Boreal Nodab V7
Boreal
A soft, playful bouldering shoe with a comfortable last, a supple midsole and toe-hook rubber. The moderate downturn and sensitive build favour dynamic, modern moves on steep and indoor terrain over edging support. Versatile enough for general use but best suited to bouldering.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Soft, supple build is sensitive and fun on dynamic moves
- Toe-hook rubber for modern bouldering and volumes
- Comfortable last for an accommodating fit
- Moderate downturn handles steep and indoor terrain
Trade-offs
- Soft midsole gives little support for edging or long routes
- Not built for technical vertical or trad climbing
- Boreal does not publish a weight figure
Sizing & Fit
Bouldering fit; microfiber upper with minimal stretch. Size close to a performance fit. Comfortable last suits a range of foot shapes.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.39 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Oasi (0.34, softer) and the Scarpa Instinct VS (0.41, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Boreal |
| Model | Nodab V7 |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Zenith Quattro 2.0 |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 480g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| outdoortrends.de | 98.49 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 98.50 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 98.96 EUR |
| goma2.net | 98.96 EUR |
| sportokay.com | 98.96 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 99.10 EUR |
| kletterkogel.de | 109.00 EUR |
| camp4.de | 109.95 EUR |
| globetrotter.de | 109.95 EUR |
| 9cclimbing.com | 115.00 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 98.49 EUR at outdoortrends.de, 10% below the 109.95 EUR list price. 10 shops currently stock it (98.49 to 115.00 EUR).