Black Diamond Momentum Lace
Black Diamond
Balanced profile suits climbers who prioritize comfort without sacrificing performance. NeoFriction Fuse rubber with lace closure and moderate feel creates reliable grip and responsive feedback. Versatile fit works across different climbing styles and foot shapes.
Best For
Best for sport climbing, bouldering and trad multipitch on vertical and slab terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Straight shape keeps toes happy over long pitches
- Laces distribute pressure evenly over the top of the foot
- Medium-hardness rubber balances grip and durability
Trade-offs
- Won't soften and shape to your foot the way leather does
Sizing & Fit
True to size with minimal stretching expected.
Fit profile: narrow width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.44 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Evolv Defy (0.40, softer) and the Scarpa Origin VS (0.50, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Black Diamond |
| Model | Momentum Lace |
| Closure | Lace |
| Feel | Moderate |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | NeoFriction Fuse (injection molded) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.3mm |
| Weight (pair) | 557g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| snowleader.com | 53.90 EUR |
| alpinstore.com | 54.00 EUR |
| 8a.de | 64.99 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 76.90 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 53.90 EUR at snowleader.com, 43% below the 95.00 EUR list price. 4 shops currently stock it (53.90 to 76.90 EUR).