Five Ten Anasazi VCS
Five Ten
A flat-profiled velcro shoe, the Anasazi VCS delivers precision and comfort on vertical terrain and slabs. Velcro closure enables fast adjustments during intense climbing sessions. With responsive Stealth C4 rubber and moderate asymmetry, this shoe excels on technical face climbing.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at hobby to intermediate climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Middle-of-the-road profile for a wide range of grades
- Velcro makes shoe changes quick between routes
- Versatile compound doesn't specialize but does everything decently
- Pays off to resole rather than replace
- Stealth C4 rubber - strong all-around grip
Trade-offs
- Static fit that doesn't adapt with wear
- Aggressive fit is punishing for newer climbers
Sizing & Fit
True to size for standard feet. Size for a snug but comfortable fit.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.62 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Mythos (0.60, softer) and the La Sportiva Tarantula (0.65, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Five Ten |
| Model | Anasazi VCS |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Moderate |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Stealth C4 |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 494g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |