2nd Look: La Sportiva TC Pro

The TC Pro is the best shoe I have ever used for hard, multi-pitch free climbing, and it excels on micro edging and granite cracks. It is the only shoe to date that I can climb 5.14 in and not be in agony by the end of a long day.

If you’re looking for your next desert shoe, this likely won’t be the best fit for you. The price tag is pretty steep ($180), so if you want a comfy shoe for moderate multi-pitching, I’d suggest going with a less expensive option. But if you’re looking for a high-performance trad shoe, the TC Pro is currently in a category of its own. In my opinion, the performance, comfort, and durability of the TC Pro are unmatched.