Tenaya Iati Climbing shoes-37.5
Tenaya designed the aggressive Iati Climbing Shoe for a versatile performance on overhung routes and hard boulder problems on any type of rock. RB Range X Technology assists with dynamic movements and slow, static ones. SXRDynamics wraps rubber around the heel to ensure a long-lasting, secure fit. The upper is comprised of leather, microfiber mesh, and Lycra at the tongue for a traditional-yet-innovative performance. The Iati also has a breathable cotton lining with a TXT treatment for smooth comfort. Tenaya equipped the Iati with a Draxtor fastener for a snug fit from heel-to-toe. The multi-layer stretch flex footbed, GI midsole, and additional TST 150 midsole provide resilient stiffness to keep the Iati aggressively downturned for life. Tenaya turned to Vibram's ever-reliable XS Grip rubber to give the sole the same grip that the most popular climbing shoes have.
Tenaya designed the aggressive Iati Climbing Shoe for a versatile performance on overhung routes and hard boulder problems on any type of rock. RB Range X Technology assists with dynamic movements and slow, static ones. SXRDynamics wraps rubber around the heel to ensure a long-lasting, secure fit. The upper is comprised of leather, microfiber mesh, and Lycra at the tongue for a traditional-yet-innovative performance. The Iati also has a breathable cotton lining with a TXT treatment for smooth comfort. Tenaya equipped the Iati with a Draxtor fastener for a snug fit from heel-to-toe. The multi-layer stretch flex footbed, GI midsole, and additional TST 150 midsole provide resilient stiffness to keep the Iati aggressively downturned for life. Tenaya turned to Vibram's ever-reliable XS Grip rubber to give the sole the same grip that the most popular climbing shoes have.
Tenaya designed the aggressive Iati Climbing Shoe for a versatile performance on overhung routes and hard boulder problems on any type of rock. RB Range X Technology assists with dynamic movements and slow, static ones. SXRDynamics wraps rubber around the heel to ensure a long-lasting, secure fit. The upper is comprised of leather, microfiber mesh, and Lycra at the tongue for a traditional-yet-innovative performance. The Iati also has a breathable cotton lining with a TXT treatment for smooth comfort. Tenaya equipped the Iati with a Draxtor fastener for a snug fit from heel-to-toe. The multi-layer stretch flex footbed, GI midsole, and additional TST 150 midsole provide resilient stiffness to keep the Iati aggressively downturned for life. Tenaya turned to Vibram's ever-reliable XS Grip rubber to give the sole the same grip that the most popular climbing shoes have.
Tenaya designed the aggressive Iati Climbing Shoe for a versatile performance on overhung routes and hard boulder problems on any type of rock. RB Range X Technology assists with dynamic movements and slow, static ones. SXRDynamics wraps rubber around the heel to ensure a long-lasting, secure fit. The upper is comprised of leather, microfiber mesh, and Lycra at the tongue for a traditional-yet-innovative performance. The Iati also has a breathable cotton lining with a TXT treatment for smooth comfort. Tenaya equipped the Iati with a Draxtor fastener for a snug fit from heel-to-toe. The multi-layer stretch flex footbed, GI midsole, and additional TST 150 midsole provide resilient stiffness to keep the Iati aggressively downturned for life. Tenaya turned to Vibram's ever-reliable XS Grip rubber to give the sole the same grip that the most popular climbing shoes have.
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Tenaya Iati climbing shoes-37.5
Delivery by 20 May $64.36
Tenaya Iati Unisex Climbing Shoes - Red - US M5.5/W6.5
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Tenaya Iati Climbing Shoe (US Size: 5.5)
Free delivery between 13–20 May
originally posted on backcountrygear.com
I have climbed for a while, and have had various shoes over the years. All of which were uncomfortable, and it was only the level of discomfort that varied with them. It is very hard to concentrate on your climbing when your feet are in agony. I have a fairly typical foot, medium width. I wear a womens euro 36 in most street shoes. I ordered this shoe in a mens size 5 which is a womens size 6. These shoes arrived, and opened the box and put them on. I couldn't believe how well they fit and how comfortable they felt. Yes it is a snug performance fit, but there is no pain and no pressure spots. I can't wait to use them. Tenaya, it is my new favorite brand.
originally posted on moosejaw.com
These shoes are one of the most underrated out there in the “do it all, intermediate shoe) realm. I’ve taken them both outdoors and indoors (both sport climb and bouldering). I mostly use them for the gym which they have performed admirably on small edges and slick downward turned foot holds. The soles are no doubt some of the stickiest soles i’ve climbed in. Just rubbing your finger across the shoe you can feel groves kinda like a tired, but you obviously can’t see them. Because of this sole, you can smear with confidence and also stem on dihedrals style routes. They are a tad bit down turn, but in my experience with extended/consistant use, it does flatten out a bit. They aren’t the most aggressive shoe, but have more than enough grunt for hard sport climbs and ... MoreThese shoes are one of the most underrated out there in the “do it all, intermediate shoe) realm. I’ve taken them both outdoors and indoors (both sport climb and bouldering). I mostly use them for the gym which they have performed admirably on small edges and slick downward turned foot holds. The soles are no doubt some of the stickiest soles i’ve climbed in. Just rubbing your finger across the shoe you can feel groves kinda like a tired, but you obviously can’t see them. Because of this sole, you can smear with confidence and also stem on dihedrals style routes. They are a tad bit down turn, but in my experience with extended/consistant use, it does flatten out a bit. They aren’t the most aggressive shoe, but have more than enough grunt for hard sport climbs and stout bouldering routes. I have many other positives I’d like to add, but I’ll just mention one more. The comfort…these things are rather comfortable out of the box. For an intermediate all arounder shoes these things give you the same comfort a maybe more neutral shoe would feel without sacrificing any performance. That being said, a neutral shoe will alway be more comfortable and these are probably 2nd in line. I had to take them off when first breaking in (I sized down 1 full size, I’ll get into sizing later) maybe around 3 times in a 3 hour session. I was able to tolerate wearing them way longer than any comparable intermediate climbing shoe. It really doesn’t take too long to break in and well once they do, they become THE most comfortable shoe. Once broken in I feel they stretch a very small bit and by that I mean maybe less than .5 a size. So now about sizing in these. In my opinion the sizing was a bit tricky. I had to buy 4 sizes because Tenaya has been one company where their climbing shoes have a reputation to run both large and small with each model. My US street shoe size is a size 10 (43 Euro) and I found sizing 1 size down worked for me. It had a small break in period, it did feel tight but not painfully tight. Once stretched it fits perfectly! In my opinion if you want it to fit like a glove size 1 down. And if want a fit for more tough bouldering and overhung routes, I’d highly recommend sizing 2 full sizes. And if all you want is comfort with minimal to no break in period, I’d size .5 down from your US street shoe size. I also purchased these in a size US 8 (41EU) which is 2 full sizes from my normal shoe size and they fit tight! I’m not in agony but they are tight and have to but I must take them off after each route to relieve some of the press
originally posted on backcountrygear.com
It's hard for me to find wall-shredding tires for these long, narrow, flat, size 14 (48 - 48.5) feet. I've been rocking La Sportiva Mythos (size 46.5) since I started climbing 1.5yrs ago, and I love them, but they're not the most technical shoes on the planet. I looked for more aggressive, technical, bouldering/sport climbing shoes but there aren't many that are made in my size. First I tried the Scarpa Instinct size 48 - just the right length, but way too much room in the forefoot. There was nothing to be done about that. Then the Butora Acro Blue (low-volume, last season) size 14 - pretty good volume wise, but waaaaay too short for my tootsies. They're sized really small. So I gave these Iati a shot in size 13.5 (I tried 13 but they were too short length wise). ... MoreIt's hard for me to find wall-shredding tires for these long, narrow, flat, size 14 (48 - 48.5) feet. I've been rocking La Sportiva Mythos (size 46.5) since I started climbing 1.5yrs ago, and I love them, but they're not the most technical shoes on the planet. I looked for more aggressive, technical, bouldering/sport climbing shoes but there aren't many that are made in my size. First I tried the Scarpa Instinct size 48 - just the right length, but way too much room in the forefoot. There was nothing to be done about that. Then the Butora Acro Blue (low-volume, last season) size 14 - pretty good volume wise, but waaaaay too short for my tootsies. They're sized really small. So I gave these Iati a shot in size 13.5 (I tried 13 but they were too short length wise). These are just the right length to not cause cramps, have a bit too much room in the forefoot but the lacing system keeps everything tight, and have a bit of room on either side under my ankle but the heel cup still stays put thanks to those laces. Speaking of those lacing straps, they do take a bit of finagling to get right, but once you do you're in good shape. You can crank down on the forefoot and arch separately, and there's a big enough velcro patch to allow for micro adjustments as your feet swell throughout the day. They even give you a pair of individual velcro straps if you'd rather ditch the single strap and customize it some more. If I remember correctly, Tenaya says that their unlined leather shoes can stretch up to 1/2 size, and they've definitely broken in nicely after a few sessions without becoming sloppy. My edging ability has increased related to the Mythos, but while you can smear in the Iatis, it's not particularly comfortable. For everything else you're good to go!
| Uppers | Microfibre Leather |
| Closure System | Velcro, patented Draxtor system |
| Lining | TXT treated cotton |
| Sole | Vibram XS Grip 3.5mm |
Tenaya Iati climbing shoes-37.5
Delivery by 20 May $64.36
Tenaya Iati Unisex Climbing Shoes - Red - US M5.5/W6.5
Free delivery
Tenaya Iati Climbing Shoe (US Size: 5.5)
Free delivery between 13–20 May
I have climbed for a while, and have had various shoes over the years. All of which were uncomfortable, and it was only the level of discomfort that varied with them. It is very hard to concentrate on your climbing when your feet are in agony. I have a fairly typical foot, medium width. I wear a womens euro 36 in most street shoes. I ordered this shoe in a mens size 5 which is a womens size 6. These shoes arrived, and opened the box and put them on. I couldn't believe how well they fit and how comfortable they felt. Yes it is a snug performance fit, but there is no pain and no pressure spots. I can't wait to use them. Tenaya, it is my new favorite brand.
These shoes are one of the most underrated out there in the “do it all, intermediate shoe) realm. I’ve taken them both outdoors and indoors (both sport climb and bouldering). I mostly use them for the gym which they have performed admirably on small edges and slick downward turned foot holds. The soles are no doubt some of the stickiest soles i’ve climbed in. Just rubbing your finger across the shoe you can feel groves kinda like a tired, but you obviously can’t see them. Because of this sole, you can smear with confidence and also stem on dihedrals style routes. They are a tad bit down turn, but in my experience with extended/consistant use, it does flatten out a bit. They aren’t the most aggressive shoe, but have more than enough grunt for hard sport climbs and ... MoreThese shoes are one of the most underrated out there in the “do it all, intermediate shoe) realm. I’ve taken them both outdoors and indoors (both sport climb and bouldering). I mostly use them for the gym which they have performed admirably on small edges and slick downward turned foot holds. The soles are no doubt some of the stickiest soles i’ve climbed in. Just rubbing your finger across the shoe you can feel groves kinda like a tired, but you obviously can’t see them. Because of this sole, you can smear with confidence and also stem on dihedrals style routes. They are a tad bit down turn, but in my experience with extended/consistant use, it does flatten out a bit. They aren’t the most aggressive shoe, but have more than enough grunt for hard sport climbs and stout bouldering routes. I have many other positives I’d like to add, but I’ll just mention one more. The comfort…these things are rather comfortable out of the box. For an intermediate all arounder shoes these things give you the same comfort a maybe more neutral shoe would feel without sacrificing any performance. That being said, a neutral shoe will alway be more comfortable and these are probably 2nd in line. I had to take them off when first breaking in (I sized down 1 full size, I’ll get into sizing later) maybe around 3 times in a 3 hour session. I was able to tolerate wearing them way longer than any comparable intermediate climbing shoe. It really doesn’t take too long to break in and well once they do, they become THE most comfortable shoe. Once broken in I feel they stretch a very small bit and by that I mean maybe less than .5 a size. So now about sizing in these. In my opinion the sizing was a bit tricky. I had to buy 4 sizes because Tenaya has been one company where their climbing shoes have a reputation to run both large and small with each model. My US street shoe size is a size 10 (43 Euro) and I found sizing 1 size down worked for me. It had a small break in period, it did feel tight but not painfully tight. Once stretched it fits perfectly! In my opinion if you want it to fit like a glove size 1 down. And if want a fit for more tough bouldering and overhung routes, I’d highly recommend sizing 2 full sizes. And if all you want is comfort with minimal to no break in period, I’d size .5 down from your US street shoe size. I also purchased these in a size US 8 (41EU) which is 2 full sizes from my normal shoe size and they fit tight! I’m not in agony but they are tight and have to but I must take them off after each route to relieve some of the press
It's hard for me to find wall-shredding tires for these long, narrow, flat, size 14 (48 - 48.5) feet. I've been rocking La Sportiva Mythos (size 46.5) since I started climbing 1.5yrs ago, and I love them, but they're not the most technical shoes on the planet. I looked for more aggressive, technical, bouldering/sport climbing shoes but there aren't many that are made in my size. First I tried the Scarpa Instinct size 48 - just the right length, but way too much room in the forefoot. There was nothing to be done about that. Then the Butora Acro Blue (low-volume, last season) size 14 - pretty good volume wise, but waaaaay too short for my tootsies. They're sized really small. So I gave these Iati a shot in size 13.5 (I tried 13 but they were too short length wise). ... MoreIt's hard for me to find wall-shredding tires for these long, narrow, flat, size 14 (48 - 48.5) feet. I've been rocking La Sportiva Mythos (size 46.5) since I started climbing 1.5yrs ago, and I love them, but they're not the most technical shoes on the planet. I looked for more aggressive, technical, bouldering/sport climbing shoes but there aren't many that are made in my size. First I tried the Scarpa Instinct size 48 - just the right length, but way too much room in the forefoot. There was nothing to be done about that. Then the Butora Acro Blue (low-volume, last season) size 14 - pretty good volume wise, but waaaaay too short for my tootsies. They're sized really small. So I gave these Iati a shot in size 13.5 (I tried 13 but they were too short length wise). These are just the right length to not cause cramps, have a bit too much room in the forefoot but the lacing system keeps everything tight, and have a bit of room on either side under my ankle but the heel cup still stays put thanks to those laces. Speaking of those lacing straps, they do take a bit of finagling to get right, but once you do you're in good shape. You can crank down on the forefoot and arch separately, and there's a big enough velcro patch to allow for micro adjustments as your feet swell throughout the day. They even give you a pair of individual velcro straps if you'd rather ditch the single strap and customize it some more. If I remember correctly, Tenaya says that their unlined leather shoes can stretch up to 1/2 size, and they've definitely broken in nicely after a few sessions without becoming sloppy. My edging ability has increased related to the Mythos, but while you can smear in the Iatis, it's not particularly comfortable. For everything else you're good to go!
I got these shoes about a month ago and have probably climbed about 10 times since then. The first few times I went, my big toe was in on-and-off pain throughout the sessions as the shoes were causing it to curl, not completely but a bit. I was worried because synthetic shoes are not supposed to break in nearly as much as leather. I kept them because I was worried sizing up would make the heel of the shoe, which already feels not quite suction-cuppy, unusable. Their sizing chart is really good, I just leaned on the tighter side. I was a V5, maaaybe V6 climber before getting these shoes. After those first few sessions, and the pain all but subsiding, I climbed my first V7 and I don't cruise V6's but I can do them. Despite the feeling of looseness in the heel (for ... MoreI got these shoes about a month ago and have probably climbed about 10 times since then. The first few times I went, my big toe was in on-and-off pain throughout the sessions as the shoes were causing it to curl, not completely but a bit. I was worried because synthetic shoes are not supposed to break in nearly as much as leather. I kept them because I was worried sizing up would make the heel of the shoe, which already feels not quite suction-cuppy, unusable. Their sizing chart is really good, I just leaned on the tighter side. I was a V5, maaaybe V6 climber before getting these shoes. After those first few sessions, and the pain all but subsiding, I climbed my first V7 and I don't cruise V6's but I can do them. Despite the feeling of looseness in the heel (for me), I haven't had any issues with placing it. Also, minor complaint but I find the shoes hard to take off, maybe because I should have half-sized up. I recommend these shoes for their stiffness, aggressive design/performance, ease of strapping mechanism, and cause they are very attractive.
After looking into a lot of different climbing shoes, I chose the Tenaya Iati. The shoe is very comfortable and a great climbing shoe for overall climbing. There is only a small downturn to the shoe but it is enough for sticking to small footholds and I've had no problems using the shoe for overhang routes. Break in period for the shoe was about three sessions, there is no dead space in the shoe and it fits very well. It's very easy to put on and take off thanks to the slipper style of the shoe. The shoe is designed for people with a narrow-medium width foot. As reference I wear a 10-10.5 street shoe and bought size 42.5, which personally is a perfect fit. I wouldn't go smaller or larger.
So, I purchased these as a follow-up to my favorite shoe, which is the Tenaya OASI. The IATI is the OASI with a redesigned heel, updated materials, and a full closure piece connecting the heel and toe. The IATI is supposed to be the sport climbing offering while the OASI specializes in bouldering. I primarily sport climb, so I blindly purchased these in the same size as my OASI. I found that the stiffer configuration of the revised materials led to a shoe that did not mold well to my foot. My pair of OASI fit perfectly after breaking them in and I have 100% confidence in my foot placement. Mid-route, I find myself needing to re-seat my heels in the IASI or else I have slippage and lose confidence in my foot placement.In general, it's a fine shoe, but I think it's ... MoreSo, I purchased these as a follow-up to my favorite shoe, which is the Tenaya OASI. The IATI is the OASI with a redesigned heel, updated materials, and a full closure piece connecting the heel and toe. The IATI is supposed to be the sport climbing offering while the OASI specializes in bouldering. I primarily sport climb, so I blindly purchased these in the same size as my OASI. I found that the stiffer configuration of the revised materials led to a shoe that did not mold well to my foot. My pair of OASI fit perfectly after breaking them in and I have 100% confidence in my foot placement. Mid-route, I find myself needing to re-seat my heels in the IASI or else I have slippage and lose confidence in my foot placement.In general, it's a fine shoe, but I think it's a downgrade from the OASI.
I've been using these shoes for 90% of my outdoor climbing for over 6 years with no end in sight.From tufas in El Salto, pockets in Lander, the 14-pitch Original Route on the Rainbow Wall in Red Rocks, and friction dependent micro-feet in Boulder Canyon... I have used them for it all. Other than the steepest of steep boulders or true crack climbing, these are my go to climbing shoes with I need power + precision.Great for those with a narrow heel or high arch - I have found these to be the most versatile, responsive, and comfortable performance shoe on the market.
Indoor and outdoor, these shoes can grip with finesse! A powerful shoe for bouldering and sport, but comfort is what makes these truly stick out from among the crowd. Performance without punishing your feet! Easy to slip on and fine-tune the fit, high breathability, and an odor-control fabric that works better than most. This shoe almost fits better than a glove... almost. For an average width foot, the heel box feels ever so slightly roomier than ideal. This might make the shoe better for people with wide feet, however, it hasn't seemed to affect the performance in any way, as the shoe is secured comfortably everywhere else on the foot. Tried a half size down at first, and my feet were unhappy. My street size ended up being snug without any pain. First time in a ... MoreIndoor and outdoor, these shoes can grip with finesse! A powerful shoe for bouldering and sport, but comfort is what makes these truly stick out from among the crowd. Performance without punishing your feet! Easy to slip on and fine-tune the fit, high breathability, and an odor-control fabric that works better than most. This shoe almost fits better than a glove... almost. For an average width foot, the heel box feels ever so slightly roomier than ideal. This might make the shoe better for people with wide feet, however, it hasn't seemed to affect the performance in any way, as the shoe is secured comfortably everywhere else on the foot. Tried a half size down at first, and my feet were unhappy. My street size ended up being snug without any pain. First time in a pair of Tenaya's, and it won't be the last time.
These shoes are fairly aggressive, while somehow still being super comfortable.I sized down about 2 sizes from my street shoe (9.5 down to 7.5) and they fit super well, and they have not stretched. I have mostly used them bouldering, both indoor and out, but they are comfortable enough to sport climb in as well. They edge super well, and are still soft enough to smear on harder slab. The toe patch is not the most robust or sticky, but it is enough to get the job done for most hard toe-hooks.If I was to only choose one shoe for sport climbing and bouldering, this would be the shoe.
These shoes have been amazing to be for the past six months. I upgraded from another pair of Tenayas and have a pair of Black Diamond Momentums as a backup shoe. Let me tell you, these have been amazing for all applications - bouldering, top roping, etc. I tend to use these shoes only indoors to save some tread, but I could tell you that they would probably work just as well out there.My favorite part is the stretchy liner and the Velcro enclosure. Those features make the shoes adjustable on the fly and comfortable for everyday climbing and extended sessions.
| Uppers | Microfibre Leather |
| Closure System | Velcro, patented Draxtor system |
| Lining | TXT treated cotton |
| Sole | Vibram XS Grip 3.5mm |
