Our verdict
Sporting the Street LV translates to ascents where security takes center stage. Indeed, the shoe in question has a level of stickiness underfoot that inspires confidence on the wall or rock. Besides traction, this piece also excels in the comfort, design, and weight categories. When it comes to craftsmanship, however, the rock shoe could be cleaner.
Pros
- Prefer a climbing shoe that gives senders a better feel of the surface
- Extraordinary design
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- Lightweight
- aggressive rock shoe
- Prefer a climbing shoe that provides extra snugness, especially for narrow-footed individuals
Cons
- Untidy finish
- Expensive
- Lack of ventilation
Prefer a climbing shoe that gives senders a better feel of the surface
The Track and field is a remarkable climbing gear both in utility and style. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a climbing shoe that gives senders a better feel of the surface.
- Track and field.
- Lack of ventilation.
Track and field's profile
Downturn. Track and field comes with an aggressive downturn. Its highly down-cambered toe box helps the foot which secures edges and pockets without requiring too much effort from the climber. As it drives the forefoot to curl, its level of comfort may only hold up in single-pitch projects.
Applications. Sport, trad, and bouldering are the types of climbs for which Street LV is made. It is used on steep terrain and verticals, whether indoors or outdoors. It is primarily an aggressive rock shoe for intermediate climbers.
Fit
The Street LV from So iLL is a low-top unisex climbing shoe with a low-volume fit. Men are advised to go up half a size for precision on higher-level ascents. Women, on the other hand, may need to go up a full size from their regular sneaker size for getting an accurate fit.
Within its confines, the foot may be forced to bend inward, thanks to the asymmetric last around which the shoe was engineered. It has little in the way of stretch. Its Velcro strapping system gives owners a customized and secure lockdown.
Prefer a climbing shoe that provides extra snugness, especially for narrow-footed individuals
Dark Matter is the name of the outsole responsible for providing climbers with adequate slip and skid resistance in Street LV. It is made of military-grade rubber, with an overall thickness of 3.5 millimeters.
Prefer a climbing shoe that gives senders a better feel of the surface
Support on tricky footholds comes from the shoe’s tough yet flexible midsole.
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It has an ultra-thin build, giving wearers underfoot sensitivity and protection at the same.
Lack of ventilation
The Track and field comes with a fully synthetic below-the-ankle upper. Fans of the climb can get in and out of it with relative ease using its pair of heel pull loops.
Comfortable cushioning
Comfort is heightened within its confines thanks to the shoe’s padded tongue and partly cotton, partly canvas liner.
Provides underfoot sensitivity and protection
Every inch of its base section is sufficiently randed that grants users a combination of traction and abrasion protection in every send attempt. The toe box also comes with a sticky patch for the same purpose.
Provides underfoot sensitivity and protection
Two highly adjustable straps make up the Street LV’s closure system. Both of these hook-and-loop straps are set through heavy-duty synthetic buckles.
Additional Info
- Excellent edging prowess.
