Andrea Boldrini Pantera AB
Andrea Boldrini
The Pantera AB is a midsole-free, aggressively downturned velcro shoe from Andrea Boldrini for bouldering and sport climbing. Andrea Boldrini lists it as narrow-width with a narrow heel.
Aggressively downturned velcro shoe built for bouldering and sport climbing. Strong asymmetry and soft feel concentrate power at the big toe on steep terrain. No midsole maximizes sensitivity. Formula Tractor rubber handles both gym holds and outdoor rock.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on roof terrain. Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Pantera AB ranks in the top 3% for hooking, the top 9% for sensitivity and the top 15% for pocket climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Pantera AB strengths
- Steep profile excels on overhanging routes
- Nothing complicated about the closure
- Medium rubber hardness for general-purpose climbing
- Thin-feeling platform for maximum ground contact
- Light at 390g (pair) for less fatigue
Pantera AB trade-offs
- Cramped toe box limits all-day comfort
- Feet fatigue faster without midsole support
- Aggressive fit is punishing for newer climbers
How the Pantera AB fits
Expect minimal stretch. Andrea Boldrini's size chart puts this model's F6 last about two sizes below your street size; for more room, the maker suggests the next size up. Best for narrow to medium feet.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests two sizes down from street size.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.30 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Theory (0.24, softer) and the La Sportiva Skwama (0.33, stiffer).
Pantera AB specifications
| Brand | Andrea Boldrini |
| Model | Pantera AB |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | None |
| Midsole Stiffness | None |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 390 g (13.8 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Formula Tractor |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Pantera AB costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Pantera AB in stock right now.
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