Andrea Boldrini T-Rex
Andrea Boldrini
The T-Rex is a medium-soft, slightly downturned lace shoe from Andrea Boldrini for sport climbing and trad and multi-pitch. Andrea Boldrini lists it as medium-width with a medium heel.
Lace-up all-rounder with a slightly downturned profile for vertical and slab terrain. Moderate feel and standard volume accommodate a range of foot shapes. A good entry point for climbers wanting precision lacing on sport and multi-pitch trad routes.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the T-Rex ranks in the top 27% for comfort, the top 35% for crack climbing and the top 37% for support.
Strengths & Trade-offs
T-Rex strengths
- Low-angle design for vertical terrain and slabs
- Lace-up closure dials in a precise fit
- Medium flex that doesn't commit to one climbing style
T-Rex trade-offs
- Only slightly downturned, so it gives less power on steep walls
- First fit is essentially the permanent fit
How the T-Rex fits
Expect minimal stretch. Andrea Boldrini's size chart puts this model's F5 last at your street size; the maker says a slightly snug fit favours comfort and a tighter one gains precision on small holds.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.44 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Tanta (0.36, softer) and the Scarpa Vapor LV (0.51, stiffer).
T-Rex specifications
| Brand | Andrea Boldrini |
| Model | T-Rex |
| Closure | Lace |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium soft |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 390 g (13.8 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Formula Enduro |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Hard |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the T-Rex costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the T-Rex in stock right now.
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