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/quizikal]

They actually look a bit big compared to your foot. 

It's normal to have a little discomfort but not pain. Typically it can take a couple of sessions to break them in and they will get a bit more comfortable 

[u/New-Berry-2732 → u/quizikal]

Thanks :) that makes me think I should persevere and maybe it’s just the material that’s hard and it will soften. I don’t think I could go smaller!

[u/Temporary_Spread7882 → u/New-Berry-2732]

If it’s not “discomfort” but “pain” while looking big, you may also simply have a shape issue. Not all shoes fit all feet, even if technically the size is the correct one.

[u/ncrypted_ → u/Temporary_Spread7882]

Thissss