for dicking about in

43% off

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=32896 (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=32896)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on May 24, 2011, 09:17:27 am
Works selling Magos for £50.

Mago sizing versus Booster sizing?

I took a punt on some size 43 Boosters mail order from Rock & Run last Autumn (street shoe size 45) & they turned out to be excellent for bouldering: super precise & powerful on small holds; uncomfortable but not outright painful. Works still has 43 Magos in stock. Laces obviously less good than velcro for a bouldering shoe, but are they otherwise similar?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on May 24, 2011, 09:21:04 am
I have 43 Magos and take a 45 in normal trainers. I suspect they'll be the same as the Boosters, as I'm a 43 in the Instincts so they seem to be pretty consistent...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 28, 2011, 10:15:16 am
trainers for dicking about in

43% off

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=32896 (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=32896)

arse

I ordered a pair of FreeRunners in my size for £40. Got an email saying that they had to cancel the order due to not having that size in stock. Went back online to see if they had the next size (I'm between a 45 and 46) only to find that they had put the price up by £16.

E mailed them to see if they'll send me a 46 for the same price....

This cheap shoes lark isn't as easy as it looks.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: runt on May 31, 2011, 02:00:22 pm
Rock and run have some cheapish ~£65 5.10s if you have boats for feet (9 and up).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fried on June 06, 2011, 08:29:43 am
This is exactly how my students write in English  :'(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wipey Why on June 06, 2011, 08:41:47 am
Wholesale jordan shoes are not very hot search on the internet, while Designer handbags look better. This is a search habit. Actually, recently, it is said that how people are prefencial to search for wholesale air jordans shoes on internet. This survey shows us cheap jordan shoes are always the most popular in the luxury brand shoes field. Why air jordan shoes are so popular in the world? According to the investigation, we can simply divide the wholesale handbags to 2 sorts. As we all know. USA and UK are the most mainly market for discount handbags, therefore, these two kinds of key words are searched by many times as well. That’s to say, you need to do some work at first online for Cheap clothes so that you will not be cheated. Let’s tell you the shopping skills. If you really like wholesale jordan shoes, don’t care about your money; just go for them at least once.

Pretty sure this is Spam  :shit:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on June 06, 2011, 09:05:22 am
Pretty sure this is Spam  :shit:

You should use that handy "Report to Moderator" link at the bottom right-hand side of  the post.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on June 06, 2011, 09:20:23 am
This is exactly how my students write in English  :'(

Shit, I think one of my students plagiarised this!

;)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: namnok on June 14, 2011, 01:33:39 pm
6 shoes on sale at tiso's (http://www.tiso.com/shop/sale/rock-climbing/rock-shoes/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TommyG on June 14, 2011, 02:02:53 pm
I went into Decathlon in Sheffield last night and they are selling Five Ten Anasazi Velcro's (new model) for about £80

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/climbing-shoes-slippers-3232461/ (http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/climbing-shoes-slippers-3232461/)

Think the works is about £100 for a pair
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Stubbs on July 07, 2011, 11:40:41 pm
V10's for people who need big socks? http://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=465897 (http://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=465897)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on July 08, 2011, 03:19:30 am
What's the deal with outside Europe and ordering shoes from the UK? Can I somehow get the VAT knocked off?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 08, 2011, 08:01:00 am
What's the deal with outside Europe and ordering shoes from the UK? Can I somehow get the VAT knocked off?

When I was in Oz I got my parents to buy me some shoes and post them through, wrapped up and marked as a present.

Guess you could ask nicely if shops would do this, although it might be worth checking out the Australian Customs guidelines on Internet purchases (http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page5549.asp)  (which indicate that unless your shoes are > $1000 AUD then you should be fine ;))
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on July 08, 2011, 09:35:49 am
Some sort of Scarpa rock boot were in Decathlon in Logport yesterday.. dont know what model but they were Velcro, red and didn't look very good £70.. Still it may be someones bag..
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on July 08, 2011, 10:15:13 am
What's the deal with outside Europe and ordering shoes from the UK? Can I somehow get the VAT knocked off?

When I was in Oz I got my parents to buy me some shoes and post them through, wrapped up and marked as a present.

Guess you could ask nicely if shops would do this, although it might be worth checking out the Australian Customs guidelines on Internet purchases (http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page5549.asp)  (which indicate that unless your shoes are > $1000 AUD then you should be fine ;))

Yeah, I know i could do it that way, but I don't really want to pay VAT either. I don't want any of my hard earned Aussie dollars going towards striking teachers  :worms:  ;)

**this is a joke**
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on July 20, 2011, 12:12:32 pm
OK not strictly rock shoes but a great price, if you have clown feet or that of a child!
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Kayland-Geronimo.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Kayland-Geronimo.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: JayC103 on July 25, 2011, 07:55:48 pm
some good closeout deals on evolvs website http://www.evolvesports.com/closeout.htm (http://www.evolvesports.com/closeout.htm)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: al123 on September 03, 2011, 12:23:09 pm
any good deals on at the minute for good gritstone shoes??
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on September 03, 2011, 02:18:22 pm
any good deals on at the minute for good gritstone shoes??

ebay - narrow your search to "five ten shoes" and ignore the biking/freerunning ones. Including "rock" or "climbing" in the search seems to miss some pairs of 5.10 rock climbing shoes for some reason.

I've just scored 2 pairs of unused pinks for less than the price of a new pair of greens
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: al123 on September 03, 2011, 03:12:24 pm
good plan. need to figure out my size first though.. hhmmmmm
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on September 04, 2011, 06:10:37 pm
Dunno if you can really call it cheap but outside are doing most 5.10s at the 'old' prices.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Stubbs on September 14, 2011, 09:56:08 pm
I know some folk are into T Rocks, and these are an average size, good price,not so sure about the wait for shipping though!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-10-Five-Ten-T-Rock-rock-climbing-shoes-41-5-7-5-NEW-/110736997724?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item19c8707d5c#ht_500wt_1203 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-10-Five-Ten-T-Rock-rock-climbing-shoes-41-5-7-5-NEW-/110736997724?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item19c8707d5c#ht_500wt_1203)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on September 15, 2011, 12:00:30 am
Bananafingers are doing Dragons for £82.50! Sorry for the lack of a link....... Moderators???????
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on September 15, 2011, 10:31:30 am
Dragons for £82.50 (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/fiveten-dragon-p-36.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: DaveyDave on September 25, 2011, 09:16:28 pm
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Ribbed-Cuff-Climbing-Boots/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1724977&cid=6994&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Black (http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Ribbed-Cuff-Climbing-Boots/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1724977&cid=6994&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Black)

 :-\
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: joeisidle on October 07, 2011, 05:48:33 pm
Matadors in most sizes on rockrun for £49;
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Red-Chili-Matador-%2809%7B47%7D10%29.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Red-Chili-Matador-%2809%7B47%7D10%29.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dangerous Dave 123 on December 06, 2011, 11:32:44 pm
http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/montrail-montrail-orbit-shoe-p119591 (http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/montrail-montrail-orbit-shoe-p119591)


sub £20  :jaw: don't know about the quality yet.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on December 17, 2011, 11:13:42 am
Scarpa Rockette £40 size 34.5 and 40 (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/scarpa-rockette/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 24, 2011, 09:12:49 pm
Arrowheads 80 quid if anyones interested.

www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510ArrowheadClimbingShoe_1642_0_31413_1.html (http://www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510ArrowheadClimbingShoe_1642_0_31413_1.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 24, 2011, 09:14:17 pm
And Pontas at Bananafingers for 60 quid.

http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-pontas-p-42.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-pontas-p-42.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on January 29, 2012, 11:42:06 pm
Stix for £70 at the works.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on February 13, 2012, 08:47:03 pm
Crag X are knocking Talons out for 80 sheets. Dont fit me but could be a bargain for someone!

http://www.cragxclimbing.com/sale/evolv-talon-g2-p-5730.html (http://www.cragxclimbing.com/sale/evolv-talon-g2-p-5730.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chris05 on March 01, 2012, 12:52:54 pm
5:10 Velcro's for £75 (free postage):

http://www.campfour.co.uk/118/products/Five_Ten_Anasazi_VCS.aspx (http://www.campfour.co.uk/118/products/Five_Ten_Anasazi_VCS.aspx)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: JayJ on March 08, 2012, 07:54:27 pm
Evolv optimus prime for 64 quid
http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-optimus-prime-p-44.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-optimus-prime-p-44.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on March 21, 2012, 06:37:50 pm
http://www.needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rock-Shoe-Sale-Page (http://www.needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rock-Shoe-Sale-Page)

Teams for £75, hornets for £80, matadors for £70 and a few very casual shoes for pretty cheap. Normal sizes still available, get 'em while they're hot.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on April 30, 2012, 09:39:10 am
Cheap kids shoes (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Mad-Rock-Mad-Monkey.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on May 10, 2012, 12:25:47 pm
5.10 Teams @ £77 (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Team-510.html)

5.10 Newtons @ £76 (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Newton.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on May 10, 2012, 06:15:57 pm
Urghhh - I just clicked on a Facebook ad link. In my defence it was for cheap shoes so I took one for the team.

Lots of random shit going cheap, including some rad / weird (depending on your taste) looking Mammut boots:

http://www.bouldersuk.co.uk/cheap-climbing-shoes (http://www.bouldersuk.co.uk/cheap-climbing-shoes)


Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on May 10, 2012, 09:30:19 pm
what size hoof are you, Tommy. Spotted these on fleabay. I would get them if I was a hobbit. [url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Climbing-shoes-/230787294791?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Climbing_Mountaineering&hash=item35bbfea647] (http://[/url)http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Climbing-shoes-/230787294791?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Climbing_Mountaineering&hash=item35bbfea647
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on May 10, 2012, 10:10:41 pm
I reckon I could sneak into those man...and they'd look pretty fly with a pastel lemon Lacoste sweater as well.

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on May 10, 2012, 10:11:37 pm
exactamont.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 10, 2012, 10:24:04 pm
I thought that was a piss-take until it was proved by internet documents that Stella McCartney did in fact design some climbing shoes for The Das

:couldn'tmakeitupsmilie:

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on May 10, 2012, 10:29:49 pm
how 'bout these? go well with short shorts.

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_8ySNkUkVONo/S4P0HWHTBVI/AAAAAAAAADQ/W7vu1w5Wqi4/s320/addiasboxingshoes.JPG)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on May 10, 2012, 10:30:55 pm
These bad boys I assume - now they would look fucking cool at The Cliff!

http://www.ukclimbing.com/news/item.php?id=37489 (http://www.ukclimbing.com/news/item.php?id=37489)

NB: you would have to flash everything otherwise you'd get the piss taken out of you something chronic. Kind of like rocking up for Sunday League football training with a pair of orange football boots.

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on May 10, 2012, 11:02:25 pm
A few years back I'm sure 5:10 made a limited run of women's zlippers in gold lame. They looked the absolute bomb. But being 5:10 they were discontinued that very week.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 10, 2012, 11:05:51 pm
These bad boys I assume - now they would look fucking cool at The Cliff!

I was referring to the shoes that Stallion linked

suit you sir
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 10, 2012, 11:07:02 pm
A few years back I'm sure 5:10 made a limited run of women's zlippers in gold lame. They looked the absolute bomb. But being 5:10 they only lasted a week.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 12, 2012, 11:34:17 pm
what size hoof are you, Tommy. Spotted these on fleabay. I would get them if I was a hobbit. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Climbing-shoes-/230787294791?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Climbing_Mountaineering&hash=item35bbfea647 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Climbing-shoes-/230787294791?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Climbing_Mountaineering&hash=item35bbfea647)

scored these for the big child's birthday for not very much - got to be good for something, shirley?

with his fairy feet, Jasper could borrow them for a test drive

I've gone for the Heather Mills design myself
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: robertostallioni on May 12, 2012, 11:45:36 pm
nice one. chalk bag (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Stella-McCartney-East-West-Falabella-Studded-Faux-Suede-Shopping-Bag-/150814359206?pt=UK_Women_s_Handbags&hash=item231d3c7ea6) is a bit steep though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on May 12, 2012, 11:46:46 pm
it's not even real sweed
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on May 24, 2012, 04:12:34 pm
Cheap Jet7s (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Jet7.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 11, 2012, 08:57:20 pm
The Works have got a few good deals on at the minute:-

http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/climbing/?pp=All-1 (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/climbing/?pp=All-1)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on June 12, 2012, 02:30:18 pm
Cheers Weakdave, just nabbed some Stix. Had Boosters and Magos in the past, so hoping the Stix feel similar!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on June 12, 2012, 03:41:26 pm
Cheers Weakdave, just nabbed some Stix. Had Boosters and Magos in the past, so hoping the Stix feel similar!

The stix are fantastic, very similar in shape to the boosters, just with thinner rubber, so you can feel/smear a bit better. They do wear out pretty quickly though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 16, 2012, 08:01:37 am
Teams are 60quid at rock+run! I havent done a link cos i am doing this from my phone and i am not that clever!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on June 16, 2012, 09:49:09 am
I've got some stix bout size 10 worn once. Got achillees-tendon-management going on for life i think so doubt i'll ever be able to wear them. In sheffield.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wipey Why on June 16, 2012, 09:55:20 am
Teams are 60quid at rock+run! I havent done a link cos i am doing this from my phone and i am not that clever!

(http://www.letmedothatforyou.co.uk/templates/letmedothatforyou/misc/logo_june.jpg) (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Team-510.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 16, 2012, 12:46:59 pm
 :thumbsup:   thanks for that!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nibile on June 16, 2012, 10:07:12 pm
I'd be very interested in a pair of Team, but the shipping costs to Italy are as much as the discount price...
I have many shoes at the moment so it's not a priority, so if by any chance anyone comes to Italy sooner or later I could buy them and get them shipped in UK, then we can meet somewhere in Italy.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Grubes on June 17, 2012, 11:53:54 am
Just been to the sale at uppermill.
brand new Talons are £60 they also have bandits and gambits (?) as well forgot to check the price of them. its on till 4pmif anyone is about
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 20, 2012, 03:30:48 pm
5.10 teams and projects going cheap at bananafingers! Again, no link due to being a phone-spaz!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 20, 2012, 08:43:01 pm
Et voila for a link!!!!

http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbingshoes-c-67_22.html?page=3&sort=5a (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbingshoes-c-67_22.html?page=3&sort=5a)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on June 26, 2012, 10:04:27 pm
Summer shoe sale at the Works. (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/?utm_source=Summer+Shoe+Sale&utm_campaign=Works+Summer+Sale&utm_medium=socialshare)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Grubes on June 29, 2012, 01:32:13 pm
Just had an e-mail off of the depot. 15% off shoes if bought in store before the 31july:
Quote
Scarpa Vapour V, RRP £99.99, offer price £84.99
Scarpa Instinct,  RRP £99.99, offer price £84.99
Evolv Shaman, RRP £110, offer price £93.50
Sportiva Mantis, RRP £65, offer price £55.25
Sportiva Muira (vs), RRP £125, offer price £106.25
Five Ten Dragon, RRP £105, offer Price £89.25
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on July 11, 2012, 09:39:11 pm
https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/scarpa-vapour-slipper-save-25-off-rrp (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/scarpa-vapour-slipper-save-25-off-rrp)

Cheap Scarpa slippers.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: bigbadsquare on July 13, 2012, 02:15:01 pm
Cheap Edelrid Blizzard £39.99 Go outdoors not sure about the shoe but the price is right.

http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/edelrid-blizzard-climbing-shoe-p194555?utm_source=090712-edelrid-blizzard-shoe&utm_medium=climbing-department&utm_campaign=climbing-department&utm_content=climbing-department-banner (http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/edelrid-blizzard-climbing-shoe-p194555?utm_source=090712-edelrid-blizzard-shoe&utm_medium=climbing-department&utm_campaign=climbing-department&utm_content=climbing-department-banner)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: stevej on July 13, 2012, 04:12:42 pm
hornets for £56 at rocknrun (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Hornet.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on July 13, 2012, 05:55:56 pm
some bloke on twitter claiming to be Dave Parry pointed this out

http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/Newton (http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/Newton)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on July 15, 2012, 03:48:01 pm
A few bargains on welovemountains.com but the Anasazis VCS at 75 sheets were what caught my eye!

http://welovemountains.com/mens-climbing-shoes (http://welovemountains.com/mens-climbing-shoes)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on August 19, 2012, 07:54:22 pm
Some real good deals at the epicentre. namely shamans for 75 quid!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on August 19, 2012, 11:36:13 pm
Pontas for 55 squids at cantbearsedtogooutdoors

I'm still mourning the lack of replacement for my current v-miles. Need something velcro that I can wear for most stuff, with a fairly stiff last and without pressure on the achillees.... Is such a thing just not made any more!?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on August 20, 2012, 08:39:16 am
Galileos? Katanas? Spirit VCR IZ?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on August 20, 2012, 09:37:17 am
Was considering Galileos, which I had before and loved, but they're not as stiff and are a bit aggressive in the heel (I could try to modify them).

Had considered the chili's. Again, not as stiff, but might be good otherwise. I haven't had a chance to play with the latest model which is supposed to be reasonably technical.

Hadn't considered Katanas... Will take a look
Title: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on August 20, 2012, 10:08:59 am
Anasazi vcs's in all sizes on decathlons website for £79..
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Grubes on August 20, 2012, 03:41:20 pm
just spotted this on rock+ run £49 for 5ten project http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Project.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Project.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on August 30, 2012, 11:33:12 pm
just spotted this on rock+ run £49 for 5ten project http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Project.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Project.html)

i saw this too.... so anyone tell me what size proj / hornet to go for if i am a 6 in velcros or blancos and a 7 in dragons?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Paul B on August 31, 2012, 12:03:40 am
Can't help with sizings but the projects had a weird fit. If you get on with Jet7 type shoes you'll be ok but personally they didn't fit well at all.

The hornets are VERY soft.

Bananafingers have a shoeculator which suggests adding 1 size (so 7) for the hornets. It doesn't seem to cover the projects.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on August 31, 2012, 12:06:24 am
If its any help Toby, I wear:

Anasazi 8, dragon 8.5/9, hornet 8.5, project 8.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on August 31, 2012, 09:02:13 am
All in the same session usually too  ;)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 07, 2012, 01:00:40 pm
Evoffov Puntas £50 at Cotswold! Just ordered mine  :bounce:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on September 11, 2012, 09:47:08 pm
Lots of deals on shoes at Rock and Run in their end of summer sale at the moment.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 11, 2012, 11:12:10 pm
I think they're doing free express delivery too at the moment!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on September 12, 2012, 11:44:50 am
Quick plug for our lovely sponsors:

https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes)

Most are discounted including Scapa Vapour at £65
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Paul B on September 12, 2012, 12:20:13 pm
Quick plug for our lovely sponsors:

https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes)

Most are discounted including Scapa Vapour at £65

am I being stupid here, they look to be 94.99?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on September 12, 2012, 12:23:35 pm
Quick plug for our lovely sponsors:

https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes)

Most are discounted including Scapa Vapour Slipper at £65

am I being stupid here, they look to be 94.99?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on September 12, 2012, 12:33:03 pm
Quick plug for our lovely sponsors:

https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/rock-shoes)

Most are discounted including Scapa Vapour Slipper at £65

am I being stupid here, they look to be 94.99?

 :oops:

Slippered up there
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on September 25, 2012, 12:33:49 pm
20% off all shoes at climbnewcastle.com. Boostics for 88quid!!!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 25, 2012, 01:07:26 pm
This is obviously out of most peoples' way, but on a rainy rest day in paris yesterday, i picked myself up a pair of solutions and a pair of boostics (which scarpa uk said don't come in my size), both at relatively low prices. they also have a shoe sale on on the 13th October, but I'd imagine there'll be limited stock in various sizes. On previous visits to said shop, I had found the prices to be a little on the high side, but they seem to be competing with even Decathlon on price.

 solutions  (http://www.auvieuxcampeur.fr/terre/chaussons-d/chaussons-d/solution-m-chausson-velcro.html)

 poohstics  (http://www.auvieuxcampeur.fr/terre/chaussons-d/chaussons-d/bosstic-m-chausson-velcro.html)

They certainly had more size options left in stock than any uk company as far as boostics go and definitely had solutions to fit people with normal sized feet.

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on September 25, 2012, 01:23:25 pm
I picked up a pair of Anasazi Velcro's from the shop at the Logport wall last week for £85... not a bargain, but as bout as cheap as you see them...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on September 25, 2012, 01:35:18 pm
20% off all shoes at climbnewcastle.com. Boostics for 88quid!!!

Damn no shoe in my size for my prefered model, would have been a great saving.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 25, 2012, 02:10:43 pm
20% off all shoes at climbnewcastle.com. Boostics for 88quid!!!

Damn no shoe in my size for my prefered model, would have been a great saving.

It seems like most walls/shops only got 1 pair in each size to start with. i don't understand wtf scarpa are playing at. I'm just fortunate that i got hold of lots of pairs of stix (thanks iain, springer), but i've needed a stiff shoe for about 8 months now.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on September 25, 2012, 02:29:46 pm
I wasn't after the Scarpas (of any model).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 25, 2012, 02:38:09 pm
I wasn't after the Scarpas (of any model).

Yeah, well that doesn't change the fact that i ignored  :P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on September 25, 2012, 11:52:35 pm
It seems like most walls/shops only got 1 pair in each size to start with.

Not every shop  ;)

Thing is though, if a shop is looking at spending a grand, just to get one of most sizes of one single model and more like 2 grand to get a reasonable stock (every size, double on popular sizes, triple on very popular), more expensive models obviously would cost even more than that, plus the VAT, would a shop/wall choose to spend 20k on 10 models and good stock quantities, or 20 models but having to reorder more regularly?

As a customer would you rather shop somewhere showing 10 models or 20? More choice right? And shops still have to sell most models at a discount in order to sell any. Shops still have to buy them in at the same price. I honestly don't know how anyone makes any money in this business.

Sorry... think I went off on a tangent there.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 26, 2012, 08:09:18 am
Tbh i'd be happy with less choice, since most of the different models just seem to be manufacturers unneccessarily reinventing the wheel. I don't expect every shop to carry the same stock.

I appreciate that it is a large initial financial outlay for a shop or wall to get in decent stock. Really i'm annoyed with the manufacturers for being more than a bit crap recently when it comes to supplying their performance shoes to the uk.

It would be interesting to do a ukb poll to see what shoes they would buy if they could get hold of them. I appreciate that this would not cover entry level shoes, but still might be of interest to see how many different models are actually in demand.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on September 26, 2012, 08:24:16 am
OK, so lets set up a poll... find out what peoples present favourite (as in presently available) shoes are.. if we get an idea of the popular ones from different brands here these can then be plugged into a UKB poll..

I know nothing about other brands as I'm a 2 horse 5:10 person.. so for me its

Anasazi Velcro's
Dragons
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SamD on September 26, 2012, 09:02:48 am
I agree. Some decisions made re: choosing to import or not import certain models seems idiotic. I for one love la sportiva cobras. Favourite shoes are cobras, speedsters, anasazi LVs. Not tried the futuras yet but am quite keen - my speedsters have been excellent - and also lasted longer than any other pair of shoes i have owned - 18 months pretty much continuous use and still going.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on September 26, 2012, 09:26:43 am
OK, so lets set up a poll... find out what peoples present favourite (as in presently available) shoes are.. if we get an idea of the popular ones from different brands here these can then be plugged into a UKB poll..

I know nothing about other brands as I'm a 2 horse 5:10 person.. so for me its

Anasazi Velcro's
Dragons

I was:

Scarpa Stix - Lime + Indoors
5.10 Velcros - Everything Else

I'm now down to just velcros as my last pair of Stix went walk abouts.  :(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on September 26, 2012, 09:42:37 am
OK, so lets set up a poll... find out what peoples present favourite (as in presently available) shoes are.. if we get an idea of the popular ones from different brands here these can then be plugged into a UKB poll..


Velcros for most things
Blancos for edges
Dragons or Testarossas for toe down
Galileos for trad (or really long sport routes)

Imelda Marcos?  :yes: I don't usually have all of these on the go at the same time. 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on September 26, 2012, 10:11:30 am
Greens for smearing
Whites for edging
Only just got my first pair of downturned shoes so can't comment on my favourites for that yet, particularly as my choice was based on being able to get them for free.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: abarro81 on September 26, 2012, 10:17:57 am
5.10s are for losers.
Scarpa Instinct lace-ups all the way.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Three Nine on September 26, 2012, 10:34:03 am
5.10s are for losers.
Giant floppy clown shoes all the way.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on September 26, 2012, 11:02:59 am
5.10s are for losers unless they offer me sponsorship in which case
Scarpa Instinct lace-ups can go hang.

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on September 26, 2012, 11:45:11 am
PINK ANASAZI FOR EVERYTHING!

(...prefereably worn while eating a pain au chocolat...)

More seriously...

Velcros for most stuff (one pair knackered and soft, one pair newer and stiffer)
Dragons for steep / anything requiring a working heel
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on September 26, 2012, 12:37:15 pm
Steep Sport: Scarpa Magos
Trad/Smeary Vertical and Less Overhanging bouldering: Scarpa Vapour Velcro
Hard bouldering: Scarpa Stix/5.10 Dragons

Getting annoyed with bagged out pieces of crap, 5.10 Blancos.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Grubes on September 26, 2012, 12:44:46 pm
Indoors 5.10 5x
Everything else velcro's/quantum
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 26, 2012, 12:45:15 pm
Used to buy (and will continue to use) stix for most things, then instinct slippers, which are lovely if a little soft, but really need something with velcro when i come up short.

Have just purchased boostics, which actually fit my feet better than the boosters/rockette did and have also got solutions (which most people who own seem to like a lot)

I used to be a 5.10 fan until scarpa started making shoes that fitted nicely and wore pinks almost exclusively, with the odd pair of anasazi velcros thrown in for good measure.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on September 26, 2012, 12:47:58 pm
OK so we've got Scarpa and 5:10 covered (I think) - anyone with the la Sportiva side? Testarossa's have been mentioned, Solutions I guess?

any more for any more?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andyh on September 26, 2012, 12:52:43 pm
should i buy that cheap pair of pontas I've seen?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on September 26, 2012, 12:55:44 pm
should i buy that cheap pair of pontas I've seen?

If you want to.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 26, 2012, 12:58:35 pm
should i buy that cheap pair of pontas I've seen?

If you want to.

Hell i even almost bought a pair of boldrinis out of desperation ;)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on September 26, 2012, 01:14:31 pm
Scarpa Magos:   limestone and boards
Scarpa Instinct lace: everything else.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on September 26, 2012, 01:20:03 pm
no La Sportiva fanboi's out there?
calling the Boreal massive...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: r-man on September 26, 2012, 01:41:25 pm
Testarossas - but I'm not sure these are even available in the UK?
Boreals (currently falcons) because no other heels will stay on my feet. If only I could get falcons and testarossas to become sole-mates and take the footsying to another level, I'd wear their babies. (Obviously I'd drown the ones with falcon toes and testarossa heels).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: abarro81 on September 26, 2012, 01:49:44 pm
Scarpa Magos:   limestone and boards
Scarpa Instinct lace: everything else.

Have you tried the instincts on lime? I was quickly converted from the Magos when I got my first pair 2 years ago, I find them much better for pulling with my toes on steep ground.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on September 26, 2012, 01:55:20 pm
Thanks - I'll take them to the Tor if it dries and compare. The Vibram Grip2 is noticeably sticker than the first stuff. I quite like the Magos tho - when they got discounted at the Works I bought 3 pairs :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on September 26, 2012, 02:00:41 pm
no La Sportiva fanboi's out there?

I wear Katana laces for various stuff, first pair of the pointy-toe genre not sure if I'll stick with them next time (would have to remove a toe to get Dragons on).
otherwise greens or velcros for most non-lime stuff

 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chris j on September 26, 2012, 02:02:38 pm
OK, so lets set up a poll... find out what peoples present favourite (as in presently available) shoes are..

Scarpa Vapour Velcros (vertical & steeper lime)
Red Chilli Corona (indoor)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on September 26, 2012, 02:07:45 pm
So far I count 15 people (I'm adding myself here), mentioning:

Scarpa Mago
Scarpa Instinct Lace
Scarpa Instinct Slipper
Scarpa Stix
Scarpa Boostics
Scarpa Vapour Velcro

La Sportiva Solutions
La Sportiva Cobra
La Sportiva Speedster
La Sportiva Testarossa
La Sportiva Katana Lace

5.10 Anasazi Velcro
5.10 5X
5.10 Quantum
5.10 Dragon
5.10 Anasazi V2
5.10 Anasazi Verde
5.10 Galileo

Red Chilli Corona

Boreal Falcon

That's 20 different models. And as mentioned, this isn't going to include entry-level shoes. And nobody's mentioned the Miura VS, Arrowheads, Teams (all of which are popular), but nobody's said them, so they don't go on the list.

I'll grant that Anasazi Velcros crop up more than most, hence why everyone and their dog stocks them, but in order for a shop to entice as many customers as possible, they've got to offer everyone's favourites, as well as alternative models (just to try), and then they don't want to alienate the beginners, so to please those 11 people, and as many other people as possible, you're looking at 25 models, bare minimum. Maybe add a few more for women's fit too.

Anyway.... I've accidentally hijacked this thread. Sorry.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 26, 2012, 02:13:05 pm
Evolv?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: abarro81 on September 26, 2012, 02:17:31 pm
Does anyone pay money for evolvs??

On the subject of stocking multiples of a size - it can be really useful due to the variation within a given size which I've experienced with 5.10 (major issue) and Scarpa (less so but still sometimes notable).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 26, 2012, 02:26:09 pm
Yes, me, because they fit me far better than 5.10 (massive heels), Scarpa (massive toe box) and La Sportiva (doesn't feel right for some reason).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SamD on September 26, 2012, 02:40:22 pm
Sad thing for me is no shop can stock my shoe of choice because lyon won't import them. Like the sound of the testarossa's too but wait! Nope, won't import them either. Have become alot more disappointed with la sportiva recently since they started putting XS edge on a number of their models - it just doesn't perform anywhere near well as XS Grip 2.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on September 26, 2012, 02:43:11 pm
Scarpa (less so but still sometimes notable).

I couldn't choose between the Instinct Slippers in a 40, or a 41.5! I love them, but there can be a massive difference from one batch to the next. Even more than 5.10!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: abarro81 on September 26, 2012, 02:51:45 pm
Scarpa (less so but still sometimes notable).

I couldn't choose between the Instinct Slippers in a 40, or a 41.5! I love them, but there can be a massive difference from one batch to the next. Even more than 5.10!

Maybe it's got worse? I got a new pair the other day and had to try on a couple of different 42.5s to get one that felt right; previously I've just stuck one of that size on and had no problems, or mail ordered them with no issues. (I've worn 42.5 in them for 2 years solid now, probably ~10 pairs - someone must be making money out of this!)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on September 26, 2012, 02:55:09 pm
Maybe it's got worse?

I think it might've been one particularly "unusual" batch.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on September 26, 2012, 04:04:48 pm
I regularly order Scarpas online (I've had Magos, Boosters, Vapour Velcros and Stix and all fitted fine)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Grubes on September 26, 2012, 04:09:49 pm
Yes, me, because they fit me far better than 5.10 (massive heels), Scarpa (massive toe box) and La Sportiva (doesn't feel right for some reason).
Andi if you buy evolv, beyond hope are having a sample sale this Sunday in uppermill. Might be worth a visit stuff was dirt cheap last time
Quote from: fukc
This Sunday we are running one of our quarterly sample sales. We will be at Uppermill Museum with past season samples and stock from prAna, Metolius and Evolv.
Once again, we will be running the event in conjunction with local store Mountain Feet and the new specialist climbing shop The Crag Station.

Mountain Feet will be there with great discounts on specialist footwear, and The Crag Station will have introductory vouchers for their shop opening this weekend.

Sunday 30th September 10am - 4pm
Saddleworth Museum, Uppermill
Crag station say they stock 5.10 and sportiva on there website. I have not checked the shop out yet and they weren't at the last sale so I do not know if the offers will be that good or not.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 26, 2012, 04:21:57 pm
Cheers, probably won't be able to get to Uppermill on Saturday though (and I've recently bought two new pairs!)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on September 26, 2012, 05:29:38 pm

That's 20 different models. And as mentioned, this isn't going to include entry-level shoes. And nobody's mentioned the Miura VS, Arrowheads, Teams (all of which are popular), but nobody's said them, so they don't go on the list.

I'll grant that Anasazi Velcros crop up more than most, hence why everyone and their dog stocks them, but in order for a shop to entice as many customers as possible, they've got to offer everyone's favourites, as well as alternative models (just to try), and then they don't want to alienate the beginners, so to please those 11 people, and as many other people as possible, you're looking at 25 models, bare minimum. Maybe add a few more for women's fit too.

Anyway.... I've accidentally hijacked this thread. Sorry.

I follow your logic.

We need some sort of weighted ranking system to go along with choice, there would obviously always be the staples (anasazis etc), which most people could not function without.

I was thinking about the whole variety thing a lot more and if stix, instincts, boostics etc didn't exist, I'd be completely happy with rockettes and only rockettes, (which aren't really a ladies fit, just a different colour). In saying that, I used to love the dominator lace ups and was gutted when they stopped making them, I must've gone through 8 pairs, they were perfect for me on all terrain, i owned no other shoes at that point in time. Do people actually spend more money on rockshoes in the long run as a result of there being more models available? If so mfrs are doing the right thing

As far as entry level shoes go, it is understandable that each mfr makes a pair, but a shop shouldn't attempt to stock an entry level shoe from every mfr, a shit shoe is a shit shoe after all.

I guess shops may make money from novelty shoes alternative models, but i wouldn't have thought so.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: moose on September 26, 2012, 05:36:32 pm
Anasazi velcros for all-around performance, or Verdes, especially when I used to climb trad.  Incidentally, does anyone else wish there was a lace-up with the exact same shape as the velcros?  The Verdes are more symmetric and less precise and the Blancos are too narrow.  I am recent convert to Dragons for steep or precise stuff - I have been amazed at how well they suit me for Malham's leaning technicalities (but dread having to break-in another pair). 

I used to love Sportiva; my favourite "steep shoes" were venom slippers but they stopped making them and I got fed up with how quickly the toes of Katanas wore through.  A pair of cheap Miuras almost reawakened the faith but they stretched a lot, very quickly (and life's too short to waste time second-guessing the stretchiness of suede).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Sasquatch on September 26, 2012, 10:31:57 pm
+1 for

La Sport Solution - Bouldering without a heel hook
Miura VS - Sport and Bouldering with heel hook :)

I REALLY want to try some Scarpa's, but we don't have anyone local who carries a good Scarpa selection for me to try on for size/fit.  I've got a ridiculously wide foot, more like a flipper, so almost all shoes fit me weird....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Styx on September 29, 2012, 11:46:11 am
I used to love my 5.10's but I eventually tired of the sloppy heals and switched to Sportiva for most stuff.


5.10 -
Anasazi VCS - Good all rounder, shit heel.
Arrowhead - Awesome for standing on tiny nubbins and toeing in to pockets, very precise and satisfying. Except once they had fully stretched out my heel literally fell out of the shoe when toeing in on holds.
Newtons - Solid all day trad shoe, comfortable but about as aggressive as a clown shoe.

La Sportiva -
Miura Lace - THE all round top performance shoe, imo. It fits like a glove and edges like a beast. Probably not the best for grit until well broken in but I'm no fan of grit anyhow.
Miura VS - As above, sized another half size down from my lace ups for red points and steeper stuff. Sexy shoes. Shame I can't wear them for longer periods, boo.

Evolv -
Bandits - Recently picked up a pair for training indoors, comfy and fit my foot perfectly, cheap too.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on September 29, 2012, 08:47:03 pm
La Sportiva -
Miura Lace - THE all round top performance shoe, imo. It fits like a glove and edges like a beast.

+1
Best Shoe Ever.

Quote
Miura VS - As above, sized another half size down from my lace ups for red points and steeper stuff. Sexy shoes. Shame I can't wear them for longer periods, boo.

Didn't like the fit of these when I tried them in the shop, even though they're supposed to be the same last (P75) as the Laces.

Was much less impressed with Katanas. Velcro Katanas broke down quickly and lost all semblance of support, and I just don't feel secure in Katana Laces. Probably they're too broad for my feet - noticeably wider than same size Miuras.

(What does any of this have to do with "cheap", apart from the fact that nobody has mentioned Boldrinis?)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Styx on September 30, 2012, 08:28:11 am

Quote
Miura VS - As above, sized another half size down from my lace ups for red points and steeper stuff. Sexy shoes. Shame I can't wear them for longer periods, boo.

Didn't like the fit of these when I tried them in the shop, even though they're supposed to be the same last (P75) as the Laces.


Yeah, weird how they're supposedly the same last, almost everyone I know who has compared them thinks they have a different fit, possibly due to the P3 platform giving more of a downturn? If anything, they fit my feet better than the laces, I just sized them a bit too tightly for long term comfort. They do feel like you're wearing rubber talons on your feet tho, ace :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: erm, sam on October 01, 2012, 09:25:20 am
I am on my first pair of Muira velcros and I think they are fantastic. I never liked the lace up version at all.
I find my greens are better for pure slabbing but the the VSs are better for everything else, and the heel is fantastic. I love them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: standard on October 01, 2012, 05:01:20 pm
Every time i come here, I expect to find a shoe bargain, but it's just you lot discussing your favourite shoes!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on October 01, 2012, 05:05:33 pm
Hang around a bit longer you do get some on-topic posting.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andyh on October 01, 2012, 07:54:37 pm
Go Outdoors have a 15% off voucher on their website - this week only.

Just got some Scarpa Vapours for 76 quid.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Ste on October 01, 2012, 08:16:05 pm
We are running an Evolv boot demo tomorrow evening (Tuesday) with Matt Birch. Plenty of Evolv shoes to try out and we running 15% off RRP on Evolv purchases on the evening.


Cheers

Steve D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on October 01, 2012, 09:24:46 pm
Every time i come here, I expect to find a shoe bargain, but it's just you lot discussing your favourite shoes!

I am disgustingly smug because I have an excellent local shop that does e.g. Miura Laces for 99 Euros plus 10% discount for purchases over 100 Euros, so I just have buy a couple of metres of ab tat - always useful given my level of alpine ability - or a krab, and voila, 72 quid Miuras. (They don't do mail order)

And four hours down the road is Arco, the discount climbing gear capital of the world.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on October 10, 2012, 09:58:11 am
Save money on shoes at Rock and Run today (worth following on Twitter or Farcebook for such offers)...

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A41PfQjCIAEgJCj.jpg)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on October 10, 2012, 10:31:37 am
hmm - possibly not (though it might be worth trying..) good spot though SL.

(https://www.rockrun.com/product_images/uploaded_images/Rock_Shoes.jpg)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on October 10, 2012, 10:39:08 am
hmm - possibly not (though it might be worth trying..) good spot though SL.

(https://www.rockrun.com/product_images/uploaded_images/Rock_Shoes.jpg)

Bastards. Just tried to order a bouldering Mat and it wouldnt apply the discount... Pah.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on October 10, 2012, 10:41:41 am


Hornets £65 from the Depot (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/five-ten-hornet-special-deal-save-45)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on October 10, 2012, 11:02:06 am
hmm - possibly not (though it might be worth trying..) good spot though SL.

(https://www.rockrun.com/product_images/uploaded_images/Rock_Shoes.jpg)

Sly, I'm sure I've seen rock shoes under climbing in the past.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on October 10, 2012, 11:04:08 am
hmm - possibly not (though it might be worth trying..) good spot though SL.


Sly, I'm sure I've seen rock shoes under climbing in the past.

Yeah - though since when has a bouldering mat not been climbing equipment eh! *shakes fist*
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: standard on October 10, 2012, 01:42:19 pm


Hornets £65 from the Depot (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/five-ten-hornet-special-deal-save-45)

50 quid in selected sizes: http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Hornet.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Hornet.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sidewinder on October 10, 2012, 02:04:06 pm
Yeah - though since when has a bouldering mat not been climbing equipment eh! *shakes fist*

Quote from: rockrun
Sorry this had a glitch should be working properly now.

I think this means you will probably be able to get your cheap(er) bouldering mat now, though I think the shoes  are still off limits.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nibile on October 12, 2012, 02:18:43 pm


Hornets £65 from the Depot (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/five-ten-hornet-special-deal-save-45)

50 quid in selected sizes: http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Hornet.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Hornet.html)
Look in the mirror and repeat "Lorenzo, you do not need another pair of climbing shoes..."
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on October 12, 2012, 03:41:13 pm
Nibs: no shoes, no matter how cheap, are going to help with increasing front lever times
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nibile on October 12, 2012, 03:44:56 pm
Nibs: no shoes, no matter how cheap, are going to help with increasing front lever times
True dat, but I am positive that I'd be extremely sexy in Hornets.  ;D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on October 21, 2012, 09:50:34 am
Not just cheap shoes..... Rock+Run are doing 15% off everything on thier site until Monday at 9am. The code is on their facebook page (I am not computer literate enough to link it... sorry)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on October 21, 2012, 10:41:58 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/643908_10151288371643561_325405346_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on October 21, 2012, 03:20:35 pm
Thanks!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on October 21, 2012, 03:30:43 pm
Boulders are doing Talons for 65sheets!

http://bouldersuk.com/index.php/climbing-shoes/evolv-talon (http://bouldersuk.com/index.php/climbing-shoes/evolv-talon)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: JayJ on October 24, 2012, 02:46:51 pm
Climbing Works shoe sale

http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/ (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on November 06, 2012, 08:47:38 am
Rock and Run end of summer sale has a few going cheap(er), inc 5:10 Projects for 50 notes.

http://www.rockrun.com/categories/LATEST-DEALS/Rock-Shoe-Deals/ (http://www.rockrun.com/categories/LATEST-DEALS/Rock-Shoe-Deals/)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: iwasmexican on November 06, 2012, 11:06:28 am
Rock and Run end of summer sale has a few going cheap(er), inc 5:10 Projects for 50 notes.

http://www.rockrun.com/categories/LATEST-DEALS/Rock-Shoe-Deals/ (http://www.rockrun.com/categories/LATEST-DEALS/Rock-Shoe-Deals/)

can anyone give me a comparison of the projects and the teams? have got the teams at the moment and i love them, but they are wearing thin and with those at only £50....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on November 06, 2012, 07:50:22 pm
Projects are way softer than teams and have a heel that is too shallow, so it peels off even when fitted super tight. For me at least!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: iwasmexican on November 06, 2012, 08:43:33 pm
Projects are way softer than teams and have a heel that is too shallow, so it peels off even when fitted super tight. For me at least!

hmmm the heel is that best bit of the teams, will think about it then...


edit: sizing wise are they basically the same though?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on November 06, 2012, 10:47:21 pm
they're made by 5.10 - this should tell you the answer
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on November 06, 2012, 11:01:36 pm
they're made by 5.10 - this should tell you the answer

I always remember Dave's "you're lucky if you get a left and a right shoe in the box" quote when it comes to buying 5:10s...I've got 6 pairs of varying models and stages of wear and if I remember rightly they're all different sizes!


Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 06, 2012, 11:21:12 pm
Hmm... maybe the Addidas take over has had a positive impact, as last set of velcros I bought (couple of months ago) seemed far less random in sizing (as in I tried a couple the same size, and they seemed the same - and the size larger and size smaller were (unbelievably) larger and smaller!)...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on November 07, 2012, 06:47:08 am
As others have said it can be a lottery! I have a pair a full size down and another a half size down from my teams. (bought the 2nd pair as they were on sale for cheap and figured I'd use them in font as the first pair worked well there).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on November 07, 2012, 09:28:11 am
Reduced 5.10 approach, biking and pub shoes here:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Brands.aspx?BrandID=247 (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Brands.aspx?BrandID=247)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: standard on November 14, 2012, 11:42:18 am
https://twitter.com/rockandrun/status/268679263950090240

edit: does not appear to get 20% off. it's removing 11% (ish) on the 5.10's i tried.
edit2: ah, 20% off RRP. Some shoes already have an RRP discount, so this bumps it to 20%.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: stevej on November 14, 2012, 12:19:33 pm
Bananafingers shoes are always on good deals. They're already at a fair old discount but you can get an extra 10% off your order, discounted or not, with referrer codes that people keep spamming on UKC and elsewhere. Typically works out at ~25-30% off RRP on 5.10s. Blancos are £85.50, velcros and greens for £81, the real bargains are LVs at £75 for the small-heeled amongst us or arrowheads (most sizes) for £64(!!)

Just bought some shoes from them, I assume they'll eventually give me a code to spam to the world at some stage (as far as I can gather, get enough people to use it and you get a personal 25% off code, that's the incentive). Not totally convinced by this logic, I assumed it was BF spamming the shit out of UKC themselves when I first saw them and sort of avoided it by principle, really don't agree with deals like this that encourage spam but hey ho, cheap shoes. I've not been given one (yet) but there are various valid ones here (scroll right to the bottom for the still-valid ones) (http://www.outdoorsmagic.com/forum/gear/banana-fingers-discount-code/53143.html)

Fwiw, I hear they're pretty good with size-swapping
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Styx on November 15, 2012, 08:39:43 pm

Fwiw, I hear they're pretty good with size-swapping

From personal experience, their customer service is top notch. I've exchanged a few pairs of shoes/items of clothing and the new ones always came back super quick.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Will Hunt on November 15, 2012, 11:33:27 pm
Word.
Any size 39.5 Katana velcros around at the moment? When we were in Italy they were unbelievably cheap. Should have stocked up  :slap:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on November 16, 2012, 01:05:17 pm
I know one of the owners of BananaFingers and spoke to him about the discount code situation. Apparently, after posting some legit discount codes on facebook, etc, people started asking for like 10% ones in return for giving BF their business. They then started posting them on here and UKC, etc, for all to use. He's certainly not spamming himself and not offering incentives for getting people to spam codes. I just think that if at the time when someone tries to use the code (whether it's expired or not), if it's cost beneficial to honour it so that they get the business then they do so.

I think you should supply some evidence before spouting stuff like this.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: stevej on November 16, 2012, 02:34:37 pm
I think you should supply some evidence before spouting stuff like this.
I didn't say that. What I said is that the result is 'people keep spamming them on UKC' which is true; every week I see another thread appear and be deleted by the mods (and I'm nowhere near a F5-hitting UKC reader)

They are referrer link codes and there is incentive for individuals to spread them far and wide, people aren't sharing through the goodness of their hearts (since there are so many knocking around they're easy to find). Here's a copy of the email they just sent me:

Quote
All you have to do is share the link below with your friends on Facebook, Twitter or by email and they will get 10% off for their first order. In return, you'll get a reward voucher depending on the number of orders placed by your friends.

If your friends order:     You receive a reward coupon of:
1 or more times     10% Off
3 or more times     15% Off
6 or more times     20% Off
Here's mine (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/refhny.php?c=OGIxMzUzNWI5Mg%2c%2c) Feel free to use it so I can get more cheap shoes< and here we have the crux of it. Despite all this I've gone and fucking posted it to greedily try and get 20% off my next order. However you sugar-coat that, it's spammy. The pretty short time limit on individuals voucher codes means that if you want six people to use it, you're going to have to bung it on facebook, stick it on twitter, and more likely, share it with hundreds of people you don't know via UKB/C/outdoorswhateverforums. The twist to it all is that everyone can keep telling themselves that it's mutually beneficial advertising that helps people get cheap shoes, and BF to sell more stuff.

To get back on track, the previous best place to get katanas from was gooutdoors with a 10% off price match of someone cheaper. Might be worth adding katanas to basket on bananafingers at £99, going through to checkout, applying discount, then printing off and taking to gooutdoors and see if they'll pricematch the reduced price, minus another 10%.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on November 16, 2012, 02:38:08 pm
I think you should supply some evidence before spouting stuff like this.
(and I'm nowhere near a F5-hitting UKC reader)

I didnt know what that meant so just tried it, mind = blown
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on November 16, 2012, 02:40:38 pm
Do you feel refreshed after that revelation?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on November 16, 2012, 02:45:36 pm
I think you should supply some evidence before spouting stuff like this.
(and I'm nowhere near a F5-hitting UKC reader)

I didnt know what that meant so just tried it, mind = blown

Try....

Ctrl-t
Alt-Tab
Ctrl-a
Ctrl-c
Ctrl-x
Ctrl-v
Ctrl-Alt-Del

You might have come-down by Monday!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on November 16, 2012, 02:47:28 pm
I learnt ctrl+n the other day. Saves at least 1 second's worth of clicking.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on November 16, 2012, 03:13:18 pm
A couple of my favourites:

Alt + Enter for autosend email in Outlook

Windows button + L for lock screen
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on November 16, 2012, 03:19:39 pm
You can enable short-cuts in gmail too.

Keyboards >> mouse

Anyway, this could be worthy of a thread of its own.  :off:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on November 16, 2012, 03:58:36 pm

Quote
All you have to do is share the link below with your friends on Facebook, Twitter or by email and they will get 10% off for their first order. In return, you'll get a reward voucher depending on the number of orders placed by your friends.

If your friends order:     You receive a reward coupon of:
1 or more times     10% Off
3 or more times     15% Off
6 or more times     20% Off

Well that certainly looks like evidence. I apologise, as it seems things have escalated since I last spoke with BF. I guess they're trying to benefit from all of the people requesting codes from them. He's quite the entrepreneur!

I still stick by the comment that BF aren't the ones making the posts though and I'm sure they never intended for people to spam websites with them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: namnok on November 16, 2012, 04:33:00 pm
If I drag my finger up the screen of my iPad, it scrolls down the page till the end where it bounces back if dragged too far. All apples work that be
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Durbs on November 16, 2012, 04:36:30 pm
I enjoy windows-key+pause/break -> System
Not a lot of people know that.

Anyway :off: :sorry:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Drew on November 16, 2012, 07:56:01 pm
I think you should supply some evidence before spouting stuff like this.
(and I'm nowhere near a F5-hitting UKC reader)
I didnt know what that meant so just tried it, mind = blown

Try....

Alt-Tab

Used so often in IT lessons at school.

Also:
Alt-Shift-Tab
Ctrl-Tab
Ctrl-Shift-Tab
 :off:
 :sorry:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 23, 2012, 05:07:33 am
Just to change things, here are some cheap shoes...... 5.10 blackwings 75 sheets from BF:-

http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/fiveten-blackwing-p-945.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/fiveten-blackwing-p-945.html)

And they have knocked the Hornets down to 65 notes as well:-

http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/fiveten-hornet-p-944.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/fiveten-hornet-p-944.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on December 02, 2012, 11:36:41 pm
quantums at V12 for £69.99

http://www.v12outdoor.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=5054 (http://www.v12outdoor.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=5054)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Styx on December 04, 2012, 08:49:24 am
Anasazi VCS at V12 for £75, all sizes:

http://www.v12outdoor.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=2133 (http://www.v12outdoor.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=2133)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: stevej on December 05, 2012, 03:08:43 pm
Shoe deal of the year?

Katanas for £50. Lots of sizes. Limit to 1 pair per person

clicky (http://www.kendalwall.co.uk/product/la_sportiva_katana_special_purchase)

Best bit is they're the old model in XS Grip, not the XS Edge 2012 model with major wear issues
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on December 05, 2012, 03:18:48 pm
That's a reight bargain. They're my favourite wall shoes as they're comfy as well as precise.
Bit soft for me for outside, but still a bargain
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Durbs on December 05, 2012, 04:27:33 pm
 :2thumbsup: :punk:

Bargainous. Good find. Happy early-christmas me!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dontfollowme on December 05, 2012, 04:28:40 pm
Shoe deal of the year?

Katanas for £50. Lots of sizes. Limit to 1 pair per person

clicky (http://www.kendalwall.co.uk/product/la_sportiva_katana_special_purchase)

Best bit is they're the old model in XS Grip, not the XS Edge 2012 model with major wear issues

Do these size the same as Miura lace ups?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: stevej on December 05, 2012, 05:13:43 pm
not really. Think I had 40 or 41 muiras and take 39.5 comfy-ish / 39 tech-ish in katanas. Fwiw the bananafingers calculator agrees and says go down a whole UK size

disclaimer: my feet are a ridiculous shape
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: phroggz on December 09, 2012, 12:42:00 pm
5.10 Projects for £54.95... don't know their fit personally, but i love anything 5.10

http://bouldersuk.com/five-ten-project (http://bouldersuk.com/five-ten-project)

5.10 Teams for £69.99, limited sizes

http://www.urbanrock.com/team-510 (http://www.urbanrock.com/team-510)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on December 11, 2012, 10:57:49 am
I bought some of those cheap Katanas in a 39 but they're miles too small for me.
No more left in stock at that price to get a replacement.


Of course I can send them back for a refund, but just wondered if anyone in Sheff wanted them so I didn't have to wrap them up, go to the post office, stand in line at the post office, listen to people talk bollox in the post office, try and avoid the stare of the nutter in the post office and pay for to send them back


£50 the same as I paid to be left at a wall in Sheff or dropped off if you don't live too far away
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on December 15, 2012, 11:16:42 am
TK Maxx in Sheffield have got Scarpa Zen approach shoe for £49.99
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on December 15, 2012, 12:44:55 pm
TK Maxx in Sheffield have got Scarpa Zen approach shoe for £49.99

Rock solid durable approach shoes.
Perhaps not the best for climbing

Tiso has some girly ones at same price
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on December 16, 2012, 02:51:26 pm
http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbingshoes-c-67_22.html?filter_id=11&sort=5a (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbingshoes-c-67_22.html?filter_id=11&sort=5a)
Tom's got lots of 5.10's reduced at the moment
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: leeroy on December 28, 2012, 01:21:17 pm
http://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/evolv-talon-clearance (http://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/product/evolv-talon-clearance)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on December 30, 2012, 10:50:20 am
dontgooutdoors has cheap pontas II's along with £7 quickdraws and, if you can get to edgeware road, a grigri for £35.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: stokesy on December 30, 2012, 11:24:08 am
Nottingham Climbing Centre currently selling Red Chili Habanero VCRs for £50, still got a few sizes left. Discounted due to discoloured straps.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: BB on December 31, 2012, 03:55:32 am
Nottingham Climbing Centre currently selling Red Chili Habanero VCRs for £50, still got a few sizes left. Discounted due to discoloured straps being made by Red Chili.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on January 20, 2013, 01:03:11 am
Planetfear are doing Anasazi vcs for 70 sheets!!!!

http://www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510AnasaziVCSClimbingShoe_1642_0_21917_1.html (http://www.planetfear.com/item/Brand_510AnasaziVCSClimbingShoe_1642_0_21917_1.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 24, 2013, 08:18:26 am
5:10 projects for £49.... looks like limited sizes etc..

http://bouldersuk.com/climbing-shoes/five-ten-project (http://bouldersuk.com/climbing-shoes/five-ten-project)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: benpritch on January 25, 2013, 02:05:05 pm
5.10 teams, size 8 -  £58 on ebay

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130835064243?_trksid=p5197.c0.m619 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130835064243?_trksid=p5197.c0.m619)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on January 26, 2013, 02:54:26 pm
5.10 Teams and Hornets for 50 quid in limited sizes at Needlesports:-

http://needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rockshoes/Top-End-Rockshoes/Team-510-FIV-TEAM#.UQPs1Sdg8_g (http://needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rockshoes/Top-End-Rockshoes/Team-510-FIV-TEAM#.UQPs1Sdg8_g)

http://needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rockshoes/Top-End-Rockshoes/Hornet#.UQPs5idg8_g (http://needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rockshoes/Top-End-Rockshoes/Hornet#.UQPs5idg8_g)

Not my size unfortunately  :'(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on January 26, 2013, 03:25:18 pm
Whats the sizing like on hornets compared to teams?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Gritlad on January 26, 2013, 04:23:04 pm
Not sure about teams but I'm 9 1/2 in Hornets, 8 / 8 1/2 in Anazazi's, 8's in scarpa shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shurt on February 04, 2013, 02:17:41 pm
They aren't reduced but the Simond velcros from Decathlon (the lime green ones) are actually a really good buy at 60 quid. Same rubber as Sportivas and good fit. Remind me of some old Sportiva velcros I had years ago but not as stiff...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Baldy on February 25, 2013, 02:34:39 pm
http://www.sportpursuit.com/climbing (http://www.sportpursuit.com/climbing)

I think you may need to sign up but...

Pontas @ £48
Geshido @ £54

Also good place to pick up quality clothing for cheap prices it seems
(I havent ordered from them yet, so service/postage is an unknown)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: benpritch on February 26, 2013, 05:10:02 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FiveTen-Teams-Size-42-EUR-8-UK-Climbing-shoes-/170995304197?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item27d01d4705 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FiveTen-Teams-Size-42-EUR-8-UK-Climbing-shoes-/170995304197?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&hash=item27d01d4705)

£1.40 at the mo
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Simon W on February 27, 2013, 06:25:28 am
Instinct lace ups for 55 quid, most sizes when I last checked

http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/ (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mark20 on February 27, 2013, 07:46:41 am
Whites £68, Velcos £66, Dragons £66. Postage is free, which is nice
http://lakesclimber.com/footwear-c213 (http://lakesclimber.com/footwear-c213)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on February 27, 2013, 08:20:14 am
Bargains, thanks
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on February 27, 2013, 08:38:10 am
Good spot cheers
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: wintermute on April 16, 2013, 04:34:42 pm
Evolv Optimus Prime Lace - £38.50

 http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-Lace.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-Lace.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on April 16, 2013, 09:58:23 pm
Evolv Optimus Prime Lace - £38.50

 http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-Lace.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-Lace.html)

Good call but all the sizes are out of stock (now)  :(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fidders on May 10, 2013, 02:31:01 pm
Evolv Prime Lace - most sizes £55 http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-Lace.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-Lace.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Cretin on May 11, 2013, 09:39:19 pm
How do people find the evolv primes? they look good but never seen them sold anywhere to try on
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Cretin on May 21, 2013, 08:33:33 pm
Bump! anyone have any deals to share? currently in the market for a new pair of shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kelvin on May 21, 2013, 09:04:27 pm
How do people find the evolv primes? they look good but never seen them sold anywhere to try on

Just bought a pair of the laces. Usually wear Bandits in size 7.5, the lace ones are slightly tighter but have the Primes in an 8.5. The fit is near the same but more room for the four littler toes it would seem. I'd say they're comfier than my Bandit laces but not the velcro. Was told to go up a full size at some Evolv day with Ben Bransby - he may climb alright but he knows his shoe sizing for sure.

Not climbed in them enough yet to comment any further, other than to say, they may as well be made of rubber as there's hardly any material anywhere.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on May 22, 2013, 09:25:07 am
http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-SC.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Prime-SC.html)

I've got those so they may fit slightly different to the lace-ups. I'm size 8 in most Evolv shoes and these are no different. Excellent grit heel-hooking shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on May 23, 2013, 09:12:52 pm
Everything is currently 15% off at 'fuck your local retailer, we have low overheads and high purchasing power' aka 'buy gaiters, down and other totally over-the-top kit to walk round the local park with your dog' aka 'goindoorsitscoldoutside'
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 13, 2013, 09:05:04 pm
Loadsa bargains!!!

http://www.tiso.com/shop/rock-boots/?eb=0&o=0&show=all (http://www.tiso.com/shop/rock-boots/?eb=0&o=0&show=all)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 15, 2013, 01:11:34 pm
Good price on 5.10 Quantums on rock + run

http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Anasazi-Quantum.html (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Five-Ten-Anasazi-Quantum.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on June 27, 2013, 08:42:04 pm
Extra 15% off everything at gooutdoors

http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/climbing/climbing-shoes/sort/2/pg/2 (http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/climbing/climbing-shoes/sort/2/pg/2)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: horn on July 01, 2013, 02:45:16 pm
5.10 Arrowheads, Quantums and Hornets are down to £75 at Outside

http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/brand/Five%20Ten (http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/brand/Five%20Ten)

Shame they're all too narrow for me, in fact I've got a pair of Arrowheads that I can't envisage ever breaking in, think they're a size 9, only been worn a handful of times. £45 if anyone wants them message me!

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on July 06, 2013, 09:24:37 pm
Evolv Talons £56 (http://www.rockrun.com/products/Evolv-Talon-G2.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: butterworthtom on August 07, 2013, 05:12:28 pm
Evolv talons £50!
And some nice 5.10 running/ approach shoes.
http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/ (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on August 07, 2013, 05:23:11 pm
not running, freerunning! although it also says

 
Quote
Designed for running and more specifically for running from the bulls at the annual run in Pamploma, Spain

Guess that's why they are a nice red colour, in case you get gored so the blood won't show.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on August 22, 2013, 12:46:30 pm
Whats the sizing like on Evolv's Geshido?
I need a new pair of shoes to warm up in and these are going for £50 on R&R.

Ive read someone on this thread saying Bransby recommends sizing up one from your street shoe size, but a review on R&R says to size down one from street shoe size  :blink:

Can anyone owing a pair please give me thier thougths please?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on August 22, 2013, 01:26:37 pm
not running, freerunning! although it also says

 
Quote
Designed for running and more specifically for running from the bulls at the annual run in Pamploma, Spain

Guess that's why they are a nice red colour, in case you get gored so the blood won't show.

don't start that again, or someone will get called a knobhead
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on August 22, 2013, 02:24:44 pm
Whats the sizing like on Evolv's Geshido?
I need a new pair of shoes to warm up in and these are going for £50 on R&R.

Ive read someone on this thread saying Bransby recommends sizing up one from your street shoe size, but a review on R&R says to size down one from street shoe size  :blink:

Can anyone owing a pair please give me thier thougths please?

I guess the guy from R&R must wear thinner socks than mocho  :P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on August 22, 2013, 02:48:56 pm
Whats the sizing like on Evolv's Geshido?
I need a new pair of shoes to warm up in and these are going for £50 on R&R.

Ive read someone on this thread saying Bransby recommends sizing up one from your street shoe size, but a review on R&R says to size down one from street shoe size  :blink:

Can anyone owing a pair please give me thier thougths please?

Just got a pair of these to use as an indoor shoe. I went half a size down and they are tight but not too bad. Street shoe size would be quite comfortable.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nibile on August 22, 2013, 03:15:38 pm
It seemed strange indeed, that Crouch didn't have a pair of these also.
Title: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on August 22, 2013, 03:37:35 pm
Cheers rich
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: psychomansam on August 23, 2013, 10:32:03 am
Whats the sizing like on Evolv's Geshido?
I need a new pair of shoes to warm up in and these are going for £50 on R&R.

Ive read someone on this thread saying Bransby recommends sizing up one from your street shoe size, but a review on R&R says to size down one from street shoe size  :blink:

Can anyone owing a pair please give me thier thougths please?

Just got a pair of these to use as an indoor shoe. I went half a size down and they are tight but not too bad. Street shoe size would be quite comfortable.

Hmm, this might explain why i gave up on evolv shoes. I could wear pontas 1.5 sizes down (as i do for anasazi, vapour) but tried on some geshidos and some others and could hardly get feet in. Thought they were just a weird shape! Oh well, scarpa = build quality, screw those americans.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on August 23, 2013, 12:05:45 pm
I guess thats one reason the Evolv's are cheap!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on September 16, 2013, 08:36:51 pm
A few bargains in here:-

http://www.cragxclimbing.com/index.php?cPath=303&p=shop&sortby=products_name&limit=all (http://www.cragxclimbing.com/index.php?cPath=303&p=shop&sortby=products_name&limit=all)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fatneck on September 18, 2013, 12:32:05 pm
Thanks for that Weak Dave...

I've got FAT hobbit feet and have never got on with La Sportivas, however I see CragX are offering the Pythons (in my size) for a few fuck alls (£66.50)... Are these similar in style to other La Sportivas i.e. narrow fit?

I get on well with 5.10 moccs and dragons but am always on the look out for cheap shoes...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on September 18, 2013, 12:42:12 pm
A few bargains in here:-

http://www.cragxclimbing.com/index.php?cPath=303&p=shop&sortby=products_name&limit=all (http://www.cragxclimbing.com/index.php?cPath=303&p=shop&sortby=products_name&limit=all)

Blanco lovers should stock up before they are phased out  >:(
Title: Re: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on September 18, 2013, 12:57:16 pm
Quote
Are these similar in style to other La Sportivas i.e. narrow fit?

Yes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on September 19, 2013, 09:09:53 am
Shark, are 5.10 definitely getting rid of the blanco or are you speculating? Gutted if they do!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on September 19, 2013, 10:26:15 am
 :whistle:
Shark, are 5.10 definitely getting rid of the blanco or are you speculating? Gutted if they do!

I've been told the same by gaz in v12 beris. Shocking eh! Wonder if they plan to replace it with another 1mm thick soled super soft bendy shoe?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on September 19, 2013, 10:42:43 am
IIRC tom at banana fingers said this too.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on September 19, 2013, 10:44:35 am
I see on there cragx have got daescents for 40 nuggets. Bargain.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Stubbs on September 19, 2013, 11:03:27 am
They are bringing out a more floppy version and pretending it's the pink anasazi aren't they?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on September 19, 2013, 12:11:31 pm
I see on there cragx have got daescents for 40 nuggets. Bargain.


I saw that and went in - I think they've only got 2 pairs left for a dwaaarf or giant IIRC
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on September 19, 2013, 12:50:33 pm
I see on there cragx have got daescents for 40 nuggets. Bargain.


I saw that and went in - I think they've only got 2 pairs left for a dwaaarf or giant IIRC

Cheers for the warning. Confusingly their website is showing full stock in all sizes though...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on September 19, 2013, 02:18:04 pm
It was a couple of weeks ago- so they may have restocked ?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on September 19, 2013, 10:48:34 pm
Shark, are 5.10 definitely getting rid of the blanco or are you speculating? Gutted if they do!

To be replaced by the new pinks (http://ukbouldering.com/board/index.php/topic,22657.0.html)   :tumble:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on September 26, 2013, 08:25:14 pm
Bananafingers have some trats for the ladies:-

Old style 5.10 Blackwings £70
New style 5.10 Blackwings £80

And for the gents:-

Old style Blackwings £75
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on October 06, 2013, 01:30:07 am
Bananafingers are now knocking out the Evolv Pontas 2 for 65 sheets!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on October 15, 2013, 10:14:48 pm
Whites for 70 sheets:-

http://www.tauntonleisure.com/five-ten-men-039-s-anasazi-lace-up-climbing-shoe-larger-size/p6223 (http://www.tauntonleisure.com/five-ten-men-039-s-anasazi-lace-up-climbing-shoe-larger-size/p6223)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on December 12, 2013, 05:56:33 am
Money off at http://www.shopfiveten.com with the code 'jubulant'
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on December 12, 2013, 09:53:53 am
Further to slackline's post, in the closeout section that code can get you a pair of anasazi velcros for £30 + postage from america. Ordering a few pairs would probably get you a pretty substantial saving.

Grey guide tennies for £20 + postage from the US!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on December 12, 2013, 10:05:27 am
Remember though that you may well get hit with import tax when shipping to non-US locations so factor that into the overall cost too.

Make sure you're aware what your US shoe size is too.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on December 12, 2013, 10:39:10 am
And be prepared for what are seen by them to be acceptable "tolerances" within sizing of 5.10 shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: GCW on January 18, 2014, 03:59:29 pm
Just got a pair of Verdes from Cotswold in Preston. I don't know if it's only one store, but they were reduced from a ridiculous £105 to a more sensible £75.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 18, 2014, 04:13:15 pm
same deal online GCW... just checked...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: GCW on January 18, 2014, 04:35:02 pm
Nice. Although with 5.10 sizing roulette.....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on January 23, 2014, 08:36:49 am
Climbnewcastle have anasazi whites and greens for 70 quid. Most of the normal sizes still left when I checked!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: GCW on January 23, 2014, 08:41:50 am
Are whites and green sizing comparable?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 23, 2014, 08:45:51 am
Anyone seen any Anasazi Velcro's going for a decent (sub £90) price?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on January 23, 2014, 09:31:51 am
Decathlon in Sheffield have them for 89.99, but I'm not sure of the sizes. What size are you ? I can have a look on the way home if I get time
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 23, 2014, 10:24:34 am
Decathlon in Sheffield have them for 89.99, but I'm not sure of the sizes. What size are you ? I can have a look on the way home if I get time

Thanks Dolly - but only if you're popping in.. I'm a UK 7.5 - generally I'd prefer to give a UK shop my fuckalls rather than the DecathlogMegaShopolis (though I use them for other things!)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on January 23, 2014, 11:00:32 am
85 quid at v12 but currently lacking a 7.5 Tom.

http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5223/five-ten-anasazi-velcro-rock-climbing-shoes (http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5223/five-ten-anasazi-velcro-rock-climbing-shoes)

Just checked our stock and it says there should be 3, so give them a shout :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: J_duds on January 23, 2014, 11:11:44 am
Anyone seen any Anasazi Velcro's going for a decent (sub £90) price?

£89.99 at Foundry Cragx:

http://www.cragxclimbing.com/collections/shoes-footwear/products/5-10-anasazi-vcs (http://www.cragxclimbing.com/collections/shoes-footwear/products/5-10-anasazi-vcs)

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on January 23, 2014, 12:33:54 pm
decathlon in Sheff have also got those short insulated wellies reduced to £5 at the moment
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on January 23, 2014, 01:33:01 pm
decathlon in Sheff have also got those short insulated wellies reduced to £5 at the moment

good shout, cheers
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on January 23, 2014, 02:12:32 pm
Tiso were knocking the velcros out for about 70sheets. Think they were limited sizes. Didnt have my size so lost interest after that
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 23, 2014, 04:46:32 pm
85 quid at v12 but currently lacking a 7.5 Tom.

http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5223/five-ten-anasazi-velcro-rock-climbing-shoes (http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5223/five-ten-anasazi-velcro-rock-climbing-shoes)

Just checked our stock and it says there should be 3, so give them a shout :)

Thanks Richie - is the shop at Logport Wall a V12 one? (I forget..) as thats an easy place to try for me..
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 23, 2014, 04:47:26 pm
decathlon in Sheff have also got those short insulated wellies reduced to £5 at the moment

good shout, cheers

Recommended. They're brilliant. You can also wear just the inners if the ground is muddy and you're mainly on the pads etc..
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Gritlad on January 23, 2014, 04:54:56 pm
decathlon in Sheff have also got those short insulated wellies reduced to £5 at the moment

Had a look this afternoon and only sizes for yeti's and 2 legged arctic hares.
None in size 8 to 10.5 that i could find. Loads in 11's if your a lanky tw*t too
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on January 23, 2014, 05:11:46 pm
Thanks Richie - is the shop at Logport Wall a V12 one? (I forget..) as thats an easy place to try for me..

It is Tom. I'm not sure where the stock is, as I no longer have a shop to run in Liverpool and am just doing web work from home at the moment in between a lot of pull-ups and pressups whilst waiting for a gammy knee to be scanned/operated on :(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 23, 2014, 05:53:22 pm
Thanks Richie - is the shop at Logport Wall a V12 one? (I forget..) as thats an easy place to try for me..

It is Tom. I'm not sure where the stock is, as I no longer have a shop to run in Liverpool and am just doing web work from home at the moment in between a lot of pull-ups and pressups whilst waiting for a gammy knee to be scanned/operated on :(

:( hope the knee recovers soon - and thanks for the info.,.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: webbo on January 25, 2014, 06:21:45 pm
Go outdoors do price match minus 10% I got a pair of Muria vs for £85.58 I match them against Decathlon at £89.99. However as I was buying them in sunny Scuny, they added shipping in the price. If you were buying in Sheffield they wouldn't be able to add postage.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Obi-Wan is lost... on February 13, 2014, 02:45:37 pm
Guide Tennies in the Cotswold sale
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/5-10-mens-guide-tennie-shoe-33110245?id_colour=122 (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/5-10-mens-guide-tennie-shoe-33110245?id_colour=122)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sjw on February 20, 2014, 04:38:07 pm
Scarpa Instinct slippers £65 in the Cotswold sale.  (https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/scarpa-mens-instinct-s-xsg2-ec110141?id_colour=157)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on February 23, 2014, 07:43:42 pm
Anasazi Whites in size 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5,7, 9 and 10.5 for £80 at the Works (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/shoe-sale/510-anasazi-lace-ups/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: griffer on March 02, 2014, 07:54:11 am
Climb newcastle blancos for 50!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: finbarrr on March 03, 2014, 08:55:01 am
https://www.climbnewcastle.com/shop/sale-special-offers.php (https://www.climbnewcastle.com/shop/sale-special-offers.php)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on March 03, 2014, 10:47:57 am
Climb newcastle blancos for 50!

https://www.climbnewcastle.com/shop/sale-special-offers.php (https://www.climbnewcastle.com/shop/sale-special-offers.php)

Not any more though there is a size 7 and 12 Verde for £50 left
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fried on March 21, 2014, 02:55:37 pm
http://www.auvieuxcampeur.fr/terre/camping-et-randonnee/chaussons-d/chausson-d-escalade?p=2 (http://www.auvieuxcampeur.fr/terre/camping-et-randonnee/chaussons-d/chausson-d-escalade?p=2)

Anyone coming through Paris?

Good deals on Verdes and Blancos.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: miso soup on March 21, 2014, 06:45:03 pm
http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/la-sportiva-solution-p-47.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/la-sportiva-solution-p-47.html)

Banana Fingers doing Solutions for £90.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mark20 on March 25, 2014, 05:10:50 pm
Whites for £70
www.rockrun.com/five-ten-anasazi-lace-up-v2-blanco/?utm_source=Rock+%2B+Run+Newsletter&utm_campaign=bea43da346-wild_country_harnesses_mar14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_aab826b63c-bea43da346-120431657&ct=t%28wild_country_harnesses_mar14%29&mc_cid=bea43da346&mc_eid=617c61b099 (http://www.rockrun.com/five-ten-anasazi-lace-up-v2-blanco/?utm_source=Rock+%2B+Run+Newsletter&utm_campaign=bea43da346-wild_country_harnesses_mar14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_aab826b63c-bea43da346-120431657&ct=t%28wild_country_harnesses_mar14%29&mc_cid=bea43da346&mc_eid=617c61b099)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on March 31, 2014, 10:01:20 am
Cheap-ish Arrowheads, Dragons and a few more:


http://outside.co.uk/shop/climbing/climbing-footwear/mens-climbing-footwear?page=1&ipp=24 (http://outside.co.uk/shop/climbing/climbing-footwear/mens-climbing-footwear?page=1&ipp=24)



Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on April 04, 2014, 10:29:16 pm
New Teams in a couple of sizes at 70 sheets for people who like to climb in socks:-

http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/climbing/510-team-vxi/ (http://www.climbingworks.com/shop/footwear/climbing/510-team-vxi/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: horn on April 26, 2014, 11:02:51 am
20% off all La Sportiva rock shoes at Outside this weekend, plus loads of demo pairs you can borrow and take to the crag.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: miso soup on May 02, 2014, 09:31:34 pm
Banana Fingers doing 15% off all shoes until Tuesday with discount code: boots15

"Probably worth mentioning that discount codes sometimes have a problem when used in conjunction with Paypal payments"

http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbingshoes-c-22.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbingshoes-c-22.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fatneck on September 02, 2014, 02:32:11 pm
Banana Fingers are currently doing the Evolv Addict slipper for 40 notes. Anyone got a pair? How do they compare to the 5.10 Mocs for fit?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Ti_pin_man on October 20, 2014, 04:24:40 pm
Anybody know anywhere doing the old style solutions cheaper than 115?  May discount codes aren't working and Banana Fingers don't have 41's in stock. 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: benpritch on November 10, 2014, 12:43:03 pm
for someone with miniature feet -

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Five-Ten-Team-5-10-Blue-Climbing-Shoes-Size-5-New-with-Box-/281491647301?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Five-Ten-Team-5-10-Blue-Climbing-Shoes-Size-5-New-with-Box-/281491647301?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on November 10, 2014, 12:44:13 pm
unfortunately those are a little on the large side for me  :lol:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on November 14, 2014, 11:46:11 am
Moccs for £40 (http://www.rockrun.com/deals/climbing-shoes/five-ten-moccasym) Sadly they don't have my size but a good deal if you have big or little feet.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Obi-Wan is lost... on November 14, 2014, 02:14:57 pm
Ooo, what are the fit on these like? I need a comfy pair to climb indoors. I wear Anasazi velcros at 9.5UK which are a good size for me but I want a bit more space for indoors/comfort. Do they size up about the same as Velcros?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on November 14, 2014, 02:19:41 pm
You need smaller than velcros as they're unlined leather and the elastic gradually relaxes as well- they stretch loads. If they're too big they'll certainly be comfortable but will be pretty useless for climbing in as they're very soft.

I'm a 10 in normal shoes, 9 in Anasazis and 8.5 in Moccs.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 14, 2014, 02:34:57 pm
I find I'm about the same to 1/2 size down in moccs from velcro's - but I wear my velcros very tight...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Obi-Wan is lost... on November 14, 2014, 02:52:22 pm
If they're too big they'll certainly be comfortable but will be pretty useless for climbing in as they're very soft.
You haven't seen my original velcro dragons  ;D so comfy they are like old man slippers, only retired due to a massive hole in the toe.  :'(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on November 15, 2014, 02:27:08 pm
I've been functioning* with size 47 in both old model Anus Velcros and old model Pinks, but could really go a bit smaller now that my swollen joints are settling a bit

Hopefully the 10.5 UK size (45 euro?) Moccs I just ordered will be about right

thanks for the heads-up Cheque


*not far off actual climbing
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on November 15, 2014, 02:44:16 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-10-Team-Vxi-Climbing-Shoes-/221605310231?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&var=&hash=item3398b4af17 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-10-Team-Vxi-Climbing-Shoes-/221605310231?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Athletic_Shoes_ET&var=&hash=item3398b4af17)

soft teams in a few odd sizes going cheap.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on November 26, 2014, 02:03:10 pm
https://www.facebook.com/CragXClimbingShop/photos/a.353995027982780.78717.340917049290578/735504453165167/?type=1&theater (https://www.facebook.com/CragXClimbingShop/photos/a.353995027982780.78717.340917049290578/735504453165167/?type=1&theater)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: haydn jones on November 26, 2014, 02:39:32 pm
Theres is a size 6 green anasazis at rope race for £35 also size 3 old skool pinks for the same
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 27, 2014, 06:12:02 am
Tauntonleisure.co.uk have 20% off all rock shoes at the minute
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on November 29, 2014, 03:53:08 pm
Cheap dragons for people with tiny feet: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=151491708882
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on November 30, 2014, 04:29:31 pm
Was having a good look for some new shoes yesterday and didn't have any success however you can all benefit from my hours of trawling with these beauties below:

5.10 Mocs for £50 (most sizes available but limited stock): http://www.needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rockshoes/Top-End-Rockshoes/Moccasym#.VHs93TGsV8F (http://www.needlesports.com/Catalogue/Footwear/Rockshoes/Top-End-Rockshoes/Moccasym#.VHs93TGsV8F)

La Sportiva Solutions for £95 (think it may be the old style): http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5234/la-sportiva-solution-rock-climbing-shoes/273533a7eaeac073e8bcd61873bdc453 (http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5234/la-sportiva-solution-rock-climbing-shoes/273533a7eaeac073e8bcd61873bdc453)

Scarpa Instinct Lace-up £75 http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5308/scarpa-instinct-lace-up-rock-climbing-shoe/273533a7eaeac073e8bcd61873bdc453 (http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5308/scarpa-instinct-lace-up-rock-climbing-shoe/273533a7eaeac073e8bcd61873bdc453)

Scarpa Stix V2 £85 http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5759/scarpa-stix-v2/273533a7eaeac073e8bcd61873bdc453 (http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/5759/scarpa-stix-v2/273533a7eaeac073e8bcd61873bdc453)

Enjoy!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on December 01, 2014, 10:45:19 am
Rock and Run still have size 10 Mocs for £40
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 02, 2014, 12:02:42 am
5.10 HiAngles for 71.21 in a few sizes and Tenaya Oasi at 67.46 in a few sizes at bouldersuk.co.uk in Cardiff. Frre postage and free boot bananas!

http://bouldersuk.com/climbing-shop/climbing-shoes?%2Fclimbing-shop%2Fclimbing-shoes=&limit=all (http://bouldersuk.com/climbing-shop/climbing-shoes?%2Fclimbing-shop%2Fclimbing-shoes=&limit=all)

tauntonleisure.com also have 20% off all rock shoes plus an extra 5quid off in you put the code "5off" in at checkout stage!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on December 02, 2014, 08:14:35 pm
That's so weird Dave, I found the hiangles on boulders too but when I went to add the link on here they'd gone back up to full price, so I thought they were on a 'black Friday' deal or something. Shame they haven't got more sizes, been told to go a size down from dragons.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 02, 2014, 10:55:04 pm
Yeah, I had the same issue. Went to the page a few times and the original price came up but then went on again later and got the Oasi at the reduced price ;D

I tried the HiAngle, Ross. Not too sure about them. The fit felt relaay good but it felt like there was a lot of rubber under the toe point. I know that sounds wierd but it is the best way I can describe it. I think they did feel very good though. Great fit and a good shape. Not too aggresive and the heel fit really well! Defo worth a look. The right fit for me was a full size down from Dragons.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on December 03, 2014, 06:23:37 pm
How stiff are they? Suitable for grit or not? Thanks.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 04, 2014, 11:01:09 am
I think they would be fine on grit. They felt stiffer than dragons but I would say they were softer than the likes of miura vs or vapour vs.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on December 04, 2014, 12:15:13 pm
I think every pair of stiff shoes I've ever owned have always felt horrible out of the box, like there's too much rubber under the toes (especially found this with muira vs) but that usually goes away as they wear in.

I'd hoping to try the hiangles on when I go back down south at Bristol. Torn between them and booster S which is good but has the shit vibram rubber on them (and they are v expensive).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Lopez on December 09, 2014, 11:16:15 pm
Spotted this on Supertopo http://shopfiveten.com/C-43/Closeouts.aspx (http://shopfiveten.com/C-43/Closeouts.aspx)

Probably get raped in postage, but if a few 510 fanboys get together and place a big order it may come out ok... Anasazis at $59 (37 quid'ish) don't come around too often.

ETA: Actually, if somebody wants to put an order together i'll pitch in for a pair of trainers or 2
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: IanP on December 10, 2014, 07:06:17 am
Looks like some great deals on there, unfortunately checkout only seems to offer US, Canada and Mexico as shipping options.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on December 10, 2014, 12:54:13 pm
Thanks for the reply weakdave.

Lopez: I doubt that paying postage and being raped bear much comparison
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on January 07, 2015, 12:31:56 pm
This eBay seller (http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/renau300/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=) has a selection of new Five Tens at around £50. I've had a pair of Guide Tennies off him and my mate got some pinks so I can confirm he's kosher.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on January 07, 2015, 01:02:39 pm
This eBay seller (http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/renau300/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=) has a selection of new Five Tens at around £50. I've had a pair of Guide Tennies off him and my mate got some pinks so I can confirm he's kosher.

Nice one. I was about ready for some new velcros.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on January 14, 2015, 06:41:54 pm
V12outdoor.com  are doing evolv nexxos for 85 quid, if anyone likes them!

http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/6540/evolv-nexxo-rock-climbing-shoes (http://www.v12outdoor.com/product.php/6540/evolv-nexxo-rock-climbing-shoes)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on January 14, 2015, 07:42:47 pm
This eBay seller (http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/renau300/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=) has a selection of new Five Tens at around £50. I've had a pair of Guide Tennies off him and my mate got some pinks so I can confirm he's kosher.

Nice one. I was about ready for some new velcros.


Looking like you could sort that chipped rear light cluster on the Range Rover Sport while you're at it word.

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ghisino on January 14, 2015, 09:26:50 pm
http://www.escalade.pro/ (http://www.escalade.pro/)

this shop is currently doing 50% off anything they have in stock, using the reduction code SOLDES2015
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on January 14, 2015, 10:08:11 pm
Seem to have dragons in sensible sizes, otherwise it's limited.

Good post though ghisino, just a shame the discount code isn't STOCK ÉPUISÉ, you'd be laughing then  :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on January 22, 2015, 08:44:36 pm
http://www.urbanrock.com/solution#.VMFcJrVMOoE.facebook solution £65
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sxrxg on January 29, 2015, 11:38:32 pm
On facebook Epic TV have a discount code for 50% off the boreal kintaro (male and female versions). The code is CD429 which you apply at checkout taking the price down to £55 including free postage.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on February 21, 2015, 11:42:12 am
http://www.coldmountainkit.com/shop/discounted (http://www.coldmountainkit.com/shop/discounted)

Includes Sportiva katana, speedster, old style solutions; Scarpa vapour velcro, boostics.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jfdm on February 21, 2015, 05:15:59 pm
Thanks Duncan,
Been on the look out for some shoes in a sale.

Popped down to ColdMountain Kit.
Managed to snag some Speedsters for £57.50 - not bad?
Seems like a great shop in the middle of London.
Not too far from Arch.

One of the staff said that they recently broken into and a lot of stock was stollen.
You couldn't make it up. As the sales staff/manager seemed really nice!
Service much better than other London Climbing shops!

Many thanks once again Duncan! :2thumbsup:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on February 21, 2015, 09:16:17 pm
Best be on the lookout for overweight Germans then.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on February 25, 2015, 01:25:25 pm
Tiso.com have dragons for £70... seem to have most full sizes but no half sizes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on February 27, 2015, 09:14:19 am
Some bargains currently on at the Depot shop, 15% off all shoes in-store this weekend, plus the website has various other bargains too:

https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/top-deals (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/top-deals)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on March 04, 2015, 07:05:05 am
Evolv addict slippers at BF for 32quid...

.http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-addict-p-2723.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-addict-p-2723.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on March 04, 2015, 10:51:34 am
Evolv addict slippers at BF for 32quid...

.http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-addict-p-2723.html (http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-addict-p-2723.html)


Anyone know what the sizing on these is like compared to Moccs?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Willy on March 04, 2015, 01:14:05 pm
I have the Evolvs in a 9.5 and the moccs in a 10. The evolvs are narrower and feel a bit more than half a size smaller imo. Whether that's down to the shoe's design or just random variety I've no idea.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Will Hunt on March 06, 2015, 12:44:52 pm
Katanas for 85 sheets and free delivery. Quite possibly cheap for other models too.

http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/ (http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sjw on March 06, 2015, 12:54:30 pm
Katanas for 85 sheets and free delivery. Quite possibly cheap for other models too.

http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/ (http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/)

I bought some shoes off them recently and they arrived in 4 days, very impressed. Although be warned that if you pay with paypal, it uses their own exchange rate +charges so you might pay more than it says on the tin.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on March 06, 2015, 02:08:22 pm
Roughly how much are these charges?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Will Hunt on March 06, 2015, 02:17:01 pm
I paid with PayPal without thinking really. I paid 1 Fuck All over the advertised price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on March 06, 2015, 02:31:28 pm
Sweet. Cheers for that
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on March 08, 2015, 09:23:07 am
Katanas for 85 sheets and free delivery. Quite possibly cheap for other models too.

http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/ (http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/)

Read: very cheap on everything! Anyone know what the sizing is like on La Sportiva Pythons? I'm 38.5 in solutions or a uk6 in anasazi velcros
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on March 08, 2015, 10:05:35 am
No experience with Solutions, but I'm 42 in Miuras/Testarossas and 41.5 in Pythons. (Normal shoe size 45)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: hstmoore on March 08, 2015, 12:35:45 pm
Miura lace in all sizes £67+5 delivery.

Some other bargains on their main shoe page too

http://www.trekkinn.com/outdoor-mountain/la-sportiva-miura-lime/86290/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=469549&country=uk&gclid=CPy7gNbgmMQCFUbKtAodUC4A_w&gclsrc=aw.ds (http://www.trekkinn.com/outdoor-mountain/la-sportiva-miura-lime/86290/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=469549&country=uk&gclid=CPy7gNbgmMQCFUbKtAodUC4A_w&gclsrc=aw.ds)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on March 08, 2015, 01:33:42 pm
lots of shoe bargains about at the moment!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on March 08, 2015, 04:58:04 pm
Tell us more, Ross
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on March 08, 2015, 08:13:09 pm
I was referring to the links above Dave! Shame I don't need any shoes at the moment, could have saved some money.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on March 08, 2015, 08:21:05 pm
Fuck me - I fancy a pair of them Oxygyms if only for the kerrrrazzeee colour combo. As we all know it's looking good that matters:


http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/la-sportiva-oxygym-climbing-shoes/ (http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/la-sportiva-oxygym-climbing-shoes/)

EDIT:


I'm betting these bad boys set off a lemon Lacoste v-neck nicely too:


http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/mad-rock-lotus-climbing-shoes/ (http://www.bergfreunde.co.uk/mad-rock-lotus-climbing-shoes/)




Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on March 08, 2015, 09:07:57 pm
I fancy a pair of them Oxygyms if only for the kerrrrazzeee colour combo.

They're what M jnr (11 yo) is rocking this season, and that's why.

Similar line of reasoning for his snowboard, which was picked out on the basis of Graphics Most Likely To Make Mum Shriek.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on March 09, 2015, 07:21:14 am
Shame I don't need any shoes at the moment, could have saved some money.

You still could save some money by buying one (or more) of these cheap pairs now and keeping them in reserve for when you do need a pair, since the prices will only ever go up and such offers may not be around when you do need a pair.    ::)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on April 02, 2015, 12:44:29 pm
Noticed that Decathlon were offing Anasazi VCS for £65 whilst I was in there looking for Instinct Laces!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on April 02, 2015, 01:06:59 pm
Was that in Sheffield ?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on April 02, 2015, 01:15:21 pm
Yeh
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dolly on April 02, 2015, 01:55:34 pm
Cheers. Only small sizes  - about 6 and 6.5 left
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: DaveyDave on April 02, 2015, 02:38:46 pm
Noticed that Decathlon were offing Anasazi VCS for £65 whilst I was in there looking for Instinct Laces!

did they have any instincts?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on April 02, 2015, 02:55:48 pm
I was told a while ago by Gaz Parry that Rock On in London had bought up a load of Instinct Laces. Don't bother looking on their website mind, nor try emailing them because "we don't have the internet in any of our shops because we'd rather serve customers and talk about climbing". Tried to phone them and never got through so gave up. Anyway, might be worth a try if you're desperate. I've now converted to the VS though I prefer the lace up as it's not quite as stiff...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on April 02, 2015, 03:14:47 pm
No, they had a single pair of laces. Looked small though, small enough that I didn't even bother picking them up.

You can the laces easily enough from Europe but they're a bit expensive. I might just give my hiangles a bit more of a chance before deciding. I don't mind the stiffness of my hiangles, they're just a bit rounded at the front. Might not make a difference on limestone to be honest which is what I'll use them on.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: hstmoore on April 02, 2015, 03:27:58 pm
Noticed that Decathlon were offing Anasazi VCS for £65 whilst I was in there looking for Instinct Laces!

vapour velcro at 65 also
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: blacky on April 27, 2015, 10:18:07 am
Banana Fingers has 10% off all La Sportiva shoes at the moment
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: StillTryingForTheTop on May 21, 2015, 04:08:08 pm
Anyone ordered from Bergzeit.co.uk? Realise, despite the address, that they are not UK based but the prices seem quite cheap.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: benno on May 21, 2015, 04:30:56 pm
Yup, everything was fine. I wouldn't recommend buying something where you're not 100% sure of the sizes, though. Returns to Germany are going to cost you a fair bit more.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: StillTryingForTheTop on May 21, 2015, 04:39:18 pm
Fair enough, looking for a new pair of shoes and whilst I will be staying with the same (solutions), this will only be my second pair so not 100% sure a shoe labelled the same will fit the same.
Good to know they are ok for buying other stuff from though :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on May 21, 2015, 08:52:24 pm
I was told a while ago by Gaz Parry that Rock On in London had bought up a load of Instinct Laces. Don't bother looking on their website mind, nor try emailing them because "we don't have the internet in any of our shops because we'd rather serve customers and talk about climbing".

My local shop has pretty much this attitude except that they don't even have a website.

What they do have is - for example - Miuras for a normal price of about 100 Euros and quite often on sale for 80. (Despite which I only have three pairs on the shoe shelf at the moment. I deserve a medal for self restraint)

It seems to be working as business strategy - they've been going for several years and show no obvious signs of going bust yet. I will be sad if they ever do.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 25, 2015, 01:43:48 pm
Epictv have great prices on pretty much everything and free postage
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: 36chambers on June 25, 2015, 03:43:55 pm
Epictv have great prices on pretty much everything and free postage

The shoes are ridiculously cheap, cheers  :2thumbsup:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mctrials23 on June 25, 2015, 06:01:46 pm
I've got a pair of sportiva genius' on the way at the moment for 80 squid. At least £20 cheaper than anywhere else.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on June 25, 2015, 06:13:29 pm
I've got a pair of sportiva genius' on the way at the moment for 80 squid. At least £20 cheaper than anywhere else.

What size did  you go for?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mctrials23 on June 25, 2015, 09:30:42 pm
I've got a pair of sportiva genius' on the way at the moment for 80 squid. At least £20 cheaper than anywhere else.

What size did  you go for?

41.5 which is a 7.5 in UK sizes I think. If they don't fit I will probably flog them on here for the amount I paid as sending them back to france will be pricey.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on June 26, 2015, 01:01:01 pm
Epictv have great prices on pretty much everything and free postage

Nice one Dave. I've wanted to give the Testarossas a second chance for years but could never find them cheap enough. £63 posted off of there.

https://shop.epictv.com/en/products/climbing-shoes (https://shop.epictv.com/en/products/climbing-shoes)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on June 29, 2015, 08:11:47 pm
Has anyone received an order from epictv yet? I ordered mine on friday and it's still showing as pending. Annoyingly (but good for others) my shoes have gone down £3.35 in price since then. Might cancel and re-order seeing as they don't seem to have organised sending them yet anyway!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ziggytang on June 29, 2015, 09:06:00 pm
For anyone local to North Wales, Indy climbing wall has a big sale on a few select shoes. See the recent post on their Facebook.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on June 29, 2015, 11:32:22 pm
Miura's at £59.99 in Decathlon in Sheffield in a range of sizes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on June 30, 2015, 07:29:57 am
Miura's at £59.99 in Decathlon in Sheffield in a range of sizes.

You sure? I thought that when I browsed that aisle last week but it turned out to be a different model and the Miura's were £89.99, as per:

 http://www.decathlon.co.uk/miura-vs-climbing-shoes-id_8091314.html
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: a dense loner on June 30, 2015, 08:10:04 am
Decathlon sheffield price things wrong fairly often, I say often, I've been in twice this year and both times what I was buying had 2 prices.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on June 30, 2015, 08:58:59 am
Miura's at £59.99 in Decathlon in Sheffield in a range of sizes.

You sure? I thought that when I browsed that aisle last week but it turned out to be a different model and the Miura's were £89.99, as per:

 http://www.decathlon.co.uk/miura-vs-climbing-shoes-id_8091314.html

Maybe I am confused - I wasn't looking for shoes but they did look like Miuras. It did seem like a good price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on June 30, 2015, 09:37:04 am
Maybe I am confused - I wasn't looking for shoes but they did look like Miuras. It did seem like a good price.

There there - it is a bit warm today. Maybe its time for a sit down and a cool drink ;)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on July 02, 2015, 02:22:44 pm
Note to self, don't order shoes from France when there are strikes at the crossing...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 02, 2015, 04:12:20 pm
Note to self, don't order shoes from France when there are strikes at the crossing...

Or pay for air-mail.  Better still be patient, what difference would a few days to a week make?  You can't be that desperate for them otherwise you'd have supported your local climbing shop rather than purchasing from abroad. 


I expect there'll be a few pairs of these in bargain bins in a year or so's time...

(https://m2.behance.net/rendition/pm/25997781/1400/966e42f414c98c5554b2db456ce413d8.jpg) (https://www.behance.net/gallery/25997781/Nike-Free-Climb-Concept)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: benno on July 02, 2015, 04:22:19 pm
I take "ideation" (WTF) doesn't involve trying climbing then? The whole single piece sole thing is a disaster, as anyone who has ever worn Boreal Spiders (aptly named for their ability to scuttle at high speed off even the best footholds) will tell you.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on July 02, 2015, 04:30:35 pm
Note to self, don't order shoes from France when there are strikes at the crossing...

You can't be that desperate for them otherwise you'd have supported your local climbing shop rather than purchasing from abroad. 


Apart from the shoes (testarossas) aren't sold in the UK... :shrug:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 02, 2015, 04:47:36 pm

Apart from the shoes (testarossas) aren't sold in the UK... :shrug:



What you describe is very much a "first world problem" and not something you should really be worrying too much about....

what difference would a few days to a week make?

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on July 02, 2015, 04:55:15 pm
*bites tongue*
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slackline on July 02, 2015, 04:56:37 pm
*bites tongue*

There you go, you're getting the hang of it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: petejh on July 02, 2015, 05:04:43 pm
So selfish Chain  :P

ps - think I saw some sportiva rubber burning on the eurotunnel tracks?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on July 02, 2015, 05:10:53 pm


ps - think I saw some sportiva rubber burning on the eurotunnel tracks?

Well it is cheap in France.. (Apparently) ;)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on July 03, 2015, 10:27:42 am


I expect there'll be a few pairs of these in bargain bins in a year or so's time...

https://www.behance.net/gallery/25997781/Nike-Free-Climb-Concept


Worst. idea. ever. Hope it tanks and they lose a fortune.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cha1n on July 03, 2015, 10:29:16 am
I'm pretty sure it was someone's college project, not an actual Nike design. Could be wrong though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Baldy on July 03, 2015, 03:27:31 pm


I expect there'll be a few pairs of these in bargain bins in a year or so's time...

https://www.behance.net/gallery/25997781/Nike-Free-Climb-Concept


Worst. idea. ever. Hope it tanks and they lose a fortune.

They dont look too bad?  :shrug:
I'm wary of the larger manufacturers trying to break into the industry, but I find it hard to believe it would be an entirely bad thing if they did?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nibile on July 03, 2015, 03:38:05 pm

They dont look too bad?  :shrug:
Not for being used by Mickey Mouse in the latest Disney movie...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Durbs on July 08, 2015, 03:15:11 pm
Epictv have great prices on pretty much everything and free postage

Good spot!
Typhoons for £44 and got some Tenayas on a whim too. Feel pretty good, nice fit - first outing on to plastic (as opposed to carpet) tonight.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on July 21, 2015, 02:12:52 pm
Crag X have a few bargains at the minute but the main one is Dragons for 65 sheets... and they are local (to those of us in the Peak) so it is morally good value too! 😉
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: webbo on July 29, 2015, 07:51:26 pm
Muira VS £79 at Go outdoors.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nutty on July 30, 2015, 09:48:22 am
I picked up a pair of old-style Scarpa Vapour Vs at Decathlon last night for £34.99. Not many pairs/sizes left though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on July 30, 2015, 10:52:11 am
sheffield store?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nutty on July 30, 2015, 11:08:45 am
Reading store.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on July 30, 2015, 11:12:14 am
a bookshop?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nutty on July 30, 2015, 11:47:51 am
Our satnav's pronunciation would seem to imply that...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on July 31, 2015, 01:23:41 pm
Muira VS £79 at Go outdoors.

just found this with a spot of googlin' just under 20 fuck alls, plus 2 fuck alls delivery

http://www.sportsdirect.com/la-sportiva-sport-miura-vs-sn50-182659?colcode=18265993 (http://www.sportsdirect.com/la-sportiva-sport-miura-vs-sn50-182659?colcode=18265993)

there are a few other sportiva things on there too
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Will Hunt on July 31, 2015, 03:08:57 pm
I would love to see somebody out on the hill who had actually purchased those as "Men's Walking Boots"  :lol:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on July 31, 2015, 03:11:32 pm
Presumably limping.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cjsheps on July 31, 2015, 05:10:55 pm
Whoa!

http://www.sportsdirect.com/SearchResults?DescriptionFilter=sportiva#dcp=2&dppp=24&OrderBy=price_asc
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on July 31, 2015, 05:19:58 pm
Whoa!

http://www.sportsdirect.com/SearchResults?DescriptionFilter=sportiva#dcp=2&dppp=24&OrderBy=price_asc

yes, like i said, a few other sportiva things, but get them quick. a few models have disappeared since i first looked at lunchtime.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jimpopeonarope on August 19, 2015, 10:29:51 pm
Super cheap La Sportiva shoes being sold through sports direct at the moment!
http://www.sportsdirect.com/la-sportiva
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andyd on August 19, 2015, 11:02:57 pm
Three pages of sportiva products. Three pages of one theme. Colours and patterns that I've seen in vomit  :sick:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on October 07, 2015, 08:20:25 am

Evolv Shaman, Defy, Nexxo, Bandit and Elektra all sizes half price at Sport Pursuit (http://www.sportpursuit.com/sales/evolv-oct15?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=e-daily_sales.d-20151007.st-UK_EU.m-all.a-15_Wednesday%20%281%29&utm_content=sale3_Evolv%20Footwear).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 07, 2015, 10:50:56 am
http://www.rockrun.com/la-sportiva-miura-special-offer

Good deal for midgets
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on October 07, 2015, 11:03:12 am
There's a few Miura velcros and Katanas velcros for around £65 in Sheffield Decathlon, sizes 39/40 from the ones I looked at.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: danm on October 07, 2015, 07:03:53 pm
Thought you might be selling some used shoes Guy, 8 pairs, used on one route only, in good condition apart from a small hole in the right shoe sole  :P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Schnell on October 07, 2015, 08:41:06 pm
There's a few Miura velcros and Katanas velcros for around £65 in Sheffield Decathlon, sizes 39/40 from the ones I looked at.

Might save someone a trip, these were gone by earlier this evening.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on October 07, 2015, 10:38:29 pm
If anyone ever sees a pair of Boostics in 43.5 / 9.5 going cheap they are my go-to trad shoe and I'm out of money and out of rubber, so need a new pair. Let me know!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on October 07, 2015, 11:38:49 pm
Thought you might be selling some used shoes Guy, 8 pairs, used on one route only, in good condition apart from a small hole in the right shoe sole  :P

Expensive route....Mother f$$$$r



Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Paul B on October 09, 2015, 08:55:41 am
Please tell me you didn't sacrifice 8 pairs of Whites to one route?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on October 09, 2015, 09:06:41 am
They're not dead, just have shallow holes 1/2 inch behind the big toe in every pair, five in total. 

I can climb on grit/trad in them and they're not peak lime-able anyway,. No worries; it could act as an impetus to resole a few. I might melt some rubber into them, is it possible to just melt an old shoe like that or am I going to get some lung disease not seen since the Victorian period?

(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2009/11/19/1258626725684/Portsmouth-Festival-Of-Ch-001.jpg)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 09, 2015, 09:50:19 am
Plug them with some of this?

http://www.theleedswallshop.co.uk/510-five-ten-stealth-rubber-glue-kit-511-p.asp
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: moose on October 09, 2015, 10:19:22 am
They're not dead, just have shallow holes 1/2 inch behind the big toe in every pair, five in total. 
(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2009/11/19/1258626725684/Portsmouth-Festival-Of-Ch-001.jpg)

I have a similar situation with Miura VSs.  I have four pairs that are all in generally decent condition; however, they have all thinned / softened at the toe just enough to make certain routes at Malham tricky (anything involving jabbing the big toe on a tiny spike).  Got fed up of continually having to break in new pairs and started to use the no-edge Futuras this year (only at Kilnsey in earnest though - they will make their Malham debut this weekend).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on October 09, 2015, 10:21:39 am
Plug them with some of this?

http://www.theleedswallshop.co.uk/510-five-ten-stealth-rubber-glue-kit-511-p.asp

Ta
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: erm, sam on October 09, 2015, 11:58:34 am
You guys should get them resoled with Llanberis Resoles. You will basically get a new shoe for like, less money.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: luckyjez on October 09, 2015, 01:30:31 pm
Scarpa Vapour Lace for £60 at Outside this weekend....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on October 09, 2015, 01:38:18 pm
You guys should get them resoled with Llanberis Resoles. You will basically get a new shoe for like, less money.

true. But they wouldn't be new shoes. NEW SHOES. NEW SHOES!!!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tommytwotone on October 09, 2015, 01:58:10 pm
Some cut price shizz at The Depot shop inc. Dragons for 30 fuckalls:


https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/climbing-shoes (https://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/shop/department/footwear/climbing-shoes)



Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 09, 2015, 04:17:13 pm
You guys should get them resoled with Llanberis Resoles. You will basically get a new shoe for like, less money.

true. But they wouldn't be new shoes. NEW SHOES. NEW SHOES!!!

And a new sole doesn't get rid of the fetid stench.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on October 09, 2015, 04:29:13 pm
I prefer to describe it as a distinctive musk...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on October 09, 2015, 04:29:51 pm
You guys should get them resoled with Llanberis Resoles. You will basically get a new shoe for like, less money.

true. But they wouldn't be new shoes. NEW SHOES. NEW SHOES!!!

And a new sole doesn't get rid of the fetid stench.

Quite, i was forbidden from getting my last pair of boostics resoled  :sick:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tk421a on October 11, 2015, 08:28:56 pm
Full selection of Evolv Shamans, Nexxo and Bandits on sportpursuit.com for half price
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 27, 2015, 12:15:11 pm
Full selection of Evolv Shamans, Nexxo and Bandits on sportpursuit.com for half price

Actually a load of shoes on there, if you can find them (in "Hiking" section)! Mostly low performance though

http://www.sportpursuit.com/hiking?type=Footwear&sport=Outdoors&gender=Male%2CUnisex

Need to log in.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 06, 2015, 09:49:36 am
Bananafingers.co.uk are doing evolv shamans for 60 quid
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: bigironhorse on November 06, 2015, 11:27:46 am
Everyone else has probably seen this ages ago but I only just found out that epic tv have a shop and sell climbing shoes a bit cheaper than other places and some pretty cheap. Velcros for 67 quid..

http://shop.epictv.com/en/products/climbing-shoes?sort_by=field_product_commerce_price_amount_decimal_asc_1&view_mode=grid&=Apply
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mark20 on November 13, 2015, 10:07:12 am
https://www.theoutdoorshop.com/footwear/climbing-shoes.html
Scarpa and Sportiva for £50ish if you have big feet
and the bonus of being able to live with yourself having not bought them from EpicTV
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on November 13, 2015, 10:16:48 am
Has their site crashed? I can't get in
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mark20 on November 13, 2015, 10:24:31 am
It was verrry slow when I tried, though doesn't seem to be working at all now
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on November 13, 2015, 11:30:02 am
back up
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 02, 2015, 09:57:35 pm
A few bargains at v12 at the minute,  including dragons at 75 sheets and hiangles for 60
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: macca7 on December 02, 2015, 10:13:58 pm
Shaman for £60 at Banana fingers looks like good size range!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on December 02, 2015, 10:36:49 pm
A few bargains at v12 at the minute,  including dragons at 75 sheets and hiangles for 60

Nice one - just picked up some instinct slippers. Now selling some dragons in 44 / 9.5 if anyone wants them??  £45 delivered.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on December 05, 2015, 12:27:00 pm
Do you know the thing I love about Scarpa shoes - you can buy online, in your size and it fits, every time. Instinct Ss just arrived from V12 and they fit sooo well out the box. 

[caveat - only applies if you have scarpa shaped feet]
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on December 05, 2015, 12:30:13 pm
Do you know the thing I love about Scarpa shoes - you can buy online, in your size and it fits, every time. Instinct Ss just arrived from V12 and they fit sooo well out the box. 

[caveat - only applies if you have scarpa shaped feet]

Me too - my only complaint is that the post office delivery was at 7:30 AM... ;)

Well done V12, Well done Scarpa (said with no hint of irony or sarcasm. You have just read that correctly)

Though - a local climbing shop (when I asked if they had any cheap instinct slippers in) spent 5 min moaning about how shit the Scarpa importers/suppliers in the UK were...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on January 31, 2016, 12:10:15 pm
Eden Rock had Evolv Nexxco (sp?) for a bargain price of £50. Sizes from 7ish to 9.5 UK. I looked like one of Cinderella's portly siblings, desperately trying to squeeze my hoof into the 9.5's. Fail.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on January 31, 2016, 02:37:10 pm
TCA have a few deals on ATM... I've just bought another pair of dragons for £70
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: horn on February 04, 2016, 03:17:05 pm
Some cheap Five.Tens at Outside at the mo, including Dragons and Guide Tennies for £65

http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/brand/Five%20Ten/
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sxrxg on April 15, 2016, 05:46:22 pm
They don't fit my feet so are no good for me however Cotswolds have Scarpa Stix currently half price at £55.

http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/scarpa-mens-stix-shoe-f1112174?id_colour=121
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on May 03, 2016, 09:52:32 am
They've got loads of shoes on sale

http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/rock-bottom-offers/climbing-shoes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Pebblespanker on May 17, 2016, 05:06:41 pm
Leeds Wall shop has got Tenaya Inti's for £81 inc Free P&P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on May 17, 2016, 05:09:05 pm
banana wotsits.com had loads reduced when I looked there yesterday...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Footwork on May 21, 2016, 11:11:02 am
If someones stock is running low, someone selling size 6.5 whites, basically new. £50

http://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=642074 (http://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=642074)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tk421a on May 25, 2016, 12:05:07 pm
Evolv Nexxo for £48 at coldmountainkit, 6,6.5,7 and 10.5 available
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 04, 2016, 05:52:58 am
Loads of various size Dragons on eBay at the minute
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on June 06, 2016, 01:36:06 pm
OK, so not climbing shoes, but as UKB is heavily populated with Sheffielders, and everyone needs something to approach the crag... Accelerate in Attercliffe has a lot of £10 (ex demo, but basically in good nick) to £30 (unused, clearance) trail running shoes that they're getting rid of.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on June 06, 2016, 03:42:27 pm
Any walshes?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on June 06, 2016, 04:16:14 pm
Nope.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on June 06, 2016, 07:13:13 pm
Darn! Ta.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: bigironhorse on June 30, 2016, 09:06:41 am
Does anyone know the cheapest place to buy muira lace? Any deals going?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: James Malloch on June 30, 2016, 09:24:32 am
Not sure exactly, but I got the Miura VS recently from Go Outdoors for about £76 as they beat the decathlon price by 10%. Generally a good way to get Miuras pretty cheap - find a deal and then get go outdoors to beat it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sxrxg on June 30, 2016, 01:51:43 pm
Rock and Run have loads of deals for cheap Red Chili shoes at the moment including the Octan and Stratos for £50.

http://www.rockrun.com/brands/red-chili

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mumra on June 30, 2016, 07:47:51 pm
For good reason  :whistle:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: bigironhorse on July 02, 2016, 10:06:13 pm
Spent a while searching for a good price on Miura lace, this is the best I found:

http://www.rockrun.com/la-sportiva-miura

£85

Not that cheap but might save someone the hassle of looking through a load of sites.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on August 16, 2016, 04:39:44 pm
If anyone's in bristol Dicks are doing a clear out:
https://www.facebook.com/DicksClimbing/posts/1175821165814415:0 (https://www.facebook.com/DicksClimbing/posts/1175821165814415:0)

(hope that works)

Whites size 5 at £50

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: horn on September 08, 2016, 11:14:14 am
Five.Ten Hiangles are down to £70 at Outside at the mo:
http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/sale/climbing

plus some deals on approach shoes (eg. 5.10 Access for £65 and Freerider for £55)
http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/sale/footwear?page=1&ipp=24
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on September 28, 2016, 07:18:44 pm
Decathlon in Stockport had loads of pairs of sportiva shoes all sizes. Don't know what ones - yellow 3 Velcro straps and pointy toe.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on September 29, 2016, 10:38:42 am
Decathlon in Stockport had loads of pairs of sportiva shoes all sizes. Don't know what ones - yellow 3 Velcro straps and pointy toe.

Likely Miuras, noticed Sheffield had them back in stock. £85.
May be able to use them for the price match deal at Go Outdoors and get another 10% off that price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: James Malloch on September 29, 2016, 12:26:56 pm
Decathlon in Stockport had loads of pairs of sportiva shoes all sizes. Don't know what ones - yellow 3 Velcro straps and pointy toe.

Likely Miuras, noticed Sheffield had them back in stock. £85.
May be able to use them for the price match deal at Go Outdoors and get another 10% off that price.

I did this not long ago and it worked fine. Well worth it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on October 07, 2016, 03:43:40 pm
Just received an email with the latest rock n run deals including Womens miura vs for £69. Recall a thread recently (which I now can't find) where someone said they (or possibly a different model) were exactly the same fit just different colour. And possibly different rubber?. Is that correct, can anyone confirm or remember which thread it was.
Panzers.

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Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on October 07, 2016, 07:01:08 pm
Found it now I'm on PC rather than phone, it was Solutions but same last and fit on mens and ladies across the range apparently, just different colours.

So Miuras for £69 if you're between a 35 and 41.5. They also have Speedsters for £69

http://www.rockrun.com/deals/climbing-shoes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on October 07, 2016, 10:45:14 pm
Aren't the sizes different?
Sherman's.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on October 11, 2016, 02:18:56 pm

Exactly the same, fill your boots...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161011/ecc20189ae90b1a7e8c3f999589032e5.jpg)

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Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on October 11, 2016, 02:54:39 pm
If it's one thing all women want it's shit exactly the same as men but in pink with flowers n shit on it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS37SNYjg8w
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on October 11, 2016, 03:09:27 pm
The men's version should have guns, pints and spanners printed all over it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on October 11, 2016, 03:25:06 pm
The men's version should have guns, pints and spanners printed all over it.

Or just the phrase "grab her by the pussy". #bantz
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on October 11, 2016, 03:25:57 pm
Sportivas site says WPD75 last and mens is PD75 (obv could be same, if Nai says so then cool)
Rubber is grip2 on womens and edge on mens this is an advantadge I'd say unless yr 80kg plus

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on October 11, 2016, 04:09:21 pm
Can't find anywhere that identifies the difference between the lasts.  They're the same length and width and the women's version feels stiffer right now but then it is new Vs six months wear.  As always with climbing shoes, time will tell, maybe they'll end up going soft a bit quicker, probably best not to stock up I guess.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on October 11, 2016, 06:53:19 pm
Differences in M/F achilles insertion and height of calf muscle belly IIRC
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: highrepute on October 11, 2016, 11:18:50 pm
Related to this, we bought a pair of the new woman's muira which are now a nice shade of blue. The heel on the new pair was a lot higher and they haven't been worn because too in comfortable. Quite annoying.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on November 05, 2016, 06:42:42 pm
5.10 Hiangles  £70 @ Tiso http://www.tiso.com/tiso-5ten-1123142/510-mens-hiangle-rock-shoes-turquoise-grey-tiso-5ten-1123142
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Paul B on November 05, 2016, 07:50:00 pm
Nothing to see here...

Edit: I was mistaken.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Palomides on November 28, 2016, 02:50:28 pm
Are Sportiva discontinuing the Speedster?

There seem to be limited stock or cheap offers all over. I quite fancy a pair for indoors, to replace a multiply-resoled pair of venoms, but if they're on the way out I might hold off and try something easier to replace.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: standard on November 28, 2016, 03:13:49 pm
Are Sportiva discontinuing the Speedster?

There seem to be limited stock or cheap offers all over. I quite fancy a pair for indoors, to replace a multiply-resoled pair of venoms, but if they're on the way out I might hold off and try something easier to replace.

what size are you after? i have brand new 7.5s i'm trying to offload.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Palomides on November 28, 2016, 07:14:00 pm
I think I need euro 38, as I'm 38,5 in miura vs, but none of my local shops stock them!

If you're really 7,5 uk I do have a almost new pair of anasazi blancos  (4 sport routes - names on request..) that  I could do with selling but I'd have to post from France..
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 29, 2016, 06:27:59 am
Climbing works have some really good deals on scarpas and solutions. Plenty of sizes as well
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dave Mayes on December 27, 2016, 09:10:31 pm
Anyone seen any good post xmas deals? Money's burning a hole in my pocket
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 28, 2016, 09:54:20 am
Gooutdoors had Anasazi vcs for about 70 sheets and Miura lace for around 80.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on December 28, 2016, 11:41:04 am
Just looked again and they have put the Anasazi price back up and Miura is very limited sizes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Oldmanmatt on December 28, 2016, 11:55:30 am
Not exactly on topic, but were you all aware of the Go Outdoors price match guarantee? I wasn't.
Mrs OMM browbeat the manager in Exeter into matching a price 30% lower than their advertised and getting the store card 10% on the adjusted price too. Take your phone and google it!
She paid less than £100 for a pair of Salomon Gortex boots.


All posts either sarcastic, tongue-in-cheek or mildly mocking-in-a-friendly-way unless otherwise stated. I always forget to put those smiley things...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Muenchener on December 28, 2016, 12:13:19 pm
Guy on ukc today climbing to have got a pair of Dynafit TLT 6's for 99 quid at Decathlon. That if true is the shoe deal of all time if you're into that sort of thing*

* ski touring
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: James Malloch on January 08, 2017, 02:44:36 pm
Not climbing shoes, but TK Max in Leeds city centre has loads of Brookes running shoes in every half size up to Size 11 (plus a 12,13 and 14 too).

They're £35 a pair of which is about £85 cheaper than those I bought a few months ago. Well worth popping in if your in need of any.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shurt on January 08, 2017, 04:08:35 pm
Not exactly on topic, but were you all aware of the Go Outdoors price match guarantee? I wasn't.
Mrs OMM browbeat the manager in Exeter into matching a price 30% lower than their advertised and getting the store card 10% on the adjusted price too. Take your phone and google it!
She paid less than £100 for a pair of Salomon Gortex boots.


All posts either sarcastic, tongue-in-cheek or mildly mocking-in-a-friendly-way unless otherwise stated. I always forget to put those smiley things...

yep i got a down jacket using the price match thing. average shop but great service. Got a Mammut harness there for 60% off once...!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dave on January 08, 2017, 06:12:02 pm
I've had GoOutdoors aka CCCs pricematch me a few things in recent years and good amazing deals. Rab down bag, alpine axe, softshell, jetboil etc. Best thing was a Rab Vapour-rise that Outside had on sale for about 50% of RRP, which CCCs then pricematched me minus another 10%.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fatneck on January 31, 2017, 01:17:47 pm
Rock Ruin have Dragoooooons for £77...

http://www.rockrun.com/rock-climbing/software/climbing-shoes/five-ten-dragon
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: James Malloch on January 31, 2017, 01:32:31 pm
Decathlon have La Sportiva Miura VS for £85 which GoOutdoors have just beaten by 10% for me.

Worth checking if both stores have your size in stock as it could save a decent amount compared to their normal price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on February 09, 2017, 06:55:36 pm
Rock and Run having a Sportiva samples sale, some bargains to be had if you strike lucky with size, e.g. cheap Solutions if you're a 39

http://www.rockrun.com/deals/sample-sale/solution-size-eu39-sample

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Lopez on February 09, 2017, 08:29:40 pm
Well damn, they go quick. 3 pairs of shoes got sold off while i was trying to buy them...   :furious:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on May 19, 2017, 12:22:27 pm
https://rockrun.com/collections/deals-five-ten
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on May 19, 2017, 02:00:19 pm
https://rockrun.com/collections/deals-five-ten

Hiangles and Blackwings still available there in sensible sizes...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on May 19, 2017, 02:10:39 pm
Guide Tennies in my size went out of stock while i was adding a few things to my shopping basket to make up free postage :(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on June 10, 2017, 11:36:40 am
Scarpa furia £59.99 at bananafingers.... Most sizes left, I think!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on June 11, 2017, 08:48:50 pm
Epictv all shoes 20% off with code GOODFOOTWEAR. Expires today.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on October 20, 2017, 02:24:53 pm
LD Mountain Centre got some cheap deals on a few different lines (small sizing though I think)

https://www.ldmountaincentre.com/sale/climbing-c4/footwear-c63/climbing-shoes-c153
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rodma on October 21, 2017, 09:02:13 am
LD Mountain Centre got some cheap deals on a few different lines (small sizing though I think)

https://www.ldmountaincentre.com/sale/climbing-c4/footwear-c63/climbing-shoes-c153

Good find. Cheap camp 4 approach  shoes for people with small feet too (just over 13 fuck alls)

Picked up a pair of la sportiva kids shoes for less money then the decathlon own brand ones

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kelvin on October 21, 2017, 01:33:02 pm
Yeah, that's a great approach shoe sale. Picked up a pair of Camp4s for not a lot at all but if you're a 5-6.5 your luck is in.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on October 21, 2017, 07:46:17 pm
Happy to be of service. I must admit the youths Sportivas are a great buy.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: largeruk on October 21, 2017, 07:51:12 pm
Happy to be of service. I must admit the youths Sportivas are a great buy.
You have a link to the Sportivas - can't seem to find them?

Anything worth looking at for my daughter who needs a EU38?

Thanks
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on October 21, 2017, 08:39:34 pm
It would appear that they only have some EB's left in the sale. Probably sold out of others, sorry you missed them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on November 17, 2017, 03:56:56 pm
LD Mointain Centre got some cheap deals again.

https://www.ldmountaincentre.com/sale/climbing-c4/footwear-c63/climbing-shoes-c153
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on November 17, 2017, 03:58:16 pm
Bargain approach shoes too.

https://www.ldmountaincentre.com/sale/climbing-c4/footwear-c63/approach-shoes-c64

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: neilslim on November 17, 2017, 04:38:43 pm
Guide Tennie were £45 quid on rock and run the other day, limited sizes though.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mark s on November 17, 2017, 08:51:28 pm
wadded

new tennis on order
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 24, 2017, 11:20:22 am
GoOutdoors, absolute snow and rock &  epictv all have black Friday deals on
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Denbob99 on December 11, 2017, 11:54:21 am
If you like the new shamans, you can price match Ultimate Outdoors at GoOutdoors and get them for £82.80
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Richie Crouch on January 14, 2018, 12:20:08 pm
Good deals on some Five Ten and scarpa bits:

https://www.v12outdoor.com/five-ten-anasazi-blanco-chalk-white.html

https://www.v12outdoor.com/five-ten-anasazi-pink-pink.html

https://www.v12outdoor.com/five-ten-approach-pro-mens-stone-grey.html

https://www.v12outdoor.com/five-ten-approach-pro-womens.html

https://www.v12outdoor.com/scarpa-vapour-lace-up-xsge-orange.html

https://www.v12outdoor.com/scarpa-instinct-s-orange.html



Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on January 14, 2018, 06:20:14 pm
Have Instinct S' EVER been £105?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: danm on January 15, 2018, 11:01:59 am
Have Instinct S' EVER been £105?
Yes, I know a few people who prefer them to the Styx and to the VS for some reason and paid full whack for them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sdm on January 17, 2018, 08:17:42 am
They are £61 on epictv.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 17, 2018, 08:51:34 am
They are £61 on epictv.

Only if you've feet < size 6...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on January 18, 2018, 09:22:28 pm
I do very much like the toe feel of them. But £105 is desperate!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on January 28, 2018, 02:45:03 pm
May have already been posted, but 5.10 womens hiangles for £55 https://www.theclimbingacademy.com/TCAshop/sale/five-ten-hiangle-womens/

They've got a few sizes (UK 5, 5.5 and 6.5 i think) in gooutdoors sheffield so you can price match and get them for £49.50.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: bigironhorse on February 08, 2018, 01:20:41 pm
Anyone aware of good deals on Scarpa crux at the moment? Need size 42
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on June 18, 2018, 09:52:40 pm
Instinct S (slippers) were £45 on EpicTV.shizzle today (no idea about sizes)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on July 11, 2018, 05:52:23 pm
Worth looking if your size is on Leeds Wall's Ebay account as they are selling off shoes at cheap-as-fook prices i.e. size 12 whites for £30.00

https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/theleedswall?_trksid=p2047675.l2559

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on July 11, 2018, 06:08:51 pm
Worth looking if your size is on Leeds Wall's Ebay account as they are selling off shoes at cheap-as-fook prices i.e. size 12 whites for £30.00

https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/theleedswall?_trksid=p2047675.l2559

Coz they’re closing down....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Ali on July 11, 2018, 07:16:26 pm
The Boardroom is selling off various sportiva and 5.10 shoes at £50 -£55 plus a couple of models at £20 and £30. Includes solutions, miura lace, katana velcro. In limited sizes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on July 11, 2018, 10:22:42 pm
 :sorry:I
The Boardroom is selling off various sportiva and 5.10 shoes at £50 -£55 plus a couple of models at £20 and £30. Includes solutions, miura lace, katana velcro. In limited sizes.

Got a link?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Ali on July 11, 2018, 10:35:15 pm
No, sorry. I got an email with the deals on.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Ali on July 11, 2018, 10:47:45 pm
Could forward you the email, if you send me your email address in a pm.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on July 12, 2018, 10:10:22 am
Could forward you the email, if you send me your email address in a pm.

Done, cheers.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on July 12, 2018, 02:38:34 pm
Thanks.

Any Boardroom regulars able to do me a favour?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: horn on July 12, 2018, 08:45:15 pm
Whites are down to £59 at Outside.
http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/Anasazi+Blanco

Also 5.10 Access approach shoes for £49
http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/Access+Leather
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on July 19, 2018, 11:28:37 am
Needlesports are now doing the blancos for £60, as well. Looks like a full size range, if outside have sold out of your size
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on July 19, 2018, 11:47:57 am
Needlesports are now doing the blancos for £60, as well. Looks like a full size range, if outside have sold out of your size

Do people go a half size larger than pinks?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on July 19, 2018, 12:03:30 pm
Shark told me they’re half a size smaller than the old whites if that helps. That would be a full size smaller than pinks in my case.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on July 19, 2018, 12:40:01 pm
Shark told me they’re half a size smaller than the old whites if that helps. That would be a full size smaller than pinks in my case.

Say what?! Whites smaller than pinks? That seems like madness.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on July 19, 2018, 12:45:15 pm
The whites are smaller than pinks so you need to buy whites in a larger size than you would normally wear in pinks.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on July 19, 2018, 01:05:38 pm
The whites are smaller than pinks so you need to buy whites in a larger size than you would normally wear in pinks.

Ah, totally makes sense. I'm a bit frazzled today and thought you meant the opposite, hence the incredulity!

Thank you.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mark20 on July 24, 2018, 04:10:26 pm
I take 7.5 in old whites, 7.5 in pinks (they're not as tight as the whites but the 7s are too tight) and 8 in new whites
Seem to be selling out now but Rock and Run still have some for sale
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on July 25, 2018, 11:23:51 pm
Whites £55 at Rock & Run in all sizes  :o

https://rockrun.com/products/five-ten-anasazi-blanco

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on July 26, 2018, 08:24:49 am
I went one size larger. Right foot feels good but might have been able to go tighter, left I have no idea as my foot is the size of as balloon due to an insect bit.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on July 27, 2018, 01:06:24 pm
5.10 rogues for £35 at Rock n run, if that's any good to people.

https://rockrun.com/products/five-ten-rogue-vcs
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: neilslim on July 27, 2018, 08:17:40 pm
5.10 rogues for £35 at Rock n run, if that's any good to people.

https://rockrun.com/products/five-ten-rogue-vcs

And you can use this to get them for even less with gooutdoors price match.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on August 13, 2018, 06:47:03 am
Has anyone tried verdon VCS? Very stiff? How does fit compare to anasazi/ quantum/ dragon? Found a pair second hand but can't try em out anywhere I can get to easily.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on August 13, 2018, 01:54:41 pm
Has anyone tried verdon VCS? Very stiff? How does fit compare to anasazi/ quantum/ dragon? Found a pair second hand but can't try em out anywhere I can get to easily.

Wasn’t aware of these but just had a look at the blurb which says they were designed for edging in mind which is fucking bizarre as the Verdon lace ups were designed with a toe profile that made them good in pockets hence the name - Verdon - which also makes then not good at all at edging - especially outside edging in my experience.

This begs the question whether the VCR’s are still a pocket specialist shoe or not and if not why not give them a different name*

Another example of Adicrap?

*Vivian tm
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on August 14, 2018, 01:41:52 pm
Hmm, thanks Simon... I bought a pair anyway, curious to find out if they're any good
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Paul B on August 14, 2018, 05:27:51 pm
Quote
Wasn’t aware of these but just had a look at the blurb which says they were designed for edging in mind which is fucking bizarre as the Verdon lace ups were designed with a toe profile that made them good in pockets hence the name - Verdon - which also makes then not good at all at edging - especially outside edging in my experience.

Did you try any (lace-ups)? I found the toe-profile (mainly the knuckle) to be less good in pockets than the Whites. The cynic in me thinks that a lot of 'athletes' were visiting the Verdon that year and it made a good name for a new shoe.

My Verdons are now very rounded but still very stiff.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on August 14, 2018, 07:24:50 pm
Yes I bought a pair of Verdon lace ups for high tor as I found the Whites were noticeably poor when following Supersonic. The Verdons seemed to work much better on other pocketed routes there
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SamT on August 15, 2018, 08:24:42 am

Just a quick heads up for Llanberis Resoles.. Just had a couple of pairs of old red/white lace instincts and they've come back looking like new. 

Torquil really does do an incredible job on them.

Had one pair done in XS Grip, my older comfy ones which I'll use on the grit, and the others done in XS edge for the lime.  Will see how they go but if they're as good as his last ones, should see me for another couple of years.  :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: petejh on August 15, 2018, 11:25:58 am
Yeah Torquil does a great job - I've had a pair of blancos resoled twice by him, think they've been around ten years now as good all-round tradding shoes!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on August 15, 2018, 12:44:36 pm
Yeah Torquil does a great job - I've had a pair of blancos resoled twice by him, think they've been around ten years now as good all-round tradding shoes!

Is he back doing Stealth resoles?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SamT on August 15, 2018, 01:05:37 pm
Not according to the website..

http://www.llanberisresoles.com/pages/faq.html#rubber
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on August 15, 2018, 01:39:23 pm
Not according to the website..

http://www.llanberisresoles.com/pages/faq.html#rubber

Bugger, apart from my OCDesque nature it wanting a like for like replacement, do I resole pinks is Edge or Grip?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: danm on August 15, 2018, 02:00:03 pm
I'm a similar build to you, I use Edge for limestone and general trad/mountain routes and Grip2 for grit and sandstone. So depends on what you mainly use your pinks for? Edge is my default though, and I use Scarpa VS for almost everything as they fit me so well.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on August 15, 2018, 02:07:26 pm
If you want Stealth Cheshire Shoe Repairs have it and do a good job in my experience.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on August 15, 2018, 10:00:04 pm
Feet First still have stealth in stock but when it’s gone it’s gone unless five ten / adicrap change their mind
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: petejh on August 15, 2018, 10:25:31 pm
Yeah Torquil does a great job - I've had a pair of blancos resoled twice by him, think they've been around ten years now as good all-round tradding shoes!

Is he back doing Stealth resoles?

Nope. Had them done in edge and they perform well.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on September 26, 2018, 02:34:31 pm
Scarpa vapour lace are £88 in v12, so if you wanted to you could get them for £80 from GoOutdoors.

GoOutdoors also have 5.10 blancos at £70, in most sizes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on October 16, 2018, 02:15:53 pm
I'm in desperate need of some new shoes before going to Font in a couple weeks. I've been keeping an eye out for any deals for months now but either haven't seen anything in the correct size or miss out on a couple of goodies posted here by a few hours.

I think La Sportiva Solutions are the one (have tried some on but not climbed in them) in either EU40 / 40.5. I tend to have slightly more narrow feet than some and am looking for a fairly aggressive shoe.

If anyone knew of any deals for anything like this I'd love to know about them. Or even some of the similar shoes in La Sportiva's range.

Failing that although it pains me to pay full price I'll pony up for some from my local wall.

Cheers all!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nutty on October 16, 2018, 02:52:36 pm
If it's the new Solutions, you'll struggle to find them 'cheap' as the new model has only recently come out. You might find stock of the old model going cheap, but might struggle to find them in your size.

The best I've seen the new Solutions for is £107.99 from urban rock (https://www.urbanrock.com/la-sportiva-solution-2018/ (https://www.urbanrock.com/la-sportiva-solution-2018/)) .They have the 40 in stock.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on October 16, 2018, 03:02:30 pm
Sorry - yeah i meant the older model. Keep missing any significant reductions or them being out of stock for my size. If there was a great price on anything like the Futura, Skwarma, even maybe Otaki I'd probably give it a punt as I do a mixture of routes and bouldering and haven't really decided exactly which style shoe suits me best and you know... Horses for courses.

Thanks for the link at UrbanRock - I had seen that but for around £107 I think I can get for a very similar price at a local independent shop or my local wall so would give them the trade. Only posted in case after all my Googling I had missed any crazy offers out there.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dontfollowme on October 16, 2018, 03:36:53 pm
The Miura VS are £90 at Decathlon.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nutty on October 16, 2018, 04:15:11 pm
Thanks for the link at UrbanRock - I had seen that but for around £107 I think I can get for a very similar price at a local independent shop or my local wall so would give them the trade.

Yeah, we've recently lost the shop at our local wall - definitely worth supporting them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on October 16, 2018, 04:16:12 pm
Moccasyms available at a few places for £60ish eg
https://www.ldmountaincentre.com/climbing-c4/footwear-c63/climbing-shoes-c153/five-ten-5-10-anasazi-moccasym-13-14-p25882
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Doylo on October 16, 2018, 04:45:41 pm
Size 14/15 there. Who has feet that big!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on October 16, 2018, 09:34:23 pm
Cheers for suggestions all - I splashed out. My wall gives a discount for subscription members. Took the price down to being inline with anything online. Now I've got a warm up pair and 'sending' pair I can keep an eye out for a bargain for my next pair :D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on October 17, 2018, 06:46:46 am
Size 14/15 there. Who has feet that big!
Wow - they had a load of sizes 24 hrs ago. I bought 6.5
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on October 20, 2018, 05:36:26 pm
 Anasazi Velcros £50 (https://rockrun.com/products/five-ten-anasazi-vcs-xx?)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on October 20, 2018, 06:45:01 pm
Please say 5.10 aren't stopping making them as well???
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on October 20, 2018, 09:49:24 pm
They’re the leftover Onyx-soled ones.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on October 30, 2018, 07:37:46 pm
Moccasyms in normal sizes at £67

https://www.addnature.co.uk/five-ten-anasazi-moccasym-climbing-shoe-red-372713.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwguDeBRDCARIsAGxuU8aiTt5EVVdcueXnJAIRVS1TuNgI3x17G_1UR_6MWKFw4ZtPEZ5aMuUaAgnxEALw_wcB&_cid=21_1_-1_9_1420_372713_213672998875_pla&ef_id=W9iyJAAAAFVlZp17:20181030193656:s
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Doylo on October 30, 2018, 08:55:44 pm
Anyone have any beta on the sizings. Compared to Teams, Hi angles , dragons ?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on October 30, 2018, 09:37:21 pm
I bought size 6.5 /eu40. They are very tight, only wearable with plastic bags. Think they are right and will stretch to be spot on though. Expect to end up with a very soft grit shoe.

I take 41 in all Instincts and same in old pink Anasazis and new Velcro ones (which I don’t generally wear as they are rubbish imo). Dunno about other 5:10 sizings.

Hope that helps.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Doylo on October 30, 2018, 10:22:25 pm
Cheers
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 06, 2018, 08:43:44 pm
Scarpa Vapour V in most sizes for £79 at outside

https://www.outside.co.uk/climbing-gear/climbing-footwear/rock-climbing-shoes/scarpa-vapour-v-climbing-shoe.html

The cafe is well with a visit while you buy your shoes as well!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on November 07, 2018, 11:35:40 am
Scarpa Vapour V in most sizes for £79 at outside

https://www.outside.co.uk/climbing-gear/climbing-footwear/rock-climbing-shoes/scarpa-vapour-v-climbing-shoe.html

The cafe is well with a visit while you buy your shoes as well!

Nice find!

Any idea on the fit of these? My feet are on the narrow/low profile end of things but would only wear these as a warm up / indoor pair. I recently bought some La Sportiva Solutions in EU 39.5... I know these tend to come up small but they are right on the limit of what my feet can fit in, plastic bag trick and one-two attempts before taking off for a rest. Plan to keep these as a 'try hard' pair and don't want to trash them indoors etc.

A few years ago I had a pair of Scarpa Force X in EU 41 - remember these being fairly snug but could wear for extended periods without issue so might go for 41. Ideally Peak forecast will be decent for this weekend and I could pop in and try them on but that doesn't look very likely :/
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: danm on November 07, 2018, 04:55:05 pm
I take a 43.5 street shoe, in Scarpa Vapours and Instincts I'm a 41.5 for a performance fit. I've got a wide-ish foot, long second toe and a high instep, if that helps.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wood FT on November 07, 2018, 06:17:21 pm
https://www.coldmountainkit.com/ has some relatively cheap shoes on sale at the moment
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on November 13, 2018, 06:31:58 pm
https://www.coldmountainkit.com/ has some relatively cheap shoes on sale at the moment

Unfortunately because they were struggling.  (https://www.coldmountainkit.com/)  Doors close 27th November.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 19, 2018, 08:01:01 pm
Bananafingers.co.uk have Scarpa vapour v at £67.50
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on November 19, 2018, 08:28:07 pm
What's the chimera like? Annoyingly I'm 43 in Instinct VS and they're all gone.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: k2ted on November 23, 2018, 10:06:26 am
Go outdoors.com   Five Ten Anasazi Blanco Climbing Shoe £56
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 23, 2018, 01:42:23 pm
All go outdoors stuff is 20% off normal.

In all their shoes. Sadly I was too late and they were out of 41.5 instinct SR’s.... grr.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on November 23, 2018, 02:11:46 pm
Anyone use these Scarpa Maestros? What are they like?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 23, 2018, 03:30:49 pm
All go outdoors stuff is 20% off normal.

In all their shoes. Sadly I was too late and they were out of 41.5 instinct SR’s.... grr.

They also have the organic simple pads at £155. Which is as cheap as I’ve seen them anywhere in ages...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on November 23, 2018, 04:25:50 pm
Anyone use these Scarpa Maestros? What are they like?

It’s basically a hatchback version of the Scarpa Montego.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on November 23, 2018, 04:28:37 pm
....which are like what exactly? They look quite Dragon-y and the description makes them seem so.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: teestub on November 23, 2018, 05:48:53 pm
It’s basically a hatchback version of the Scarpa Montego.

 :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on November 24, 2018, 09:54:36 am
Oh shit, that one completely passed me by. Bravo.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on November 24, 2018, 12:39:59 pm
Anyone use these Scarpa Maestros? What are they like?

It’s basically a hatchback version of the Scarpa Montego.

good excuse to watch this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4mk5az34hA
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on November 24, 2018, 01:34:31 pm
 :lol:

Most interior space of any car in it's class = flimsiest shell construction of any car in it's class?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 24, 2018, 08:01:08 pm
Some real bargains at GoOutdoors. Just got a pair of instinct Sr for £79. Also got loads of sizes of blancos left at about £52, amongst other things
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 25, 2018, 10:59:57 am
Sure I’ve asked you this before Dave but do you size SR’s the same as vsr, vs or slippers?

They’re out of my usual 41.5 size and was still tempted...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sdm on November 25, 2018, 11:59:45 am
I size the SR exactly the same as the VS.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 25, 2018, 12:27:42 pm
I size the SR exactly the same as the VS.
Dang - thats what I figured :D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: weakdave on November 26, 2018, 09:33:53 am
Same here
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on November 26, 2018, 12:01:06 pm
All go outdoors stuff is 20% off normal.

In all their shoes. Sadly I was too late and they were out of 41.5 instinct SR’s.... grr.

They also have the organic simple pads at £155. Which is as cheap as I’ve seen them anywhere in ages...

I'm assuming they are pukka, not a cheaper version made for Go?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on November 26, 2018, 01:31:25 pm
All go outdoors stuff is 20% off normal.

In all their shoes. Sadly I was too late and they were out of 41.5 instinct SR’s.... grr.

They also have the organic simple pads at £155. Which is as cheap as I’ve seen them anywhere in ages...

I'm assuming they are pukka, not a cheaper version made for Go?

Nope. I got a organic basic pad off them earlier this year...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: TobyD on November 29, 2018, 11:31:06 pm
A real bargain to be had here:

https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/scarpa/furia-80

A mere £165 for a pair of rock shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: lagerstarfish on November 29, 2018, 11:35:15 pm
A mere £165 for a pair of rock shoes.

too high stakes for me - I'm out
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jwi on November 30, 2018, 09:15:16 am
“As part of the 80th anniversary line the Furia 80 comes with some free things, these include a branded cotton shoe bag [...]”

oh... that's ok then.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: HaeMeS on November 30, 2018, 09:45:11 am
LA Sportiva Katana in 40 and 40,5. € 69,95. Looks like they got plenty. Just bought 5 pair. Shipping to EU country: € 10,-.

https://www.sport-conrad.com/produkte/la-sportiva/katana-vs.html?listtype=search&searchparam=Katana (https://www.sport-conrad.com/produkte/la-sportiva/katana-vs.html?listtype=search&searchparam=Katana)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Bradders on November 30, 2018, 10:20:42 am
“As part of the 80th anniversary line the Furia 80 comes with some free things, these include a branded cotton shoe bag [...]”

oh... that's ok then.

I love that. Free things! that you have to pay an extortionate amount for...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Nutty on November 30, 2018, 11:04:28 am
A real bargain to be had here:

https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/scarpa/furia-80

A mere £165 for a pair of rock shoes.

I'm wondering how long it'll be before I spot someone wearing these down the wall: https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/scarpa/maestro-alpine

£192!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jwi on November 30, 2018, 11:12:46 am
LA Sportiva Katana in 40 and 40,5. € 69,95. Looks like they got plenty. Just bought 5 pair. Shipping to EU country: € 10,-.

https://www.sport-conrad.com/produkte/la-sportiva/katana-vs.html?listtype=search&searchparam=Katana (https://www.sport-conrad.com/produkte/la-sportiva/katana-vs.html?listtype=search&searchparam=Katana)
Thanks H!

40.5 and 41 on the site now. And fifteen euros to ship to France. They seem to have problem processing my transaction though...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: HaeMeS on November 30, 2018, 12:17:31 pm
Meant 40,5 and 41...  :sorry:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on January 25, 2019, 08:07:07 pm
Anasazi Blancos in small sizes £53 at GO Outdoors.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on February 15, 2019, 05:12:43 pm
Tiso's have lots of Scarpa's on sale,  mainly smaller sizes plus the 5.10 Quantum lace in most sizes. Many approaching half price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on March 21, 2019, 12:09:16 pm
As good a place as any to ask, what is the longevity of the Velcro closure on Solutions like? I tried a pair on and it felt a bit flimsy, so looking for reports of issues.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on March 21, 2019, 12:17:54 pm
I've never worn them but they're the only climbing shoes that I've picked up bits of from the base of crags when litterpicking.  ;)

There's a thread here. (https://ukbouldering.com/board/index.php/topic,27895.msg547441.html#msg547441)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Simon W on March 21, 2019, 12:39:31 pm
Not very long in my experience of owning just one pair. Wrapping a short piece of climbing tape lengthways around the section of lace that goes through the eyelet has sorted them out though.

If I get another pair I'll do this straight out of the box to avoid the inevitable wear before it happens.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ghisino on March 21, 2019, 01:15:27 pm
a more elegant solution is to paint the webbing with this stuff https://www.canyonstore.eu/belgium/product/aquaglutene-varnish/

it's thick polyurethane paint used for canyoning wetsuits (thats why i own it ) also very good for protecting any textile from abrasion.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on March 21, 2019, 02:11:50 pm
I've never worn them but they're the only climbing shoes that I've picked up bits of from the base of crags when litterpicking.  ;)

There's a thread here. (https://ukbouldering.com/board/index.php/topic,27895.msg547441.html#msg547441)

Thanks, i knew there was something in the back of my brain about this. Unless anyone can testify these are thebestshoesintheworldeversweartogod I might pass.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Coops_13 on March 21, 2019, 02:21:35 pm
I've also got a mate who has fixed 4 pairs of mine that have snapped with a more durable (snazzy red) webbing!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on March 21, 2019, 02:30:43 pm
On the other hand I have owned 10 pairs of futuras (same closure system) and never snapped the webbing, though one pair was looking worryingly worn before it was replaced. Looks like the new (2019) solutions have more substantial webbing anyway?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on March 21, 2019, 03:30:58 pm
I tried a pair and they seem to have more volume than the older ones (which are on sale) and the upper seemed quite baggy by comparison. Could have just been me.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Coops_13 on March 21, 2019, 04:06:52 pm
I tried a pair and they seem to have more volume than the older ones (which are on sale) and the upper seemed quite baggy by comparison. Could have just been me.
They are all handmade so I wouldn't be surprised if another pair felt completely different! I generally go to a place with a few solutions in each size to find the best fit.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on March 21, 2019, 04:09:19 pm
Sadly in Aberdeen that's not an option.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crimpinainteasy on March 23, 2019, 12:18:59 pm
Original Scarpa furia size 6.5 selling for £75 on ebay.
Sadly they're too small for me to consider buying but not a bad deal? ;)
https://ebay.us/fF8e4P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on March 25, 2019, 12:22:51 pm
I tried a pair and they seem to have more volume than the older ones (which are on sale) and the upper seemed quite baggy by comparison. Could have just been me.
They are all handmade so I wouldn't be surprised if another pair felt completely different! I generally go to a place with a few solutions in each size to find the best fit.

Actually they cocked it all up. I tried on another pair, the older model, and felt a bit baggy, plus had the less secure looking closure. The only one they had on display was the newer model, with the better closure and a great fit. Took it to till and they tried to charge me full price. Seems they had put the wrong model on display, were a bit sniffy about it, but couldn't argue as it had the "Sale" tag still hanging off it. So got a pair of the newer model shoes for £93.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jstrongman on April 05, 2019, 10:44:40 am
No more 5:10 Anasazi vcs!!

Does anyone know where I can get some uk9.5 of the velco vcs, I don't seem to be able to find a pair anywhere?

Have they been discontinued or is it temporary shortage?

So now on top of Brexit anxiety, I am faced with having to think about which replacement shoe to buy. These have been my go to shoe for so long, the sizing is just right and they will work on pretty much everything I want to climb.  I basically have always had two pairs, the newest pair for bouldering and harder sport/trad, and an older pair for trad and multipitch sport, which worked great.

I am even struggling to find a pair of the of the newer pro's!

Any suggestions of potential outlets or replacement shoes, would be much appreciated.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on April 05, 2019, 10:58:06 am
Maybe the unparallel uprise vcs?

https://www.unparallelsports.com/product-category/climbing/
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jstrongman on April 05, 2019, 11:12:45 am
Maybe the unparallel uprise vcs?

https://www.unparallelsports.com/product-category/climbing/

Thanks they might be worth a look, has anyone got any experience of their sizing and durability vs the 5:10's?

Have the 5:10 vcs been discontinued? 

Unfortunately looks like they currently do not ship outside US or Canada :(
 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: nai on April 05, 2019, 11:22:25 am
Available from Dark Ventures:
https://darkventures.co.uk/shop?olsPage=products
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jstrongman on April 05, 2019, 11:32:16 am
Cool thanks, as these are a break away from 5:10 I presume the sizing the same?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mr chaz on April 05, 2019, 12:02:30 pm
Think monkeyboy was wearing a pair of the Sirius in his last vid, any word on sizing?? The toe has just gone through on my last pair of dragons  :'(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on April 05, 2019, 04:27:53 pm
Go outdoors have a 15% off everything voucher code at the moment (it’s on the front of their website) which makes for some good if not stunning deals...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Doylo on April 05, 2019, 04:41:07 pm
Think monkeyboy was wearing a pair of the Sirius in his last vid, any word on sizing?? The toe has just gone through on my last pair of dragons  :'(

I asked him today and he said the same as 5.10.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: monkey boy on April 05, 2019, 05:53:35 pm
Sizing comparison between Unparallel and Five Ten for me -

Sirius UK 9, Dragon UK9.
Regulus UK 9, Team UK 9.
UP Rise UK 8, Anasazi UK 8.
UP Mocc UK 8, Mocc UK 8.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Ru on April 06, 2019, 07:48:34 am
Seems they had put the wrong model on display, were a bit sniffy about it, but couldn't argue as it had the "Sale" tag still hanging off it. So got a pair of the newer model shoes for £93.

[pedantic nerd] They could as it was an invitation to treat, not an offer, Fisher v Bell [1961] [/pedantic nerd]
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on April 06, 2019, 01:34:40 pm
Have the 5:10 vcs been discontinued? 

I’m told that there’s a delay in imports of all 5.10 climbing shoes to Europe. None ‘til June apparently. That something like that can happen is surely a sign of how little Adidas care about our side of their business though. I’m certainly going to investigate the UP shoes when I need new ones. The shoes they make called “Lace” sound intriguingly like a Whites equivalent.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on April 06, 2019, 07:30:50 pm
https://insituclimbing.co.uk/five-ten-dragon-85-p.asp Dragons
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: benpritch on April 08, 2019, 10:11:01 am
30% off everything at Go Outdoors in Sheffield. Instinct VS for 87, instinct SR 77 etc one pair of white 5.10 in 6.5 very cheap but can't remember how much.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on April 09, 2019, 09:49:38 am
Seems they had put the wrong model on display, were a bit sniffy about it, but couldn't argue as it had the "Sale" tag still hanging off it. So got a pair of the newer model shoes for £93.

[pedantic nerd] They could as it was an invitation to treat, not an offer, Fisher v Bell [1961] [/pedantic nerd]

Ah well, lucky they aren't "law talking guys".
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on June 11, 2019, 03:02:26 pm
https://rockrun.com/collections/deal/products/five-ten-rogue-vcs-small-sizes

Size 1.5 available. Good price for decent shoes for kidz.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ianabbot on July 30, 2019, 06:51:35 pm
Instinct VS going for £50 + £3.99 P&P from Ultimate Outdoors (Blacks?), 42/42.5/44.5

https://www.ultimateoutdoors.com/mens/057794-scarpa-instinct-vs-climbing-shoe.html

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on July 30, 2019, 07:15:56 pm
Good spot!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on August 01, 2019, 02:57:04 pm
Instinct VS going for £50 + £3.99 P&P from Ultimate Outdoors (Blacks?), 42/42.5/44.5

https://www.ultimateoutdoors.com/mens/057794-scarpa-instinct-vs-climbing-shoe.html

Ha - my order went through then they’ve just refunded me as no stock.. :D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ianabbot on August 01, 2019, 03:43:58 pm
Sorry about that tomtom, my son just had his order cancelled too - he's gutted... Bloody annoying as they debited his card, confirmed the order and updated him to say it was processing before deciding two days later they actually didn't have any.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on August 01, 2019, 04:24:26 pm
No Worries Ian - sorry your sons gutted...

 I saw a pair on Amazon for 81 (in Uk8) earlier today...

Long way from £50 though!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: UnkArl on August 01, 2019, 06:36:19 pm
Ha - my order went through then they’ve just refunded me as no stock.. :D
They just did the same thing to me, the buggers!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kac on August 05, 2019, 04:24:37 pm
Exactly the same thing for me to. Seems suspiciously incompetent for such a big company. Would be interested to know if anyone actually got a pair for £50.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ashtond6 on August 07, 2019, 03:50:57 pm
Ha - my order went through then they’ve just refunded me as no stock.. :D
They just did the same thing to me, the buggers!

me 4
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Durbs on November 29, 2019, 09:22:28 am
https://www.adidas.co.uk/black_friday-climbing-shoes?cm_mmc=AdieSEM_Google-_-adidas-Brand_Expanded-B-Exact-_-Black%20Friday-_-adidas%20black%20friday&cm_mmca1=UK&cm_mmca2=e&ds_kid=43700049565649182&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoIPvBRDgARIsAHsCw08ZvXvPZqlepZVp35QekqIOW7EBh8j8mLQmMQ-dBnfdchG8uGdnFQUaAh-7EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Black Friday 5.10 shoes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on November 29, 2019, 11:37:47 am
“Want to feel old? This is what reduced Moccasym prices look like now.”
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on November 29, 2019, 09:45:20 pm
 :agree:
I bought some Moccasyms recently, split over toes on second outing, had to bin them.

Told John in Outside who said, yes, heard of that happening to quite a few now.

Wouldn't touch them with a barge pole.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: standard on November 30, 2019, 12:07:54 am
You binned them rather than returning them?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: powderpuff on December 24, 2019, 09:08:23 pm
Clearly not a Yorkshire man!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy W on January 12, 2020, 11:10:07 am
So are the adidas dragons any good? they seem to be going cheap. I really wish I'd bought some old ones before they discontinued. Unparallell are the next choice obv.

Just wondered if anyone had tried them?

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on January 12, 2020, 11:53:09 am
I can't speak personally about the Adidas Dragons, but a friend who loved the Five Ten version (owned numerous pairs) got a pair and disliked the heel to the point of reselling them second hand and getting an Unparalleled alternative.

This could be a personal preference issue but I do see a lot of love for the Unparalleled offerings. Really need to try some on myself but I think my closest option is Outside in Hathersage? For me the Peak is a ~2hr trip so time there is always prioritised for actual climbing and not shoe shopping.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Doylo on January 12, 2020, 12:33:47 pm
The Addidas heel must be bad then because the original Dragon heels are useless .
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 12, 2020, 01:27:49 pm
The Addidas heel must be bad then because the original Dragon heels are useless .

! Best heel I've had... horses (or heels) for courses I guess...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: winhill on January 12, 2020, 09:34:33 pm
I can't speak personally about the Adidas Dragons, but a friend who loved the Five Ten version (owned numerous pairs) got a pair and disliked the heel to the point of reselling them second hand and getting an Unparalleled alternative.

This could be a personal preference issue but I do see a lot of love for the Unparalleled offerings. Really need to try some on myself but I think my closest option is Outside in Hathersage? For me the Peak is a ~2hr trip so time there is always prioritised for actual climbing and not shoe shopping.
The Climbing Unit at Derby has some of the Unparalleled range, might be closer, depending where you're coming from.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Johnny Brown on January 13, 2020, 10:20:57 am
Unparallel heels seem to be a return to the bad old days of the 5.10 heel space, at least on my pair.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on January 13, 2020, 03:21:42 pm
So are the adidas dragons any good? they seem to be going cheap. I really wish I'd bought some old ones before they discontinued. Unparallell are the next choice obv.

Just wondered if anyone had tried them?

I've just got a pair, took a punt on the rock and run offer.

Main point for ordering off web; they're a lot smaller. I had ten thousand pairs of old dragons in which i was a size 8.

I sent the new ones back for a size 9 and they are still very tight. Currently wearing round the house a bit to decide.

Overall the fit feels similar, including the heel though they do seem a bit stiffer at the front, perhaps because of the rubber on the top of the foot. (I have not climbed in them yet).

Will report back.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on March 25, 2020, 04:45:07 pm
Miuras in tiny sizes for less than 7 fuckalls. (https://rockrun.com/products/la-sportiva-miura-small-sizes?goal=0_aab826b63c-2415cc3d9c-128263821&mc_cid=2415cc3d9c&mc_eid=64696ca8ed&variant=31509996077150)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on April 22, 2020, 02:58:12 pm
So are the adidas dragons any good? they seem to be going cheap. I really wish I'd bought some old ones before they discontinued. Unparallell are the next choice obv.

Just wondered if anyone had tried them?

I've just got a pair, took a punt on the rock and run offer.

Main point for ordering off web; they're a lot smaller. I had ten thousand pairs of old dragons in which i was a size 8.

I sent the new ones back for a size 9 and they are still very tight. Currently wearing round the house a bit to decide.

Overall the fit feels similar, including the heel though they do seem a bit stiffer at the front, perhaps because of the rubber on the top of the foot. (I have not climbed in them yet).

Will report back.

Turns out the seeming stiffness was actually maybe just them being tight and they've actually softened up at an alarming rate, certainly compared to my experience of ye old Dragons anyway. Almost like the rubber on the top foot is thinner so that they sort of collapse around the topside mid foot allowing toes to flex upward more than expected for a downturn aggressive shoe.

I have only used them indoors so they might end up being fine just something different.

What I am going to do though is buy some nouveau Dragons going by the name of Sirius.

Any info on sizing for unparallel? is it the same as ye old five ten?

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on April 22, 2020, 03:09:45 pm
Any info on sizing for unparallel? is it the same as ye old five ten?

The Anasazi types are a size bigger in my experience- I was 8.5 in Five Tens, I’m an 8 in Unparallels.

That probably won’t help you if they’ve followed Five Ten’s crackers Dragon size labelling though- my Dragons are a 10!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on April 22, 2020, 03:32:17 pm
Hmm, you being up a size and a half in old velcro v dragon just tells me you don't wear them as tight as me. My old sizing which has been consistent throughout the years

Whites, Green, Pink, Velcro =
Uk7 Raven Tor, business
7.5 Grit, Font, casual
8 All day trad

Dragon = 8
V10 = 8

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on April 22, 2020, 04:57:54 pm
Yeah, my Dragons could well be a total anomaly.

I’ve had loads of pairs of Anasazis in Velcro and lace up though and was always an 8.5 so you can extrapolate from that fairly reliably.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on April 22, 2020, 07:08:22 pm
I've had a few responses privately from lurkers and its seems the Sirius come up 'slightly' tighter than dragons.

Mine were pretty tight already so i might go for 8.5 in Sirius.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gardinrm on April 25, 2020, 02:51:27 pm
It looks like virtually all the shoes on bananfingers.co.uk have had a huge reduction. I wonder if the recent crisis is hitting htem hard?
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/category/climbing-shoes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on April 25, 2020, 04:07:05 pm
Are they? Not the sportivas and scarpas from what I can see?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on April 25, 2020, 04:09:06 pm
Are they? Not the sportivas and scarpas from what I can see?

Yeah - they're cheapish - but not as cheap as I've seen them (I'm a regular Scarpa market watcher :D)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Dac on April 25, 2020, 04:13:08 pm
Most of the shoes are still in the £95 - £105 range, they say the RRP for them is about £130, but the prices listed are fairly typical.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on April 25, 2020, 04:39:57 pm
Boosters for £107.90 is saving nearly £40 off RRP, which is a decent saving.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gardinrm on April 25, 2020, 05:10:26 pm
I've never seen La Sportiva Solutions for £90. They are always over £100 brand new (normally £120ish)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Adam Lincoln on April 25, 2020, 05:26:53 pm
Where have you seen solutions for £90?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kac on April 25, 2020, 07:14:06 pm
Rock and run have had a couple of 20% discount codes recently. I think with these solutions woukd have worked out about £90. I saw the codes through my Facebook feed.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gardinrm on April 25, 2020, 08:04:19 pm
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/la-sportiva/solution

£90.73 for solutions
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: teestub on April 25, 2020, 08:37:15 pm
That’s so weird, when I click through on that it’s showing £108, have you got a discount code in or something?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Bradders on April 25, 2020, 09:10:35 pm
Yeah same  :-\
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Adam Lincoln on April 25, 2020, 09:35:18 pm
108 for me!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on April 25, 2020, 09:48:17 pm
Looks like it could be different prices or discounts for different geographical areas. If I check the page from my home network it comes out as £108 (a 25% discount on £145 rrp) but if I check from the work VPN it comes out as $108 or a 35% discount. 108 USD ~= 88 GBP.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gardinrm on April 25, 2020, 10:49:42 pm
I don't know how that happened. Sorry guys. I went to pay and they suddenly included the VAT of 20%. So it ended up being £108. Confusing.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on July 08, 2020, 01:46:02 pm
Dragons and Anasazi LV Pros for £64.98 - limited sizes

https://www.adidas.co.uk/five_ten-shoes
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on July 09, 2020, 01:21:32 pm
Decent discounts across five ten range including last seasons hiangles at £78

https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/sale-campaign/five-ten-deals
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on October 01, 2020, 12:07:23 pm
I'm after some comfy trad shoes. Anyone got any beta on cheap shoes that might fit the bill?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 01, 2020, 12:35:22 pm
I'll email andy and tell him his account has been hacked.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on October 01, 2020, 04:07:17 pm
I'll email andy and tell him his account has been hacked.
It might just be real  :o
Andy. Placing gear. Jesus wept.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on October 01, 2020, 04:19:28 pm
I'd place gear only I have to borrow it off other people for now!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 19, 2020, 12:29:20 pm
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/la-sportiva/solution-comp

Anyone had a go with these yet? Tempted.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slab_happy on October 19, 2020, 06:06:25 pm
For anyone with small enough feet -- Maverinks at £49.99:

https://www.urbanrock.com/la-sportiva-maverink/
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: M1V0 on October 19, 2020, 06:38:51 pm
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/la-sportiva/solution-comp

Anyone had a go with these yet? Tempted.

Friend has these and rated them very highly, although he broke the strap on them (typical Solution) in about four weeks, but I think he was pulling them too tight as I've never had an issue with the dyneema style closure La Sportiva use.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 19, 2020, 07:20:22 pm
I've had the new design solutions for a while, and never had an issue with the straps, although i've been a bit cautious due to issues I've heard of from others. Might give them a go, thanks.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: scragrock on October 19, 2020, 08:05:15 pm
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/la-sportiva/solution-comp

Anyone had a go with these yet? Tempted.

3 sessions in with the new solution comps and they are the best yet.
Been using the solutions for years and always had an issue with the straps( it’s just something you have to live with) even though they have clearly been trying to sort it out in the latest shoes.

Greatest shoe on the market and has been for years, despite it’s obvious downfalls.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 19, 2020, 09:47:04 pm
Cheers scrag, away to get some to try.

PS If anyone spots cheap really small shoes please post on here. Son has now outgrown the kids decathlon ones, and is now wearing his mum's old ones, which are a  tad big. Size 1-2ish.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slab_happy on October 20, 2020, 07:17:29 am
The link I posted above has Maverinks in 33, 34 and 34.5, which Google tells me works out as 1 to 2 in UK adult sizes: https://www.urbanrock.com/la-sportiva-maverink/

And they were originally designed and marketed as being for kids/adolescents -- you just had a bunch of small-footed adults like me discovering that they're gold.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slab_happy on October 20, 2020, 08:06:00 am
Also Bananafingers has a bunch of kids' climbing shoes at not-bad prices, e.g.:

https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/boreal/ninja-junior-last-seasons (£29.99!)
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/la-sportiva/stickit-0
https://www.bananafingers.co.uk/climbing-shoes/ocun/rival

Varying degrees of technicality, so you've got options!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on October 20, 2020, 09:17:16 am
Thanks, I can just about stomach the £30 but will look out for more under the £40 mark.

He's in an old pair of 5.10 Rogues right now that I got for about £30, but little sister has now got those, as she's outgrown the kid's decathlon ones we had.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slab_happy on October 20, 2020, 09:58:55 am
Bergzeit's got a decent handful between £33 and £38 in the right sizes.

(Got bored while caffeinating and had a look.)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: erm, sam on October 24, 2020, 01:50:24 pm
The Adidas shop next door to Stockport Awesome walls has some Hiangles and Dragons for £29.99, not a lot of sizes but worth a look if you are popping by....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on November 22, 2020, 04:06:07 pm
Gooutdoors has reduced the prices on rock shoes a bit - Chimera 94, Instinct slipper 80 and others. They are currently open to walk in as climbing equipment has now been classed as an 'essential service'. *

*Although it may be because they have cycling stores inside their shops.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sxrxg on January 01, 2021, 02:12:43 pm
Updated Five Ten Dragons for £65 direct from adidas. All sizes available from UK 3-12.5 so not just odd sizes.

https://www.adidas.co.uk/five-ten-dragon-climbing-shoes/BC0827.html?forceSelSize=BC0827_620
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on January 03, 2021, 05:58:40 pm
25% off the full Unparallel range

https://darkventures.co.uk/unparallel-2-c.asp
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on January 03, 2021, 06:45:32 pm
Anyone know about the Regulus sizing? I’m a 10.5 in the new white Hiangle, 10s in the purple 2016 version (but maybe 10.5 in the synthetic version that preceded the whites). I’m a 9.5 in Scarpas.

Or something from the UP range that’s softer than an Instinct VSR?

Thanks
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ctodd on January 03, 2021, 06:57:15 pm
Anyone able to compare the UP lace sizing to whites - size 9 in whites = size 8 in UP lace?

Thanks
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on January 03, 2021, 09:01:17 pm
In the absence of responses try the Rock and Run sizing guide: https://rockrun.com/blogs/the-flash-rock-run-blog/rock-shoe-sizing-guide
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cofe on January 03, 2021, 09:56:30 pm
In the velcros, I went down from UK7 in pre-Adidas Five Ten (when it was still a full size difference US to UK, rather than half size as now) to 6.5 UP.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on January 03, 2021, 10:11:43 pm
Anyone able to compare the UP lace sizing to whites - size 9 in whites = size 8 in UP lace?

I was 8.5 in pre-Adidas Five Tens, I’m an 8 in UPs.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on January 03, 2021, 10:21:26 pm
In the velcros, I went down from UK7 in pre-Adidas Five Ten (when it was still a full size difference US to UK, rather than half size as now) to 6.5 UP.

Nice. One. Cofe. Used to be an 8 in pre Adidas VCs and they had no 8’s left - so happier pulling the trigger on some 7.5’s 👍

Btw - for Sirius Lace sizing (I got a pair for Xmas) - I went for my street size (9) and they are fine - but possibly a tiny bit too large. I mean they feel great, but I’d have gone for half a size smaller if I got them again - and not have to think about lacing them up so tight.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: ctodd on January 04, 2021, 07:33:40 am
Great, thanks all
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on February 03, 2021, 11:09:26 pm
Scarpa have shoes going cheap on the website.
Original Furia £80
Original Instinct S £75

Fairly wide range of sizes
https://www.scarpa.co.uk/clearance/
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Will Hunt on February 19, 2021, 11:54:37 am
If anyone takes a 39.5 in Miura VSs then today is your lucky day.

https://www.blacks.co.uk/15897273/la-sportiva-miura-vs-climbing-shoe-15897273
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kelvin on February 19, 2021, 12:47:38 pm
Scarpa have shoes going cheap on the website.
Original Furia £80
Original Instinct S £75

Fairly wide range of sizes
https://www.scarpa.co.uk/clearance/

One pair of Instinct slippers heading my way - thank you so very much.

Mine are on their last legs after a handful of resoles. I'd given up.on finding another pair.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on February 19, 2021, 12:52:04 pm
Btw - I spied on Facebook that Torquil (Llanberis resolves) is not too busy at the moment so has knocked a fiver off his usual resole price. Now £40
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 19, 2021, 01:24:05 pm
Also noted he says he's doing 5.10s again, which he had said previousy he wouldn't do
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on February 19, 2021, 02:33:12 pm
Scarpa have shoes going cheap on the website.
Original Furia £80
Original Instinct S £75

Fairly wide range of sizes
https://www.scarpa.co.uk/clearance/

One pair of Instinct slippers heading my way - thank you so very much.

Mine are on their last legs after a handful of resoles. I'd given up.on finding another pair.
You're welcome. I'd recommend the Furia if you want something softer with a heel that works. Same sizing as the instinct range.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sdm on February 19, 2021, 03:12:18 pm
Scarpa have shoes going cheap on the website.
Original Furia £80
Original Instinct S £75

Fairly wide range of sizes
https://www.scarpa.co.uk/clearance/

One pair of Instinct slippers heading my way - thank you so very much.

Mine are on their last legs after a handful of resoles. I'd given up.on finding another pair.
You're welcome. I'd recommend the Furia if you want something softer with a heel that works. Same sizing as the instinct range.

Worth noting in case anyone has never tried them on that the Furia was much narrower in the toe box than an Instinct VS. The length is the same but the last and the fit are not.

Instinct VS fits me perfectly. I can just about tolerate the pain of wearing the same size Furia long enough to complete a problem because of how much they crush my toes in to each other. If you have narrower feet, sticking to the same size should do you fine.

Also, the heel is OK but is not Instinct VS levels of good. I've never found a heelhook where I preferred the heel on the Furia over the VS. Same for toe hooking
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: RobK on February 19, 2021, 03:22:34 pm
I would agree that the new Furia S is narrower but the old Furia feels the same in the toebox as the Instincts to me. They're also much softer so break in a lot more. Agree about the heel though. Just sent my pair off to Llanberis for a resole. They're my go to plastic hopping shoe...I am assuming at some point I will have need of such a thing again.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on February 19, 2021, 05:38:07 pm
I'd agree with that Rob.
Personally, I preferred the original Furia as they are a little stiffer than the Furia S (well, they feel that way to me) and last longer, for no real loss in sensitivity.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: 36chambers on February 19, 2021, 06:35:33 pm
Worth noting in case anyone has never tried them on that the Furia was much narrower in the toe box than an Instinct VS. The length is the same but the last and the fit are not.

Instinct VS fits me perfectly. I can just about tolerate the pain of wearing the same size Furia long enough to complete a problem because of how much they crush my toes in to each other. If you have narrower feet, sticking to the same size should do you fine.

Also, the heel is OK but is not Instinct VS levels of good. I've never found a heelhook where I preferred the heel on the Furia over the VS. Same for toe hooking

I found a similar thing with Dragos, and Chimeras, compared to Instincts. Instincts fit my feet perfectly and the other two are too narrow and no matter how much I downsize the heels have so much bag. Which sucks as I'd love a good pair of soft shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on February 19, 2021, 07:14:59 pm
Worth noting in case anyone has never tried them on that the Furia was much narrower in the toe box than an Instinct VS. The length is the same but the last and the fit are not.

Instinct VS fits me perfectly. I can just about tolerate the pain of wearing the same size Furia long enough to complete a problem because of how much they crush my toes in to each other. If you have narrower feet, sticking to the same size should do you fine.

Also, the heel is OK but is not Instinct VS levels of good. I've never found a heelhook where I preferred the heel on the Furia over the VS. Same for toe hooking

I found a similar thing with Dragos, and Chimeras, compared to Instincts. Instincts fit my feet perfectly and the other two are too narrow and no matter how much I downsize the heels have so much bag. Which sucks as I'd love a good pair of soft shoes.

Instinct slippers then!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sdm on February 19, 2021, 08:12:19 pm
Worth noting in case anyone has never tried them on that the Furia was much narrower in the toe box than an Instinct VS. The length is the same but the last and the fit are not.

Instinct VS fits me perfectly. I can just about tolerate the pain of wearing the same size Furia long enough to complete a problem because of how much they crush my toes in to each other. If you have narrower feet, sticking to the same size should do you fine.

Also, the heel is OK but is not Instinct VS levels of good. I've never found a heelhook where I preferred the heel on the Furia over the VS. Same for toe hooking

I found a similar thing with Dragos, and Chimeras, compared to Instincts. Instincts fit my feet perfectly and the other two are too narrow and no matter how much I downsize the heels have so much bag. Which sucks as I'd love a good pair of soft shoes.

VS-R?

The Instinct VS, VS-R and laceup are the only shoes that share the VS last. All of the others are narrower in the toe.

Instinct slipper is a unique last which is quite a bit narrower than the rest of the Instinct range.

The original Furia, Furia S, Furia Air, Drago, Chimera, Boostic and Booster  are all the same FZ last (although they stretch differently etc).

Mago has its own last which is quite narrow but I can make them fit my very wide feet due to the laces.

Stix is another unique last which is wider than some of them but very asymmetric. They fit me better than the instinct slipper but nowhere sells them anymore.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on February 19, 2021, 08:42:44 pm
Both actually - but the Newer one with the blue bit in the heel is closest to the Velcro instinct imho. The heel isn’t amazing but alright...

Btw - for those who love the VS - try the instinct lace up. Very similar but lighter and for me even better fitting. Absolutely love them.

For an even softer shoe try the booster. Bit narrower than the instinct but very little support. I was surprised - as they look like overhanging small edge weapons, but are actually really good on smeary stuff.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on February 19, 2021, 08:59:55 pm
For an even softer shoe try the booster. Bit narrower than the instinct but very little support. I was surprised - as they look like overhanging small edge weapons, but are actually really good on smeary stuff.

I've got a lot of time for the Boosters on smeary stuff too. Very floppy midsole so you can get a lot of rubber on the rock.

Will be interesting to try out the new Boostics, though the £150 price tag is a bit  :'(
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tim palmer on May 18, 2021, 10:52:15 am
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30020/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Dragon-Climbing-Shoes-Active-Orange-Core-Black-Grey-One?search=redirect|Dragon

Dragons for £50
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on May 18, 2021, 12:00:41 pm
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30020/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Dragon-Climbing-Shoes-Active-Orange-Core-Black-Grey-One?search=redirect|Dragon

Dragons for £50

Also selling Womens LV Pros for same price with sizing up to 10.5

www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30118/adidas-Womens-Five-Ten-Anasazi-Lv-Pro-Climbing-Shoes-Easy-Coral-Core-Black-Red
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kelvin on May 18, 2021, 01:32:31 pm
Cheers for that link Simon, worth a shout in the ladies, as the mens are a bit baggy on me in street size
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on May 20, 2021, 12:29:45 pm
Hi all - any advice on how the sizing of either the Womens Five Ten Anasazi Lv Pro or Mens Five Ten Dragon - both mentioned above fit. I've never had the opportunity to try on any Five Ten/Adidas shoes.

For reference I tend on the slim side of foot, with not much broadening towards toes. My current shoes are La Sportiva Solutions (not the brand new softer heel, the previous moulded solid heel version) in 39.5 - these are right on the edge in terms of being very tight (plastic bag trick to get the shoe on due to very narrow elasticated opening etc) but at the same time a really good fit. Also I own a pair of Scarpa Womens Lace Up Vapour (the lace up is essential, usually Scarpa seem a little wide but I can really crank the laces!) size 41. These are way less technical but they work well for warm ups, endurance stuff, anything not absolute limit bouldering.

Thanks!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Anti on May 20, 2021, 02:29:23 pm
Hi all - any advice on how the sizing of either the Womens Five Ten Anasazi Lv Pro or Mens Five Ten Dragon - both mentioned above fit. I've never had the opportunity to try on any Five Ten/Adidas shoes.

For reference I tend on the slim side of foot, with not much broadening towards toes. My current shoes are La Sportiva Solutions (not the brand new softer heel, the previous moulded solid heel version) in 39.5 - these are right on the edge in terms of being very tight (plastic bag trick to get the shoe on due to very narrow elasticated opening etc) but at the same time a really good fit. Also I own a pair of Scarpa Womens Lace Up Vapour (the lace up is essential, usually Scarpa seem a little wide but I can really crank the laces!) size 41. These are way less technical but they work well for warm ups, endurance stuff, anything not absolute limit bouldering.

Thanks!

Your feet may vary, but I own Solutions and Scarpa Instinct (VSW and VSR) and have had Vapour in the past. All fit me well, I love the heel fit on them all. I hated Anasazi (the old, brown ones) for fit on the heel. Even with my toes smushed up to the front it felt like a pair of crocs at the back.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on May 20, 2021, 02:44:55 pm
There is a comparative sizing guide here: https://rockrun.com/blogs/the-flash-rock-run-blog/rock-climbing-shoe-sizing-guide

Couldn’t resist getting both the Dragons and LV Pros at this price. I got size 9 in both (street shoe size 10) and they arrived this morning.

Five Tens are slim fit anyway so should suit you. I’ve really narrow feet.

The LV were a brilliant all comfortable round snug fit but no downturned toe. Dragons were crippling but I find that with most aggressively downturned shoes - probably I’m flat footed.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on May 21, 2021, 04:18:38 pm
Thanks both for the replies. That comparative sizing guide is very useful!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: IanP on May 21, 2021, 06:25:57 pm
Not as cheap as above but a few decent deals:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/climbing_clearance/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

In particular I've just taken a delivery of a pair of no longer available Miura xx which are great if you fit the Miura but want something that retains its stiffness and downturn (a few larger and smaller sizes left now). 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on May 21, 2021, 06:43:42 pm
What’s the score with ordering from discounters in Europe now? Do you have to somehow pay VAT and duty?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Catcheemonkey on May 21, 2021, 10:10:03 pm
If the total order (including delivery) is less than £135 there’s no VAT or duty. If it’s over you’ll have to pay these on top of the sales price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on May 21, 2021, 10:26:20 pm
If the total order (including delivery) is less than £135 there’s no VAT or duty. If it’s over you’ll have to pay these on top of the sales price.

To clarify, you do actually pay VAT on stuff under £135 but in theory the shop you purchased should have charged you VAT at the checkout (and then paid the VAT on to the uk government). I imagine it's a bit of pot luck whether this actually happens properly at the moment, especially if you're using smaller retailers. Likewise customs duties seem a bit of pot luck as well, sometimes things sail through with no issues and other times you'll get stung.

If you fancy a little light bed time reading https://www.gov.uk/goods-sent-from-abroad/tax-and-duty
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Catcheemonkey on May 21, 2021, 10:47:38 pm
Yep, should have said ‘import VAT and duty’ which will be additional charges to those buying goods over the £135 threshold, that they may not be expecting.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on May 21, 2021, 11:15:20 pm
Thanks both
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tim palmer on May 22, 2021, 03:44:04 pm
Re sizing of dragon velcro I got the same size as my hi angles and they are pretty similar but slightly narrower.  I have wide ish feet so they were pretty uncomfortable at first but they have bagged out ok in a session
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sxrxg on May 25, 2021, 09:28:31 pm
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30879/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Anasazi-Pro-Climbing-Shoes-Spice-Orange-Core-Black-Footwear-White

Anasazi Pro now on the website that had the Dragons for £50

https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30877/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Anasazi-Hook-And-Loop-Climbing-Shoes-Raw-Desert-Core-Black-Red

Also got the regular Anasazi Velcro for £45
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sheavi on May 26, 2021, 09:30:17 am
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30879/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Anasazi-Pro-Climbing-Shoes-Spice-Orange-Core-Black-Footwear-White

Anasazi Pro now on the website that had the Dragons for £50

https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30877/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Anasazi-Hook-And-Loop-Climbing-Shoes-Raw-Desert-Core-Black-Red

Also got the regular Anasazi Velcro for £45

Thanks
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mr chaz on May 26, 2021, 09:35:30 am
Steal!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on May 26, 2021, 10:45:44 am
I’m a big fan of the five ten Anasazi Velcro of ten years ago. I hear mixed reports about this adidas version (the last pre NAID?). How does it differ in fit and rubber?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Johnny Brown on May 26, 2021, 02:03:33 pm
Ditto. All I know is they were not well received. The pros were extremely stiff; the NIADs are very soft. My guess is they were closer to the NIADs.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on May 26, 2021, 07:13:49 pm
I’ve heard that the newer Anasazi Velcro’s are a bad fit round the toes - allegedly a build error at the factory
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mr_Cus on May 26, 2021, 10:01:51 pm
I’ve heard that the newer Anasazi Velcro’s are a bad fit round the toes - allegedly a build error at the factory

I tried some at the weekend. Width and general fit seemed OK but there was massive amounts of excess material over the top of my toes. I have almost always worn anasazis of some description but these were rubbish unfortunately.

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duncan Disorderly on May 27, 2021, 10:03:22 am
I’ve heard that the newer Anasazi Velcro’s are a bad fit round the toes - allegedly a build error at the factory

Heard this too... However I had a pair last year and they were fine fit-wise (I did have to try 2 pairs of the same size to get a good fit tho...)... The big issue I had was with the build quality, they pretty much fell apart in 3 months... Conversely, I bought a secondhand USA pair off Fleabay over 6 months ago and apart from the stench they're still in great nick!  :shrug:

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on May 27, 2021, 07:29:17 pm
Thanks everyone. I'll stick with my extensive supply of softened-up Blancos (not far from the VCRs in feel).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Reprobate_Rob on May 27, 2021, 08:10:23 pm
So what's the closest thing to an Anasazi that Unparallel do? The UP Rise VCS?
Anyone able to say how they compare?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mr_Cus on May 27, 2021, 08:22:56 pm
Just spotted m and m direct have cheap dragon Velcro’s back in stock in loads of sizes and Anasazi and Anasazi pro.

Such a good price!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on May 27, 2021, 08:45:43 pm
So what's the closest thing to an Anasazi that Unparallel do? The UP Rise VCS?
Anyone able to say how they compare?

I have a pair of these. They are superb. The fit is similar (narrow - with a fairly flat sole) and I think they are a little stiffer (though I’ve not had them long enough and I remember the old Velcro’s used to take an age to soften.

However their heel is excellent (the old one was shite) and the build quality is just top notch. To use a 1980’s car building metaphor, the new ones feel like a BMW and the old ones felt like they were knocked together on a Friday afternoon at a Leyland factory.

I like them a lot.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Reprobate_Rob on May 28, 2021, 09:10:13 am
Thanks TT, sounds good. Once I get over the idea of paying full price for a pair of climbing shoes I'll probably plump for a pair of these.
Did you go for the same size as the USA made anasazi?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tomtom on May 28, 2021, 09:30:44 am
Thanks TT, sounds good. Once I get over the idea of paying full price for a pair of climbing shoes I'll probably plump for a pair of these.
Did you go for the same size as the USA made anasazi?

I think so… just checked and I got some 7.5’s. I’m 9 on street shoes and a 41.5 in scarpa instinct(s) which is 7.5 too I think.

They are possibly half a size too big - but unlike the original US anasazis don’t bag out (well haven’t so far) so they’re fine at the moment.

Strangely at the moment they are my go to edging shoe - and if I need an especially good heel. They have the harder unparallel rubber and it’s barely worn…

They’re one of those I’d recommend trying first if you can etc…

The heel band is quite broad (2.5 cm or so) and quite stiff - but works really well.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on May 28, 2021, 11:32:50 am
I agree with TomTom- UPs are not only a closer equivalent for the old US-made Anasazis (the rubber is the same and the shape of the toes is the same) than current 5.10s, they’re actually better. I have the blue lace-ups, grey velcros and yellow moccs now.

Sizing-wise Unparallels are about a 1/4 of a UK size bigger- if you get the same size you were in US-made Anasazis they’ll be slightly bigger, if you get the size below they’ll be slightly smaller.

The big difference is that while the 5.10s relied only on the combination of sole hardness and heel tension to get their stiffness, the UPs have a stiffening element to the top of the shoes (rubber on the velcros and moccs, a lacing setup with more layers of fabric on the lace-ups) which means that the heels are more comfortable and better fitting. It also means that as well as feeling a bit stiffer to begin with, the softening-up process is a longer and more gradual affair than the overnight “floomf” of the classic Anasazis. The rands also seem to be glued on with sterner stuff which adds to this stiffness retention.

This is most apparent on the Up-Moccs which are absolutely fucking brilliant and could be a good choice for people who liked the Anasazi velcros because they went soft or those who don’t like the higher cut of the Velcro UPs. I gave up on the Five Ten moccs as they went unusably soft way before the rubber wore out but the UP equivalent, while still not what you’d call edging machines, don’t.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Andy F on May 28, 2021, 04:55:35 pm
I'm thinking about getting a pair of the 5.10 velcro's to use as a wall shoe (hence saving my quality Scarpa's for the crag). I'm an EU 38.5/39 in Scarpa, what size 5.10 would I need?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on June 25, 2021, 11:15:57 am
My saved eBay search came up with these. (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/224500044421)

Not something I need but could be a good deal for someone. I think Vims are remakes of the old Five Ten V10s?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on June 25, 2021, 11:27:01 am
yes I've tried some recently, they're pretty much exactly the old V10 and I was the same size as before as well.

For reference I'm also the same size in Dragons / Sirius and Team / Regulus if thats what they're called. Regulas might be the Hi-Angle? no matter, Im the same size in all of them so you might be too.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tim palmer on July 03, 2021, 02:50:47 pm
https://rockrun.com/collections/deal/products/scarpa-furia

70 quid for furias
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Mike Tyson on July 04, 2021, 10:11:21 am
https://www.blacks.co.uk/15909614/adidas-five-ten-dragon-climbing-shoes-15909614
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: gardinrm on August 07, 2021, 12:22:40 pm
Just managed to get solutions (LV) for £80 including shipping from here:
https://www.alpinstore.com/en/categ/133-climbing-shoes

The price shot up as soon as I bought them, but there are lots of good deals if you browse through.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on August 07, 2021, 12:38:30 pm
A few places doing the old style chimeras at big discounts. Eg £65 https://rockrun.com/collections/climbing-shoes/products/scarpa-chimera-2020?variant=31463074504
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Evil on September 12, 2021, 10:15:10 am
Quite a few unparallel models on sale at Dark Ventures (mostly old versions) - https://darkventures.co.uk/discount--sale-16-c.asp (https://darkventures.co.uk/discount--sale-16-c.asp)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 13, 2021, 12:02:04 pm
Anyone know what the heel is like on the Vim compared to the old Dragon etc.? I never had V10s to compare it to.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on September 13, 2021, 06:12:29 pm
Anyone know what the heel is like on the Vim compared to the old Dragon etc.? I never had V10s to compare it to.

Not sure how it compares to the old dragon as I never got on with them, but it's a decent heel for a slipper (i.e. don't expect much, can get away with it in a pinch.).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on September 13, 2021, 06:25:21 pm
Anyone know what the heel is like on the Vim compared to the old Dragon etc.? I never had V10s to compare it to.

Kind of the same, I always thought they are the same last or something, however they make shoes.

With the V10s though on a few occasions I had to use either a velcro/ dragon/ anything that locked because with the elastic shoes, the heel will just come off.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 14, 2021, 08:35:37 am
Thanks both, good to know, I'll swerve them because heel fitting is always an issue for me. Shame because they look great otherwise!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cowboyhat on September 14, 2021, 03:24:24 pm
Well the front end is amazing, so if you aren't heel hooking it doesn't matter.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: andy_e on September 14, 2021, 03:26:06 pm
I'm always heel hooking...
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on September 14, 2021, 04:10:35 pm
Andy's got more hooks than a Motown studio session.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: philo on September 19, 2021, 10:33:08 am
£50 Pink anasazi anyone?

https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/men/shoes/mens-trainers/rose-pink-anasazi-laced-sport-shoes/p/27560446?utm_source=RakutenMarketing&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=2447268:HOTUKDEALS&utm_content=10&utm_term=UKNetwork&ranMID=43244&ranEAID=aBCSbjOIq8Q&ranSiteID=aBCSbjOIq8Q-AhyoKGKDB1VGXCvH6etNgA
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sdm on September 19, 2021, 10:42:39 am
Anasazis too

https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/men/shoes/mens-trainers/black+brown-climbing-shoes/p/27560447
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dunnyg on September 19, 2021, 12:08:39 pm
Awesome. Thanks!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: webbo on November 20, 2021, 09:45:31 am
Blacks/Millets are doing Muria Velcros at £90 with free postage at the moment. Quite a lot of other stuff reduced as well.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: steveri on December 06, 2021, 04:17:37 pm
Instinct SRs, £70 Rock and Run right now (mostly smaller).
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on December 07, 2021, 08:39:02 am
resist....
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fiend on December 21, 2021, 01:01:23 pm
https://www.outside.co.uk/five-ten-anasazi-lace-v2-white-climbing-shoe.html

Possibly not the cheap shoes you're looking for, but there's a good point in their spiel at the bottom of the page  :ninja:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: dunnyg on December 21, 2021, 01:40:02 pm
I'm sat on a gold mine
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: User deactivated. on December 21, 2021, 05:13:58 pm
I've been searching for cheap sportiva theories for ages. Mine are almost 2 years old and nearly dead. They're supposed to be indoor comp shoes, which I do precisely none of, but they have become my first choice for grit bouldering unless there's really small positive footholds.

Too small for me but here's a cheap size 6 pair with a minor defect:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/La-Sportiva-Theory-Climbing-Shoe-EU39-5-UK6-Slight-Defect-50-Off-RRP-/194641517459?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on December 21, 2021, 05:39:54 pm
Interesting Theory :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chicane on December 31, 2021, 07:02:27 pm
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD31915/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Climbing-Anasazi-Lace-Trainers-Track-Maroon-Core-Black-Core-White?search=redirect|Five+ten cheap pinks if you're a UK6 or 8.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: chicane on January 27, 2022, 04:31:02 pm
loads of models and sizes, Anasazi,dragons etc

https://www.mandmdirect.com/02/fts/?search=five+ten
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: WillRobertson on January 27, 2022, 06:15:43 pm
Cheers! Any recent gen on sizing of the new dragons vs old? I was a 7 in the previous version and they fit like a glove.
Have tried on a pair of new 7s and they were too tight but unsure whether to go up a half or whole size. Searches of old comments/reviews show up mixed opinions so keen to hear from anyone else!
I'm about a 7.5 street size, but with pretty narrow heels.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on January 28, 2022, 07:05:37 am
They are owned by Adidas so if you are anywhere near an Adidas outlet they’ll be just sat on the shelves, Dragons next to random trainers.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fatneck on February 22, 2022, 01:12:33 pm
So Niad Moccs have dropped below £60 on various sites which make them tempting. I tried a on a pair of 8.5 at the wall the other day but couldn't get them on. Reckon I could just about get them on at home with no pressure and a couple of plastic bags. I appreciate that moccs are a niche shoe these days but has anyone any knowledge on whether they bag as much as the old moccs?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: cheque on February 22, 2022, 01:31:55 pm
I haven’t tried them but looking at the construction I don’t think they’ll stretch as much because of the rubber toe covering.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rginns on February 22, 2022, 02:01:13 pm
So Niad Moccs have dropped below £60 on various sites which make them tempting. I tried a on a pair of 8.5 at the wall the other day but couldn't get them on. Reckon I could just about get them on at home with no pressure and a couple of plastic bags. I appreciate that moccs are a niche shoe these days but has anyone any knowledge on whether they bag as much as the old moccs?
I was tempted myself and got a pair. If you get the sizing right (completely different from the old ones) then I'm thinking it's worth a punt for general crag / tradding shoes.
The upper is leather and so will probably bag out half a size or so. I'd err on the tighter side in view of this.
If it were synthetic (ie the new anasazi) it'd stay the same size.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Johnny Brown on February 22, 2022, 02:36:07 pm
The NIAD velcros are the softest, stretchiest shoes I've ever owned, despite the rubber toe, so I wouldn't hold out much hope for the moccs. Didn;t buy them super tight but they gained at least a half size in the first half hour, and that was just the beginning. I now have to wear socks. Recommended only if you value comfort over performance.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: teestub on February 22, 2022, 09:29:24 pm
The NIAD velcros are the softest, stretchiest shoes I've ever owned, despite the rubber toe, so I wouldn't hold out much hope for the moccs. Didn;t buy them super tight but they gained at least a half size in the first half hour, and that was just the beginning. I now have to wear socks. Recommended only if you value comfort over performance.

So they might be suitable if you wanted to climb 20 odd pitches up to 5.10 plus aid a few more tricky pitches, in a day?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 23, 2022, 08:06:52 am
rand of the brave.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Johnny Brown on February 23, 2022, 08:18:22 am
I mean they wouldn't be my choice but let's not forget Lynn freed the Nose in a day in Bambas ffs.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fatneck on February 23, 2022, 09:47:21 am
Thanks.

I got a pair of the old new Moccs in an 8 (which is what I always got the old old Moccs in) which I thought was a big mistake when I first tried to get them on but they were pretty quickly perfect. I now can't find them in an 8 so tempted to get a pair of Niad Moccs in an 8.5 and see how I go!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: northern yob on February 23, 2022, 10:31:36 am
I mean they wouldn't be my choice but let's not forget Lynn freed the Nose in a day in Bambas ffs.


Did she? I’ve always presumed so due to the photograph…. Maybe the shot was taken on a different day and she was tasked with pushing the new shoe. Or maybe she set a new standard in a truly terrible shoe. It’d be cool to know if she really did! She’s good but was she that good…..
I’m slightly disgusted with my cynical self for even questioning this. Proves the power of a photograph either way!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on February 23, 2022, 06:24:19 pm
Donning something different ‘just for the camera’ would have been quite out of character for her. She’s a pretty straight up kind of person.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Johnny Brown on February 25, 2022, 10:46:51 am
The NIAD velcros are the softest, stretchiest shoes I've ever owned, despite the rubber toe, so I wouldn't hold out much hope for the moccs. Didn;t buy them super tight but they gained at least a half size in the first half hour, and that was just the beginning. I now have to wear socks. Recommended only if you value comfort over performance.

So they might be suitable if you wanted to climb 20 odd pitches up to 5.10 plus aid a few more tricky pitches, in a day?

Less flippantly, for long routes esp including aid climbing, most people prefer a stiff boot so you get a level of support. And laces provide much more scope to crank up a big boot than two velcro straps, esp in the toes where you most want to adjust volume. Plus etriers are agony in soft boots whether you're 1 pitch in or 20. So no, NIADs are not likely to be ideal for NIADing.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: teestub on February 25, 2022, 11:00:24 am
So not only have they ruined their most loved shoe model, they have also given it a totally inappropriate name. Top work Adidas!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on February 25, 2022, 11:58:09 am
The NIAD velcros are the softest, stretchiest shoes I've ever owned, despite the rubber toe, so I wouldn't hold out much hope for the moccs. Didn;t buy them super tight but they gained at least a half size in the first half hour, and that was just the beginning. I now have to wear socks. Recommended only if you value comfort over performance.

So they might be suitable if you wanted to climb 20 odd pitches up to 5.10 plus aid a few more tricky pitches, in a day?

Less flippantly, for long routes esp including aid climbing, most people prefer a stiff boot so you get a level of support. And laces provide much more scope to crank up a big boot than two velcro straps, esp in the toes where you most want to adjust volume. Plus etriers are agony in soft boots whether you're 1 pitch in or 20. So no, NIADs are not likely to be ideal for NIADing.

This.

However they are great for training for a NIAD: a broad forefoot and unlined suede uppers means your toes will be happy (and red) after 100s of metres on an autobelay or easy routes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Steve R on March 09, 2022, 11:53:57 am
mandmdirect have quite a lot of 5:10/adidas models going very cheap.  Heard terrible things about these but I took a punt and got the anasazi velcros and mocs (not-niad ones) from here, seem good and much the same as 'old' five tens.  Just ordered another pair of velcros since they came back in stock in my size.  Order one full number size up from pre adidas 5:10 and can't go wrong.
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD31106?lid=QB1

edit: don't think the above sizing rule applies to dragons https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30870?lid=QB1  worth a check on bananafingers' shoe comparitor tool
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: rginns on March 09, 2022, 03:54:34 pm
mandmdirect have quite a lot of 5:10/adidas models going very cheap.  Heard terrible things about these but I took a punt and got the anasazi velcros and mocs (not-niad ones) from here, seem good and much the same as 'old' five tens.  Just ordered another pair of velcros since they came back in stock in my size.  Order one full number size up from pre adidas 5:10 and can't go wrong.
https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD31106?lid=QB1

edit: don't think the above sizing rule applies to dragons https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30870?lid=QB1  worth a check on bananafingers' shoe comparitor tool

I got a pair of the mocs and the velcros from there and although the mocs are too big (will be used for all day multipitch stuff), I bought the right size velcros and they're perfect, although a whole size up from the old ones I used to get.
The rubber and general fit seems just as good though, although the straps and the upper seem more cheaply made.
Can't go wrong for 50 notes for a general cragging shoe, but won't replace the Miuras for bouldering...


Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Fultonius on June 29, 2022, 12:13:21 pm
5.10 NIAD £74 at go-outdoors:
https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/16136336/adidas-five-ten-men-s-niad-vcs-climbing-shoe-16136336

UK 8,9,10,11,12



Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Eddies on July 13, 2022, 10:16:23 am
Cheap Velcro Dragon's in most sizes:

https://www.exxpozed.co.uk/adidas-five-ten-dragon-vcs-m#!?variant=1042663
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Johnny Brown on July 13, 2022, 12:23:23 pm
M&M still have plenty of stock at £40.

https://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/AD30020/adidas-Mens-Five-Ten-Dragon-Climbing-Shoes-Active-Orange-Core-Black-Grey-One
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on January 28, 2023, 05:13:23 pm
Pair of brand new size 6 blancos for £40 https://www.vinted.co.uk/women/shoes/sports-shoes/other-sports-shoes/2622477172-five-ten-anasazi-rock-climbing-shoes-uk-6
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Droyd on January 28, 2023, 05:42:42 pm
Much appreciated Remus, I snapped these up as I was a 6 in the old ones!  :2thumbsup:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: sherlock on February 05, 2023, 10:42:07 am
FS. Boreal Satori UK 8.
Bought cheap online but can hardly get them on, so sized small.Size 8 on box but no size inside actual shoe. Worn 2/3 times inside and never outside.
Can email pics.
£50 posted.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Wil on March 02, 2023, 01:03:21 pm
La Sportiva Katakis on offer at Outside at the moment: https://www.outside.co.uk/la-sportiva-kataki-climbing-shoe.html (https://www.outside.co.uk/la-sportiva-kataki-climbing-shoe.html)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on March 02, 2023, 07:20:46 pm
Anyone used these and can review? I was considering a pair but not tried on yet. Looking for something a little stiff but still a bit aggressive for sport - low 7s to low 8s.
Have medium to narrow feet.
I wear Futuras indoors and bouldering.
Velcro Muiras trad and easier sport
Currently Tenaya Lati (the red ones) for harder sport.
I don't generally get on with Scarpa (too wide) or unparallel (heel)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: moose on March 02, 2023, 08:12:37 pm
I've got a pair of Katakis - in the same size as my usual Miura VS.  They feel a little less aggressive and flatter than Miuras but a touch stiffer (like the offspring of a Miura and an Anasazi).  They are now really comfortable while still feeling precise, but when I first got them, their stiffness at the back aggravated my achilles.  The heel is also that weird bulbous "S Heel" (same as Solutions), which I personally find insensitive, but that's never really been an issue when sport climbing.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on March 02, 2023, 08:38:53 pm
Cheers Moose, I'm not a fan of the solution heel either but for this use I could live with it. More concerned that they feel less aggressive than the Muiras. Thought it might be worth a pint at such a bargain price but not sure now. Hmmm
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duncan campbell on March 02, 2023, 09:01:21 pm
Haven’t had a pair of Kataki’s but use Otakis for all my route climbing. (Up to 8a+ sport and E6 trad) also always get them resoled, in edge the first time use them for trad/sport warmups then second and 3rd times in grip and have climbed 7B+ in them. If they didn’t get too soft for hard trad and sport I’d keep getti mg edge put on them.


Been ages since I owned a pair of Miura VS but have never looked back. Not sure how the Katakis differ beyond being lace ups. I also bought some Katana’s last year and am back on to the Otakis, despite having a brand new pair of Katanas still in my cupboard. Undecided on whether I would use them on something specific or not…

Not sure if that was helpful, I can’t remember how aggressive the miura vs were but I like how my Otakis can stand on really small edges but can deal with smeary edges and smears too. They seem to be a bit of a punter shoe but I think they are really good for hard climbing (in the keen amateur sense)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on March 03, 2023, 12:39:26 am
Katakis are my default shoe unless there is a need for something specialist. I’ve got narrow feet too. Can wear them all day long. They seem to have found a sweet spot between being supportive and sensitive and resole really well at Llanberis Resoles. They are being discontinued so delighted to bag a couple of pairs at this price.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duncan campbell on March 03, 2023, 08:17:01 am
What is it with you and shoes that get discontinued Shark?!?!

Please don’t start buying Otakis I don’t want to have to find a new shoe!  :P
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: MischaHY on March 03, 2023, 08:31:34 am
Anyone used these and can review? I was considering a pair but not tried on yet. Looking for something a little stiff but still a bit aggressive for sport - low 7s to low 8s.
Have medium to narrow feet.
I wear Futuras indoors and bouldering.
Velcro Muiras trad and easier sport
Currently Tenaya Lati (the red ones) for harder sport.
I don't generally get on with Scarpa (too wide) or unparallel (heel)

Katakis are based on the Skwama last so relatively wide at the front with a narrower heel. The heel is not the same as the Solution heel but rather that of the Skwama; slightly softer and more conforming. It tends to work well for people with flat/low volume heels. They're better on an edge than Skwamas and are effectively a combination of the Katana lace and Skwama. In terms of performance you can expect them to be good on different things depending on how you size them - around two sizes down will give a more conforming shoe which will perfom well on sandstone/grit or thin cracks/multis, 2.5 sizes down will be about right for edging on lime/granite/edgy trad. It's a good shoe.

In general when looking at Scarpa it's a misnomer to assume they're all wide. It's true Instincts and their ilk are wide, but options like Vapor Lace and Drago LV would be good choices for a narrow fit. You can view their shoe fit sizing easily here (https://world.scarpa.com/page/climbing-collection-structure).

Hope this helps  :)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on March 03, 2023, 10:50:37 am
Katakis are based on the Skwama last so relatively wide at the front with a narrower heel.
Seems weird to name and describe a shoe as a combo of Katana and Otaki, if its based on the last of the Skwamas!

That Scarpa chart is really nice, is there anything similar for Sportiva floating around somewhere? specifically it'd be really handy to have them grouped by last.

In general when looking at Scarpa it's a misnomer to assume they're all wide. It's true Instincts and their ilk are wide, but options like Vapor Lace and Drago LV would be good choices for a narrow fit. You can view their shoe fit sizing easily here (https://world.scarpa.com/page/climbing-collection-structure).

Good chart, cheers! the Dragos are miles too soft to be of interest, and the vapor lace just feel very flat when I've tried them. From that chart something like the Boostics should be good, but I've tried them on and didn't like the fit, also felt wide tbh. I've thought before the old magos might have been the shoe, anyone know how the new ones differ?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: MischaHY on March 03, 2023, 12:35:20 pm
Katakis are based on the Skwama last so relatively wide at the front with a narrower heel.
Seems weird to name and describe a shoe as a combo of Katana and Otaki, if its based on the last of the Skwamas!

It's how the LaSpo rep described them when they were introduced and I'd agree but they're definitely a bit narrower than Skwamas, likely due to shaping and stiffness.


That Scarpa chart is really nice, is there anything similar for Sportiva floating around somewhere? specifically it'd be really handy to have them grouped by last.
It's here (https://www.lasportiva.com/en/climbing-shoes-technical-information).


I've thought before the old magos might have been the shoe, anyone know how the new ones differ?

They're definitely a bit narrower. Sounds more like you have a medium volume foot though considering you're doing well with Miura VS so be cautious with going too narrow.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on March 03, 2023, 01:29:21 pm
Cheers! Bit suspicious of the Miura VS's place on that chart though, I'll take some convincing its wider than the Skwama or Otaki
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: MischaHY on March 03, 2023, 02:24:32 pm
Cheers! Bit suspicious of the Miura VS's place on that chart though, I'll take some convincing its wider than the Skwama or Otaki

VS is very wide, it's the classic go-to for a stiff edging shoe that might work for people with hallux. It depends on the specific shape and sensitivity of the hallux because of the way the shoe exerts pressure though. Skwama might 'feel' wider because it's softer which means it gives more when the foot presses against it.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on March 03, 2023, 03:12:59 pm
I have both Skwama and Ladies Miura VS in the same size and like Duma would take some convincing that the VS' are wider. The Skwama's are like boats compared to the VS. Not just on feel but on visuals too out of the box.

More broadly Duma your feet sound quite similar to mine. Might be worth trying a pair of the womens Miura VS' on;  I wore the mens lace Miuras for years, then the womens lace Miuras, and have now finally settled on the velcro womens Miuras. As long as they make them I won't need to try another shoe. I tried Kataki's a few years ago and found them too wide for me.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on March 03, 2023, 09:26:58 pm
Thanks for all the comments, bit of a moot point as outside have now sold out of size 40 (I blame shark), but am now planning a visit to bananafingers to try out a bunch of the suggestions from here. SM06, have you tried the men's Muira VS? Apart from volume and/or width, often the women's models aren't as stiff (fair enough given average weights) which would put me off. My GF wears women's Muira VSs, but she's size 4 so not much use to me!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on March 03, 2023, 09:51:48 pm
No guilty. 41 for me.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on March 03, 2023, 10:49:16 pm
I never have; the women's lace version were such a revelation for me that I climbed in them for a few years and only moved to the VS version when I realised that unlike the laces, they had the P3 power platform which would keep them stiffer for longer. I also avoided velcro shoes for years out of a (possibly misguided) belief that my narrow feet were better suited to lace up shoes (previously I'd had blancos).

The women's shoes do have 3.5mm rubber rather than 4mm rubber which might mean less stiff. It doesn't seem any different to men's miuras to me, but I am pretty light at 60kg. I think the lower volume was the key for me, I only really realised how precise heel hooks could be when I started wearing the womens version! (here endeth the love letter!)
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: colin8ll on May 22, 2023, 02:50:24 pm
Is this too good to be true? 80% off La Sportiva's at https://dusktrend.shop/  (https://dusktrend.shop/). Loads of models and loads of sizes. Solutions for £21, TC Pros for £23 etc. + £8 postage!!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on May 22, 2023, 03:23:09 pm
Is this too good to be true? 80% off La Sportiva's at https://dusktrend.shop/  (https://dusktrend.shop/). Loads of models and loads of sizes. Solutions for £21, TC Pros for £23 etc. + £8 postage!!

Looks like a scam to me:
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: webbo on May 22, 2023, 03:30:09 pm
The bit on the top line where it says “ more link” sort of suggests it’s bogus.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: User deactivated. on May 22, 2023, 03:31:46 pm
I've just bought 5 pairs with my credit card. Nothing to lose.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on May 22, 2023, 03:42:09 pm
I'm going to be really annoyed if this is legit and I haven't cashed in
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: galpinos on May 22, 2023, 03:44:59 pm
Is this too good to be true? 80% off La Sportiva's at https://dusktrend.shop/  (https://dusktrend.shop/). Loads of models and loads of sizes. Solutions for £21, TC Pros for £23 etc. + £8 postage!!

Well, my work has blocked it and combined with the prices......
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: User deactivated. on May 22, 2023, 03:49:57 pm
I'm going to be really annoyed if this is legit and I haven't cashed in

I'll probably be making a call to American Express next week, but you've got to be in it to win it  ;D
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: T_B on May 22, 2023, 04:01:04 pm
None of the links to socials go to La Sportiva and they’re selling Olympus Mons Cube for £39.34 (reduced from £196.69). Boots which actually retail for £935.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: tonym on May 22, 2023, 04:18:20 pm
That's not even half-plausibly genuine.
Why would anyone knowingly want to facilitate CC fraud?
First for me. Never felt sorry for AmEx before in my life!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: User deactivated. on May 22, 2023, 05:01:25 pm
That's not even half-plausibly genuine.
Why would anyone knowingly want to facilitate CC fraud?
First for me. Never felt sorry for AmEx before in my life!

Please don't tell me you took my posts as serious!?  :lol:

As you say, no one could actually think that it was genuine!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: edshakey on May 26, 2023, 08:41:02 pm
Is this too good to be true? 80% off La Sportiva's at https://dusktrend.shop/  (https://dusktrend.shop/). Loads of models and loads of sizes. Solutions for £21, TC Pros for £23 etc. + £8 postage!!

I've been noticing a few ads on facebook for companies making similar claims about La Sportiva deals. They are all extremely sketchy looking, and I reported one and Facebook has taken it down for going against community standards. Given I've reported other spam in the past and they do fuck all about it, I'd say this was a pretty clear scam.

Be careful out there!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: webbo on May 26, 2023, 10:09:32 pm
Is this too good to be true? 80% off La Sportiva's at https://dusktrend.shop/  (https://dusktrend.shop/). Loads of models and loads of sizes. Solutions for £21, TC Pros for £23 etc. + £8 postage!!

I've been noticing a few ads on facebook for companies making similar claims about La Sportiva deals. They are all extremely sketchy looking, and I reported one and Facebook has taken it down for going against community standards. Given I've reported other spam in the past and they do fuck all about it, I'd say this was a pretty clear scam.

Be careful out there!
I get a fair few ads on Facebook for top end British shoe makers at give away prices. The E address is always nothing like the company they are pretending to be. They claim to be an outlet shop and these companies don’t have one. I have reported them but and they disappear but they continue appear so I don’t really think Facebook gives a shit.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SamT on May 29, 2023, 10:16:11 am
Ha,  I saw that on facebook and was going to get some of the jeans.  Came out of the page, then couldn't find it again on facebook so assumed they'd taken it down.  Trying to find it by google again and couldn't find it.  Total Scam.
If it sounds too good to be true, it generally isn't.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: PeteHukb on June 10, 2023, 08:44:36 pm
Another example (I think) of too-good-to-be-true prices at lasportivaworld.com - ad came up on social media for me and the site is pretty convincingly set up, I'll be surprised if they don't make some decent dollar out of it. Quick Google shows the domain was registered 5 days ago in the Netherlands. I'm still not 100% convinced I'm right!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: mrjonathanr on June 10, 2023, 09:55:46 pm
That’s an amazingly authentic looking site PeteHukb!

What was it about the 80% discount that made you suspicious?  :-\
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on June 11, 2023, 08:32:28 pm
Here is a legit good deal:

https://rockrun.com/collections/scarpa-quantic-climbing-shoes/products/scarpa-quantic-womens?variant=42852529701045

£40 Scarpa Quantic.

Not the most aggressive/technical shoe but I bought a pair to do some mileage / warm ups etc it and am initially pleasantly surprised with them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: thunderbeest on June 12, 2023, 06:55:23 am
There's so much volume in that shoe. Really tricky to have some costumers who actually fit the shoe.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jakaitch on June 12, 2023, 01:34:37 pm
Instinct laces (size eu36 only) £78 https://bananafingers.co.uk/scarpa-instinct-lace
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Droyd on June 12, 2023, 03:14:33 pm
I was all set to get another pair as they're such good workhorses and then saw that for every size except EU 36 it says "+£37.93", bringing the price up to 116 - impressively shoddy.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: jakaitch on June 12, 2023, 04:23:19 pm
Yeah I was set to order another pair until I saw that... Wonder whats so undesirable about eu36
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: shark on August 04, 2023, 11:04:06 am
Black Diamond have a decent sale on. Lots 40% off. No idea about what their shoes are like but worth checking out for the deals in sacs, harnesses, ropes, portaledge! etc

https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_GB/outlet/?main_category=Climb&page=3
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on August 04, 2023, 11:36:47 am
Good price for Notion shorts, I have 2 pairs and practically live in them.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on August 04, 2023, 12:35:28 pm
don't buy the approach shoes if you actually intend to use them for approaching
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duncan campbell on August 04, 2023, 12:54:01 pm
Good price for Notion shorts, I have 2 pairs and practically live in them.

Interesting! As I’m in the market for a new pair of shorts - are they quit a relaxed fit?

I’m a bit of a trad man so have larger legs and bum than your average sport climbing upside down triangle person
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on August 04, 2023, 01:43:16 pm
Yes, relaxed comfy fit, your build description fits mine (runner legs and bum and dad belly!).I'm a 38 / 40" waist and was surprised that this is their Large, I am normally an XL, then remembered it's US size :). 
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duncan campbell on August 04, 2023, 02:26:28 pm
Nice one… might treat myself
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on August 04, 2023, 04:22:39 pm
don't buy the approach shoes if you actually intend to use them for approaching

Don't buy the portaledge unless someone else is hauling it!

bananafingers/epictv have Sportiva Testarossa 2s (https://bananafingers.co.uk/la-sportiva-testarossa) at 40% off in many useful sizes.

I like the Testarossa 1s but have not tried the 2s. Some people suggest going down a half size in the 2s, others suggest no change. Anyone worn both?

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: M1V0 on August 05, 2023, 03:01:05 pm
don't buy the approach shoes if you actually intend to use them for approaching

Don't buy the portaledge unless someone else is hauling it!

bananafingers/epictv have Sportiva Testarossa 2s (https://bananafingers.co.uk/la-sportiva-testarossa) at 40% off in many useful sizes.

I like the Testarossa 1s but have not tried the 2s. Some people suggest going down a half size in the 2s, others suggest no change. Anyone worn both?

Can't speak to differences between them, but I sized the 2s as I would for other LaSpo (Solution, Skwama) and found that despite a longer than usual break-in period, they fit fine.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: crzylgs on September 15, 2023, 12:49:50 pm
Some people might have already seen this as it's posted on their socials etc. £70 Evolv Zenist. Lots of sizes available:

https://bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-zenist

https://bananafingers.co.uk/evolv-zenist-women-s


Does anyone know if there is any difference in fit at all between the mens + womens? The technical spec is exactly the same in terms of rubber and midsole thickness. So it's just a colour preference?

EDIT: On the Evolv website the term 'low volume' is used for the womens, without going into too many specifics.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: fatneck on September 20, 2023, 01:51:14 pm
Alpine Trek currently have decently sized Moccs / Niads (https://www.alpinetrek.co.uk/five-ten-niad-moccasym-climbing-shoes/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2023-08_trans_versandbestaetigung_UK&log=intern&wt_mc=uk.email.transaktion.dispatchconf&sc_src=email_4024059&sc_lid=252125548&sc_uid=cz2MFyGHor&sc_llid=14226&sc_eh=e78ab262572bc2961&emst=cz2MFyGHor_14226_4024059_3) for £55!!

Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: kac on September 22, 2023, 02:29:48 pm
Thanks for posting about the evolv zenist. Only just arrived but look really good for £70. Worth saying that they are not kidding about going above your street shoe size. They size tiny!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on November 12, 2023, 02:26:07 pm
https://rockrun.com/collections/la-sportiva-climbing-shoe-clearance/products/la-sportiva-genius?variant=42255417934005
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on November 12, 2023, 02:41:29 pm
Yeah anyone who loves the no edge shoes should get involved at rock and run or bf. Cheap atm as they get a redesign next year.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on February 07, 2024, 11:58:55 am
Aghast at the price of Miuras currently; anyone any advice on where to keep an eye out? Not urgent yet but I resent paying £130 although I know this is increasingly standard. Alpinetrek has them at 160!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: SA Chris on February 07, 2024, 12:11:22 pm
Our local Decathlon was selling some off, was wondering if they are discontinuing keeping them in their range due to increasing costs. Sadly didn't have my hoof size, but might be worth checking locally?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slab_happy on February 09, 2024, 07:34:54 am
https://rockrun.com/collections/la-sportiva-climbing-shoe-clearance/products/la-sportiva-genius?variant=42255417934005

Anyone know what the sizing on the Geniuses and the Futuras is like relative to Miuras?
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: remus on February 09, 2024, 07:51:44 am
In the unlikely event he doesn't spot this, drop Duma a DM as he wears both.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on February 09, 2024, 08:36:14 am
I do and I've spotted it!

Same sizing for me, though since I use them for different things I wear 40 in futuras and 41 in Miura VS
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: slab_happy on February 09, 2024, 09:03:48 am
Thanks, appreciated!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: User deactivated. on February 09, 2024, 09:24:19 am
The genius is built on one of Sportiva's widest lasts. I find no edge to be like cheating on some footholds (very rarely) but worse on most footholds.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: duncan on February 09, 2024, 10:25:34 am
I can go slightly smaller in Geniuses than Miura laces, probably because I have a wide fore-foot. The Genius, and Testarossa which uses the same last, are the only Sportiva shoes that fit me properly. I can climb in a Miura lace but they are not ideal and I find the Miura velcro unwearable.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: 205Chris on February 09, 2024, 11:18:33 am
Aghast at the price of Miuras currently; anyone any advice on where to keep an eye out? Not urgent yet but I resent paying £130 although I know this is increasingly standard. Alpinetrek has them at 160!

What size are you? Got some box fresh lace ups in size 38 if you're interested? Never worn and still got the tag on.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: spidermonkey09 on February 09, 2024, 11:42:29 am
Tend to wear velcros these days; I've just taken a punt on a cheap pair of 38s which I'm hoping will fit; am normally a 38.5. Cheers for the offer though!
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: Duma on February 09, 2024, 12:18:17 pm
The genius is built on one of Sportiva's widest lasts.

Really? I thought genius were basically lace up futuras, and futuras def aren't one of their wider shoes.
Title: Re: Cheap shoes thread.
Post by: User deactivated. on February 09, 2024, 01:07:28 pm
The genius is built on one of Sportiva's widest lasts.

Really? I thought genius were basically lace up futuras, and futuras def aren't one of their wider shoes.

The Futura is built on the Solution last, which i'd call medium width. The Genius is wider and more asymmetric and shares a last with the Testarossa and Theory.

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