Five Ten Kirigami Kids
Five Ten
The Kirigami Kids is a medium-soft, flat-lasted velcro kids' shoe from Five Ten for sport climbing and bouldering. Five Ten lists it as medium-width with a medium heel.
A flat-profiled kids shoe with velcro closure, the Kirigami Kids makes it easy for young climbers to get started. Non-marking Stealth Phantom rubber provides reliable grip on indoor holds, while the comfortable fit encourages developing footwork and confidence on the wall.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Measured against the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Kirigami Kids would rank in the top 1% for comfort, the top 3% for smearing and the top 32% for sensitivity.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Kirigami Kids strengths
- Low-angle sole does its best work on slabs and cracks
- Single velcro strap is easy for small hands
- Soft, sticky Stealth Phantom rubber helps beginners trust their feet
- Light at 268g (pair) for less fatigue
Kirigami Kids trade-offs
- Lacks curve for overhanging moves
- Soft sole gives little support in small pockets
- Partial heel rubber limits heel-hooking confidence
How the Kirigami Kids fits
Runs large next to other kids' climbing shoes, so check the fit and be ready to swap for a smaller size. Size for a snug but comfortable fit.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.38 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Evolv Defy (0.31, softer) and the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, stiffer).
Kirigami Kids specifications
| Brand | Five Ten |
| Model | Kirigami Kids |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Toe Patch | None |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium soft |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 268 g (9.5 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Stealth Phantom |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate, High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | No |
| Kids | Yes |
What the Kirigami Kids costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Kirigami Kids in stock right now.
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