Andrea Boldrini Lynx
Andrea Boldrini
The Lynx is a medium-stiff, flat-lasted lace shoe from Andrea Boldrini for trad and multi-pitch. Andrea Boldrini lists it as medium-width with a medium heel.
A high-top lace-up built for long days in cracks and on big walls. The Lynx extends above the ankle to protect the malleolus from jamming abrasion. The flat profile and relaxed rand keep toes comfortable through multi-pitch sessions, while a full midsole provides the support needed for standing on small edges hour after hour. Tubular lace loops speed up tightening, and the 4.5mm Formula Tractor sole is hard-wearing enough for granite rough-housing. 100% microfiber upper, handmade in France.
Best For
Best for trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Lynx ranks in the top 1% for crack climbing, the top 9% for comfort and the top 12% for support.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Lynx strengths
- Comfort-first shape that works for hours on end
- Laces distribute pressure evenly over the top of the foot
- Medium rubber hardness for general-purpose climbing
Lynx trade-offs
- Synthetic won't stretch to accommodate sizing mistakes
How the Lynx fits
Expect minimal stretch: the microfiber upper is made not to stretch, so the size that fits at the first try-on is the one to buy. Andrea Boldrini's size chart puts this model's F1 last, built for flat toes, about one and a half sizes below your street size.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; moderate break-in; manufacturer suggests one and a half sizes down from street size.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.52 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, softer) and the La Sportiva Tarantula (0.59, stiffer).
Lynx specifications
| Brand | Andrea Boldrini |
| Model | Lynx |
| Closure | Lace |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | High |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 480 g (16.9 oz) |
| Break-in | Moderate |
| Rubber | Formula Tractor |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Lynx costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Lynx in stock right now.
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