Help!

[u/New-Berry-2732]

Hi, I’m struggling to transition to my second pair of climbing shoes. My first is the La Sportiva Mythos, they are snug and comfy, my street size is 39 and they are a 37.5 (but they don’t look that small next to my everyday shoes). I have slim feet and have tried quite a few shoes, buying online and returning. I got close to ordering La Sportiva Kubo in 38.5 but went on holiday so held off. While on hold in Denmark I went to a climbing shop and the attendant convinced me to go Scarpa Vapor V in a 40. They are shorter than my Mythos and a bit painful but she said no pain no gain and that they would stretch…Have worn them at home for brief periods last 3 days and they are still sore. Should I persevere / is there any hope?

[u/Ok_Math_7331]

I would say it is even too big for you :)

They will definitely stretch, but you should climb in them for a while to get them to stretch. Usually, it takes 3-5 climbing sessions to feel comfortable in your climbing shoes.

Personally, I’m using 2 pairs of Scarpa shoes: Instinct VS and Instinct VS laces. Both are 44 EU, meanwhile, my street shoe size is 46.5. And I feel that I can downsize them even more.

You also need to remember that Mythos is a super flat shoe and non non-aggressive and non-asymmetrical. Meanwhile, Scarpa Vapor V is mid-range aggressive, and asymmetrical.

[u/New-Berry-2732 → u/Ok_Math_7331]

Thanks, I just wanted to be sure I hadn’t made the wrong choice, I’m going to give them a proper chance :)

[u/Ok_Math_7331 → u/New-Berry-2732]

Just give it a go. Try to tolerate pain a little bit. It’s normal for climbing shoes to be uncomfortable, soon they will become much more comfy.

[u/New-Berry-2732 → u/Ok_Math_7331]

👍🏻 thanks. I got too used to the comfort of my Mythos! but I know they are now holding me back