Five Ten NIAD Lace
Five Ten
Built for big-wall and multipitch climbing, the NIAD Lace pairs moderate downturn with a stiff-moderate feel for sustained edging on long routes. Lace closure offers a precise, customizable fit that holds up pitch after pitch. With Stealth C4 rubber, it delivers reliable friction on granite and similar rock.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Profile covers the typical range of gym wall angles
- Resoleable construction for long-term value
- Laces allow a customized fit
Trade-offs
- Doesn't conform as closely as leather alternatives
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; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.53 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Instinct VS (0.49, softer) and the La Sportiva Miura VS (0.61, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Five Ten |
| Model | NIAD Lace |
| Closure | Lace |
| Feel | Stiff-Moderate |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | Stealth C4 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 540g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| hardloop.de | 99.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 102.32 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 104.90 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 119.90 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 134.96 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 99.90 EUR at hardloop.de, 33% below the 150.00 EUR list price. 5 shops currently stock it (99.90 to 134.96 EUR).