EB Electron 3.0
EB
Budget beginner-friendly French entry with wide platform, hard Optimax 5mm rubber, and high durability. Flat geometry suits technique development while relaxed fit and wide heel accommodate casual climbers. Partial midsole balances support and sensitivity.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Budget price point accessible
- Hard Optimax rubber durable
- Wide fit forgiving
- High durability expected
- Profile works for a chill day at the crag or a hard gym session
Trade-offs
- Hard rubber less sensitive
- Flat geometry uninspiring
- Partial midsole limited support
Sizing & Fit
Microfiber minimal stretch fits true-to-size. Wide width and volume accommodate broader feet and casual climbers.
Fit profile: wide width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.53 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, softer) and the La Sportiva Mythos (0.60, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | EB |
| Model | Electron 3.0 |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | Optimax |
| Rubber Thickness | 5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 400g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergzeit.de | 79.70 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 80.91 EUR |
| snowleader.be | 94.90 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 94.90 EUR |
| amorini.it | 107.63 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 79.70 EUR at bergzeit.de. 5 shops currently stock it (79.70 to 107.63 EUR).