La Sportiva Gripit
La Sportiva
Kids' climbing shoe with a single velcro strap. Full midsole provides support for developing feet, and FriXion RS rubber grips gym holds. Lightweight at 220g - designed so young climbers can focus on having fun.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Lightweight for small feet
- Easy single-strap closure for kids
- Full midsole protects developing feet
- Grippy on indoor holds
- Flat sole keeps your toes from getting hammered
Trade-offs
- Kids outgrow them quickly
- Only for indoor/easy outdoor use
- Limited sizing range
Sizing & Fit
No stretch; synthetic holds its shape from day one. True-to-size for average feet.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.11 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). It is among the softest flat shoes we track; the Red Chili Pulpo (0.21) is a stiffer alternative in the same downturn class.
Specifications
| Brand | La Sportiva |
| Model | Gripit |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | La Sportiva FriXion White |
| Rubber Thickness | 2mm |
| Weight (pair) | 220g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | Yes |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| sportscheck.com | 26.95 EUR |
| epictv.com | 44.90 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 48.00 EUR |
| sportbuck.com | 52.47 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 52.50 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 60.90 EUR |
| deporvillage.com | 62.95 EUR |
| laufundberg.de | 65.00 EUR |
| bolting.eu | 67.00 EUR |
| sportfits.de | 67.45 EUR |
| + 6 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 26.95 EUR at sportscheck.com, 54% below the 59.00 EUR list price. 16 shops currently stock it (26.95 to 89.64 EUR).