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 The Tarantula Men 2021 is technically retired but it's still sold online. You've found a page of history! The Tarantula Men 2021 is no longer produced by La Sportiva. We're showing it as "available" on WeighMyRack because you can still find it at trustworthy online retailers.

 The Tarantula Men 2021 is technically retired but it's still sold online. You've found a page of history! The Tarantula Men 2021 is no longer produced by La Sportiva. We're showing it as "available" on WeighMyRack because you can still find it at trustworthy online retailers.

La Sportiva Tarantula Climbing Shoe
  • La Sportiva Tarantula Climbing Shoe
  • La Sportiva Tarantula Climbing Shoe

Tarantula Men 2021

Rating

My vote: None ( 4.1 avg )

Description

This comfortable shoe is easy to use and easy to get on and off in a flash. The unlined upper is excellent for moisture management and super comfortable on your foot all day. The shape is round and higher volume for the climber not looking to mangle their feet yet aggressive enough to perform when needed. The highly adjustable closure system adapts to multiple foot types and shapes.

Retail price

US$ 95.00

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Weight 580 g

Single : 290 g / 10.23 oz
Pair : 580 g / 20.46 oz

Closure Type 2 Velcro closures
Gender Men
Volume High Wide
Sizing Information European sizes 33-48, including half sizes.

La Sportiva Shoes are built on European half sizes which are smaller increments than US half sizes.


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Best Use (Highest Performance) All-around
Asymmetry Low
Tongue Details not provided by the brand
Last Details Shape: Flat (comfort)
Construction: Slip Lasted
Last : RL 45 This means the last has a round toe, it is flat and has low asymmetry.
Upper Material not provided by the brand  Leather
Midsole Material 1.8 mm  LaspoFlex
Sole Material 5.0 mm  FriXion® RS
Rand: not provided by the brand
Footbed Lining

None

Frixion RS Technology

Frixion RS

sticky rubber soles for all types of mountain activities can be adapted to provide super grip. Black FriXion RS is the stickiest of the FriXion rubber used in rock climbing shoes.

LaspoFlex

Super lightweight, ultra-thin synthetic fiber-laminate designed for maximum torsion rigidity.
Other Shoe Versions male female
AVG RATING
4.53
( 4.5 avg )
Rating
4.02
( 4 avg )

GREAT MIX OF COMFORT AND PERFORMANCE

Familiarity
I’ve used it a bunch

These shoes are absolutely comfortable and I don't mind leaving them on between climbs. They also perform quite well on very small holds. Not the most technicals shoes out there for sure but if you are looking for a comfortable shoe for long days of climbing this one is for you. 

These shoes are absolutely comfortable and I don't mind leaving them on between climbs. They also perform quite well on very small holds. Not the most technicals shoes out there for sure but if you are looking for a comfortable shoe for long days of climbing this one is for you. 

Rating
5.04
( 5 avg )

GREAT MIX OF COMFORT AND PERFORMANCE

Familiarity
I’ve used it a ton

These shoes are VERY comfortable and I don't even feel the need to take them off in between climbs. Yet they perform very good on very small footholds and heel hooks. if you plan on wearing shoes for a long period of time this is a great choice.

These shoes are VERY comfortable and I don't even feel the need to take them off in between climbs. Yet they perform very good on very small footholds and heel hooks. if you plan on wearing shoes for a long period of time this is a great choice.

Outdoor Gear Lab Gear Review rating 2.4/5

We tested them on long alpine routes and found they climb as well, but not as comfortably as approach shoes or alpine boots (Trango Cubes). They won't, however, let you waltz away from a day in the mountains without swapping out your footwear. The velcro straps made it a little painful to put feet in any cracks, and they perform like any rock shoe if the terrain is a mix of scrambling/climbing/walking: poorly.

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