ProView – Black Diamond Method S Climbing Shoes Review

I had a great time trying out the Black Diamond Method S in a variety of conditions and rock types. It surprised me in many ways, and I feel like it will be a big hit for gym climbers and crag hoppers alike. They filled the Method S with modern features to satisfy hard bouldering efforts, but it is still comfortable enough for long and steep pitches. I would have loved for the “Men’s” shoe to be a little wider in the midfoot and toe box, or maybe they could have adopted “Low Volume” and “High Volume” instead of Men’s and Women’s like other climbing brands. The heel took some getting used to for me, but I am sure many people will love the feel. Overall, the Method S feels like a “Jack of All Trades” but includes some sneaky mastery as well.