Montrail Splitter HT Rock Climbing Shoes (For Men)

These are comfortable shoes, ggod for people with longer 2nd toes. They run small. I intentionally got mine looser than normal, for whole-day not-too-technical climbs, but even so: I wear a 38 or women’s 7.5 and I got these in 39.5 which is perfect for a comfortable fit; for more technical climbing I could go to 39, so still a size bigger than I’d normally wear (I tried both mens and womens, they all run small) They didn’t have the womens in my size, so I got the mens, which means that the heel digs into my achilles a bit). However, the biggest drawback is that after wearing only 5-6 times the rubber is already wearing off, and the rubber on the side is delaminating. I don't mind so much--for this price I’ll just resole them with the much stickier and better IMHO 5.10 rubber and/or just use them for crack climbing where a loose fit is ok!

I was so excited to get these shoes in, and wow, holy cow- they're incredibly painful. I know a climbing shoe should be quite snug, but sheesh, these are ridiculous. They look good, but they're so painful! I think the Montrail climbing shoes run a full size too small, I wear a 9 wms. and wanted a snugger fit so I got the 39.5 and it feels like I've crammed my foot into a wms 7! Not sure what I'll do. Probably buy different ones and sell these on[@]. :(

it is easily worn. you can never use this shoe hang your heel due to poor design. However, for the price, i would not return it. Beginner can use this shoe to upgrade your level, you can get a better one when this is worn.

The shoes were uncomfortable right out of the box, but the shoes are made of thermo-moldable foam. Follow the directions in the shoe box to mold the shoes to your feet and the shoes become very comfortable. I ordered a full size larger than what I normally wear and they fit perfectly. Have only tried it on indoor climbing so far, but I think it'll be okay for outdoor climbs as well.

I liked the fit and feel of these. They were great for learn to climb in. The leather ripped after only a few months of use.