La Sportiva Tarantulace Climbing Shoe
4.3 rating (3 reviews)The La Sportiva Tarantulace Climbing Shoe is a dependable all-around option for gym climbing, sport routes, and bouldering, with a supportive leather upper, adjustable lace fit, and forgiving feel for regular sessions.
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Product details
The La Sportiva Tarantulace Climbing Shoe is a dependable all-around option for gym climbing, sport routes, and bouldering, with a supportive leather upper, adjustable lace fit, and forgiving feel for regular sessions.
All-Around Climbing Performance
The La Sportiva Tarantulace is built for climbers who want one dependable shoe for gym sessions, sport routes, and bouldering. It balances support, comfort, and durability for frequent use without feeling overly technical.
- Supportive feel for longer routes
- Forgiving design for gym climbing and regular practice
- Durable construction for repeated sessions
Upper & Fit Feel
A leather upper gives the shoe a classic climbing-shoe feel, while the microfiber lacing harness helps secure the foot. The unlined construction keeps the fit close and direct.
- Leather face fabric upper
- Microfiber lacing harness
- Unlined interior
Adjustable Lace Closure
The lace-up design allows more adjustability than a simple slip-on closure, making it easier to fine-tune pressure across the foot. That adjustability is useful whether you’re warming up in the gym or tying in for a longer route.
- Adjustable lace closure
- Customizable tension over the instep
- Secure fit for varied climbing days
Recommended Use
This shoe is intended for sport climbing, bouldering, and indoor training. It’s a practical choice for climbers who value comfort and consistency across a wide range of problems and routes.
- Best for sport climbing, bouldering, and gym use
- Suited to regular training sessions
- Good option for climbers seeking dependable performance
Tech specs
- Brand
- La Sportiva
- Product Type
- Sport & bouldering climbing shoe
- Upper Material
- Leather face fabric
- Lacing Harness
- Microfiber
- Lining
- Unlined
- Closure
- Lace
- Color
- Olive/Tiger
- Available Sizes
- 36.0–44.0
Care and maintenance
Brush away dirt after use and let footwear air dry away from direct heat. Reapply water-repellent treatment when the upper starts absorbing moisture.
Shipping and returns
Free shipping for orders over $70. Unused gear can be returned within 30 days.
Questions and answers
Is this a good shoe for newer climbers?
Yes. The Tarantulace is a forgiving, supportive climbing shoe that works well for gym sessions while still being capable enough for sport routes and bouldering.
What type of climbing is it best for?
It’s designed as an all-around sport and bouldering shoe, so it can handle gym climbing, longer routes, and regular training days without feeling overly specialized.
Why choose the lace version?
The lace closure lets you fine-tune tension across the foot, which is helpful for dialing in a snug fit for different climbing sessions.
How should I think about fit?
The upper uses leather with a microfiber lacing harness and is unlined, so expect a close climbing-shoe feel rather than the roomy fit of everyday footwear.
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