EB Nebula 3.0
EB
The Nebula 3.0 is a midsole-free, moderately downturned velcro shoe from EB for bouldering and sport climbing. EB lists it as medium-width with a medium heel. In stock at 5 shops from 89.90 EUR.
Highly asymmetric French shoe with no midsole, soft rubber, and 4mm thickness for maximum ground feel. Moderate downturned geometry paired with a very flexible build creates sensitivity while elite skill requirement marks this as bouldering specialist. Minimal construction sacrifices durability for feedback.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Nebula 3.0 ranks in the top 1% for hooking, the top 1% for smearing and the top 4% for sensitivity.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Nebula 3.0 strengths
- No midsole maximizes feel
- Grippy DS Max rubber, Shore 70
- 4mm rubber thickness precise
- Strong asymmetry for precise footwork on small holds
- Moderate profile works on most single-pitch routes
Nebula 3.0 trade-offs
- Low durability from soft construction
- Strongly asymmetric last is not a first shoe
- Minimal cushioning demands strong feet
How the Nebula 3.0 fits
Microfiber with minimal stretch. EB sizes its shoes to street size; for a snug performance fit, try half a size under. Standard width accommodates typical feet.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium 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.
Nebula 3.0 fit reports
1 scanned owner has reported how this shoe fits so far - not enough yet for a fit fingerprint; verdicts unlock at 5 owners. The reports come from climbers who measured their feet with the climbing-gear.com foot scanner and rated the fit of the shoes they own.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.24 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the So iLL Roam Soft (0.21, softer) and the Evolv Zenist (0.30, stiffer).
Nebula 3.0 specifications
| Brand | EB |
| Model | Nebula 3.0 |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | None |
| Midsole Stiffness | None |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 430 g (15.2 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | DS Max |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Low |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Nebula 3.0 costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 5 shops that currently stock it (89.90 to 147.60 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 89.90 EUR at snowleader.com, 31% below the 130.00 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| snowleader.com | 89.90 EUR |
| sportokay.com | 101.49 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 104.90 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 117.20 EUR |
| amorini.it | 147.60 EUR |
Prices by size
Cheapest in-stock price per EU size and how many shops list that size, from the EU pool. Updated daily.
| EU size | From | Shops |
|---|---|---|
| 34.5 | 89.90 EUR | 1 |
| 35 | 89.90 EUR | 1 |
| 35.5 | 89.90 EUR | 1 |
| 36 | 89.90 EUR | 3 |
| 36.5 | 89.90 EUR | 2 |
| 37 | 101.49 EUR | 3 |
| 37.5 | 89.90 EUR | 2 |
| 38 | 104.90 EUR | 3 |
| 38.5 | 101.49 EUR | 4 |
| 39 | 101.49 EUR | 4 |
| 39.5 | 104.90 EUR | 4 |
| 40 | 104.90 EUR | 4 |
| 40.5 | 101.49 EUR | 5 |
| 41 | 101.49 EUR | 5 |
| 41.5 | 101.49 EUR | 4 |
| 42 | 104.90 EUR | 3 |
| 42.5 | 104.90 EUR | 4 |
| 43 | 104.90 EUR | 4 |
| 43.5 | 104.90 EUR | 3 |
| 44 | 101.49 EUR | 5 |
| 44.5 | 104.90 EUR | 4 |
| 45 | 104.90 EUR | 4 |
| 46 | 101.49 EUR | 4 |
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