Our verdict
Sporting the vegan-friendly Oasi LV from Tenaya means covering vertical miles in tons of comfort. Wearing this well-fitting climbing piece also translates to sends where surface traction comes in heaps. This durable shoe, however, might not be the best choice for climbers who highly value easy access in their footwear.
Pros
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- Superior stickiness
- Durable
- Aesthetically pleasing
- Versatile
Cons
- Excellent traction on different types of terrain
Excellent traction on different types of terrain
The Tenaya Oasi LV is a product whose strengths make it a brilliant companion in which to send daring routes. It is a solid option if you:
- Look for a climbing shoe that gives wearers a combination of comfort and precision in every send attempt.
- Need a climbing shoe that is considered a vegan-friendly rock climbing shoe.
- Prefer a climbing shoe that allows the shoe to adapt to rocks (or protrusions) of different shapes and sizes.
Excellent traction on different types of terrain
The Oasi LV provides surefootedness on different types of terrain with its heavy-duty Vibram XS Grip outsole. It has a thickness of 3.5 mm.
It has a thickness of 3.5 mm. It has a cutout around the arch zone for extra flexibility underfoot
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Comfortable cushioning
Zonal support in the Tenaya Oasi LV comes from its two-part midsole. It is a unit made up of GI 1.8 and TST 150. It is paired with a 2D multi-layer footbed, called Stretchtex.
Breathable
Encapsulating the foot in the Tenaya Oasi LV is its low-cut synthetic upper. Its interior is unlined. Making contact with the instep is a breathable bellows tongue made of dual-layered textile courtesy of Lycra.
Provides extra abrasion protection and enhanced climbing security
The upper’s lower perimeter is wrapped in a hard-wearing rand whose presence not only grants extra abrasion protection but also enhances climbing security.
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There is also a patch of rand engineered at its inner toe box for additional toe-hooking grip. Expediting on and off is the shoe’s pair of heel pull loops.
Secure lockdown
Rounding out the Oasi LV’s upper is its proprietary Draxtor lockdown system. It consists of D-rings for eyelets, a synthetic strap, and a securing tab built with hook-and-loop fasteners.
