La Sportiva Mythos Vibram XS Edge Climbing Shoe - Men's

4.8 out of 5 stars 29 customer reviews
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  • Synthetic
  • Patented lacing system provides a locked down fit
  • Unlined upper stretches to fit every foot
  • Dry-Best? technology in tongue wicks moisture away from the skin and keeps you cool, dry and comfortable
  • LaspoFlex midsole is a super lightweight synthetic fiber-laminate designed for maximum torsion rigidity
  • Vibram? XS Edge sole is exceptionally resistant to deformation on razor sharp edges and it will not creep when smearing

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FEATURES of the La Sportiva Men's Mythos Shoe Patented lacing system provides a locked down fit Unlined upper stretches to fit every foot Dry-Best? technology in tongue wicks moisture away from the skin and keeps you cool, dry and comfortable LaspoFlex midsole is a super lightweight synthetic fiber-laminate designed for maximum torsion rigidity Vibram? XS Edge sole is exceptionally resistant to deformation on razor sharp edges and it will not creep when smearing Full vibram rubber rand coverage for sticky protection

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    5.0 out of 5 starsComfortable, solid performers
    By Cajuncheese on July 31, 2014
    When we joined our rock gym nine months ago, I scoured reviews of climbing shoes on several websites. The consensus was that the Mythos are comfortable enough for all-day crag climbing, and still solid performers. The next time at the gym, I paid attention to what people were wearing, and we saw Mythos on many feet. My wife and I both bought these and have no regrets.

    Because they are natural leather, these don't stink up the way that synthetic does. (Our kids have synthetic shoes, and they quickly smelled like death). Still, climbing shoes are notorious for eventual stinkitude. We treat ours with Gear Aid Rank Away Odor Eliminator which is working well.

    Leather stretches out - a lot - which could either make these shoes more comfortable, or too loose over time. Almost every review we read of the Mythos urged us to order ours sized too small. I averaged the down-size recommendations on all the reviews I could find, and the average recommendation was -1.5 US sizes from our true size, which is what we ended up doing (n = about 40 reviews, range -0.5 to -2.5 US sizes; the dude who recommended -2.5 sizes clearly has a foot-binding fantasy). The first two weeks were painful, but having now had ours for nine months they've stretched out to a mostly comfortable size - but we think just -1 US size would have been perfect. Note: the Mythos come in European sizes, so you will have to convert back and forth.

    We eventually upgraded the old-fashioned laces on our Mythos with Nathan Shoe Lock Laces because the laces tended to come undone mid-climb. Who wants to retie their shoelaces halfway up a wall? We worried that the elasticity of the lock laces wouldn't work, but they turned out to add to the comfort.
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    5.0 out of 5 starsThis shoe does everything well!
    By GearGeek on September 2, 2010
    This shoes is great for beginners and experts alike. Super comfortable. One of the best shoes for crack climbing because of the narrow toe profile. Also great all around shoe for edging and smearing. I normally wear Size 10 (Euro 43) and have low volume feet. Mythos in size 42 fit well with toes totally flat for comfort and crack climbing. 41.5 had my big toe still flat and the other toes just slightly bent. 41 my big toe was just slightly bent and the others bent a little more. 40.5 fit tight with toes moderately curled. These shoes are all leather so I expect them to stretch quite a bit. Impeccable Italian workmanship. The price is a bit higher, but I'm told they'll last longer, and you'll get more resoles out of them, making them actually a better value. As with any climbing shoe, proper fit is very personal, and I don't recommend buying them online unless you've tried them before. Disclosure: I work for a climbing shop that sells these.
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    5.0 out of 5 starsThe BEST climbing shoes
    By S. Vijayaraghavan on July 26, 2013
    Size: 43.5 M EUColor: Terra Verified Purchase
    These shoes are by far the best I have worn. I have become a much better climber now that I can trust the grip on my feet 100%, and since these shoes fit my feet so well.

    (I previously wore discount 5.10 and a mad-rock shoes) This is definitely worth the high price.

    As far as fit goes, always try on climbing shoes before buying - Each brand's sizing is *vastly* different.

    Very durable upper, and it should last several re-soleings.
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    4.0 out of 5 starscomfortable
    By dpgraham on April 28, 2013
    Size: 42 M EUColor: Terra
    This shoe is so comfortable, I can climb then get right back to belaying without taking my shoes off (yes i know climbing shoes are supposed to be tight) but these are just that comfortable. They're also great for outdoor climbing (top rope and lead). BUT ON A DIFFERENT NOTE they are not the most aggressive toed shoe for bouldering. I've had mine for about 8 months and I wear them probably 4 times a week and the rubber on the sides started peeling pretty early, so durability is not the strongest but it's fine. NOTE buy a half size smaller than usual, they stretch a little bit after breaking them in.
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    5.0 out of 5 starsGREAT MID LEVEL SHOE FOR A GREAT PRICE!
    By Chris Maniscalco on September 20, 2014
    Size: 42 M EUColor: Terra Verified Purchase
    These shoes have been awesome. They arrived quickly and fit perfectly. My old pair climbing shoes had velcro and after about a year I wasn't able to get them as tight as I like, that hasn't been an issue at all so far.
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    5.0 out of 5 starsWho knew a climbing shoe could be comfortable?
    By Gus Glitz on December 20, 2014
    Size: 42 M EUColor: Terra Verified Purchase
    I'm a casual climber who has worn these shoes for indoor only climbing for about six months.The shoe works well and is very comfortable. It provides the support I need when climbing, and unlike other shoes, I'm not dying to take them off after two hours of wear.
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    5.0 out of 5 starsMade in Italia with pride.
    By John W. Matney on December 22, 2015
    I'm a 60 year old newbie climber. Took some lessons and spend 1-2 days in the gym on the wall or bouldering. The synthetic rental shoes I used the first time just killed my feet. So with that in mind, I hauled myself over to the REI and spent an hour trying on shoes. These were the winners. The reviews are accurate-the soft leather will stretch after 3-4 hours of climbing. So I bought one size down (7.5 US size) and by the 2nd day of climbing, the fit was tight, but I didn't have the urge to yank them off after I came off the wall. The rubber outsole was stiff enough so I could stand on the smallest of toeholds and the sole was sticky enough so smearing worked well too. I'm pretty sure that wearing these on granite would trash the shoes in no time. Still, I won't be ready for outdoor climbing until the summer and these will work well for now. Finally, the price at $ 135 initially seemed high, but then I spend as much or more for running shoes and they're not made of nice leather.
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    Most Recent Customer Reviews

    4.0 out of 5 starsComfortable climbing shoes, not-aggressive, perhaps a half-size bigger...

    Really great climbing shoes. They excel in comfort, wearability, durability and ease of taking on/off. They're NOT aggressive shoes. Read more

    Published 1 month ago by BKH
    4.0 out of 5 starsGreat shoe for all day comfort

    Great all day shoe. In my opinion these shoes are great for two purposes, long long big wall climbs where you need the support and comfort but won't need the sensitivity of a... Read more

    Published 2 months ago by J mccaffrey
    5.0 out of 5 starsCinderella's slipper

    I ordered a 41 (8.5). My street size is usually a 9, though I can wear an 8.5 as well. I went off the recommendation to go one size down, since my euro size would've been a 42. Read more

    Published 2 months ago by D. Krysl
    5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

    Great!!

    Published 2 months ago by Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 starsSo comfy

    As a beginner, I really like these shoes. I like the feel that the leather gives once it's stretched out a bit. I went with the advice on here to size down. Read more

    Published 3 months ago by Mark Twain
    4.0 out of 5 starsAlways try a climbing shoe on to make sure it fits.

    Good lesson in not buying climbing shoes without trying them on in a store. Great shoe but I'll need a size or so smaller.

    Published 7 months ago by BS Publishing
    5.0 out of 5 starsThese shoes are wonderful. They are my go to shoe for crack ...

    These shoes are wonderful. They are my go to shoe for crack climbing/all day multi pitch. These things are legendary, nothing i am going to say that hasn't been said before.

    Published 11 months ago by Whatiliketodosometimes
    5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

    Great climbing shoes, all day comfort, conforms to shape of foot, not cramped

    Published 13 months ago by Wong M.
    5.0 out of 5 starsstraight forward

    Got what I wanted - a more comfortable, good quality climbing shoe

    Published 14 months ago by Brian
    5.0 out of 5 starsHappy utah boulderer

    Started at 45.5 (I'm a mens 12.5 US for normal shoes) and after trying on 3 different sizes and returning them I settled on 42.5. Read more

    Published 15 months ago by provoclimber

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