Andrea Boldrini Apache Light
Andrea Boldrini
The Apache Light is a soft, moderately downturned velcro shoe from Andrea Boldrini for sport climbing and trad and multi-pitch. Andrea Boldrini lists it as medium-width with a medium heel.
Built on Andrea Boldrini's signature performance platform, this Apache Light combines a moderately downturned profile with a velcro closure. Its soft feel and standard volume accommodate a range of foot shapes while maintaining support. Ideal for sport, trad and multi-pitch climbing, this shoe excels on technical terrain.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Apache Light ranks in the top 32% for support, the top 35% for comfort and the top 40% for edging.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Apache Light strengths
- Curved sole performs on sport without the pain
- Slip in, strap up, start climbing
- Soft and sensitive, so you feel small footholds
Apache Light trade-offs
- A single zig-zag strap allows less fine-tuning than two or three straps
How the Apache Light fits
Expect minimal stretch: the microfiber upper does not give, so the size that fits on the first try is the size you keep. Andrea Boldrini's size chart puts this model's F4 last about two and a half sizes below your street size; for more room, the maker suggests the next size up.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests 2.5 sizes down from street size.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.41 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Evolv V6 (0.34, softer) and the Scarpa Instinct (0.45, stiffer).
Apache Light specifications
| Brand | Andrea Boldrini |
| Model | Apache Light |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Soft |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 455 g (16.0 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Formula Tractor |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Apache Light costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Apache Light in stock right now.
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