La Sportiva HyperEZ
La Sportiva
A comfort-first indoor shoe for climbers learning the fundamentals, with no break-in period. A high-volume last, soft SenseGrip EVA midsole and dual Katana-style velcro straps make it easy to wear and forgiving while you learn to smear and toe hook. Fully vegan and machine-washable, with a flat, beginner-friendly profile.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Comfort-first high-volume last with no break-in period
- Dual velcro straps adjust easily across the foot
- Soft SenseGrip EVA midsole for learning sensitive footwork
- Fully vegan and machine-washable
Trade-offs
- Flat, soft beginner build has no performance edge on steep or hard climbing
- High-volume comfort last is loose for narrow or performance-focused feet
- La Sportiva does not publish weight or the exact rubber grade
Sizing & Fit
High-volume comfort last with no break-in; sized for comfort. Choose close to street size. Best for beginners and gym learning rather than a tight performance fit.
Fit profile: medium width, high forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.40 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).
Specifications
| Brand | La Sportiva |
| Model | HyperEZ |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | FriXion White |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 490g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| unterwegs.biz | 119.95 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 119.95 EUR at unterwegs.biz. 1 shops currently stock it.