Climb X Kinder
Climb X
A flat downturned profile, velcro closure for maximum power transfer. Perfect for young climbers developing their craft with responsive feedback and secure velcro fit. Ideal for sport and boulder climbing, this shoe excels on technical terrain.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Straight last for natural foot position on easier ground
- Rip the straps open to air out between goes
- Board-y feel lets you stand on nothing for ages
- One of the lighter options at 300g pair weight
- Vegan-certified build
Trade-offs
- Won't soften and shape to your foot the way leather does
- Cannot be resoled once the rubber wears out
Sizing & Fit
Size for growing feet with room to spare. Synthetic materials maintain structure with minimal stretch.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Expect roughly half a size of stretch; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests downsizing 0-1 EU from street size.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.33 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Red Chili Circuit Junior (0.27, softer) and the Scarpa Force (0.40, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Climb X |
| Model | Kinder |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | X-Factor (proprietary) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 300g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | Yes |