Lowa Parrot VCR
Lowa
The Parrot VCR is a soft, slightly downturned velcro shoe from Lowa for sport climbing. Lowa lists it as wide-width with a medium heel.
Engineered for sport, the Parrot VCR combines slightly downturned profile with velcro closure for a secure fit. Its soft feel and high volume accommodate a range of foot shapes while maintaining support. LOWA built it for climbing novices, in the gym and on outdoor routes up to multi-pitch.
Best For
Best for sport climbing on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Parrot VCR ranks in the top 1% for smearing, the top 8% for sensitivity and the top 29% for comfort.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Parrot VCR strengths
- Two wide velcro straps make it quick to get on and off
- Thin-feeling platform for maximum ground contact
- Get it resoled rather than buying new
Parrot VCR trade-offs
- Loose feel for narrow-footed climbers
How the Parrot VCR fits
Accommodates wider feet comfortably.
Fit profile: wide width, high forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Expect roughly half a size of stretch; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.23 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Tulson Tolf Qubit (0.07, softer) and the La Sportiva Cobra (0.30, stiffer).
Parrot VCR specifications
| Brand | Lowa |
| Model | Parrot VCR |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | None |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Soft |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 410 g (14.5 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Parrot VCR costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Parrot VCR in stock right now.
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