Black Diamond Zone LV
Black Diamond
The Zone LV is a medium-stiff, moderately downturned velcro women's shoe from Black Diamond for sport climbing. Black Diamond lists it as narrow-width with a narrow heel. In stock at 2 shops from 64.99 EUR.
Moderate downturn provides versatility across varied terrain and multiple climbing disciplines. Fuse rubber with velcro closure and moderate feel creates reliable grip and responsive feedback. Low-volume construction locks your foot in place, rewarding precise footwork on technical terrain.
Best For
Best for sport climbing on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Zone LV ranks in the top 24% for smearing, the top 26% for edging and the top 46% for sensitivity.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Zone LV strengths
- Downturn provides power without crushing your toes
- Middle ground on stiffness for varied footwork
- Pays off to resole rather than replace
Zone LV trade-offs
- Narrow last cuts out wider feet
How the Zone LV fits
True to size with minimal stretching expected.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow 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: 0.52 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Evolv Shaman 2S (0.43, softer) and the Scarpa Quantix SF (0.58, stiffer).
Zone LV specifications
| Brand | Black Diamond |
| Model | Zone LV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 441 g (15.6 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Fuse (injection molded) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.3mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate, High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Zone LV costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 2 shops that currently stock it (64.99 to 78.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 64.99 EUR at alpinstore.com, 50% below the 130.00 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| alpinstore.com | 64.99 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 78.00 EUR |
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