Mad Rock Drone CS HV
Mad Rock
Sharp aggressive downturn targets steep boulder problems and overhanging routes with precision power. Xtreme Friction rubber with velcro closure and moderate-soft feel delivers maximum grip and responsive feedback. High-volume design offers all-day comfort without sacrificing the performance you need on hard pitches.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on vertical, overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at intermediate to elite climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Sharply downturned for hooking and steep terrain
- Closure system is no-fuss and reliable
- Soft feel gives direct feedback from the rock
Trade-offs
- Hard to wear for more than a pitch or two
- Ventilation is limited compared to natural materials
- Wider profile can feel sloppy on thin edges
Sizing & Fit
Typically street size or half size down from street shoe. Official: street for performance, half down for pro fit. Minimal stretch. HV version for wider feet and higher insteps.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.54 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Mandala (0.47, softer) and the La Sportiva Miura (0.61, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Mad Rock |
| Model | Drone CS HV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Moderate-Soft |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Rubber | Xtreme Friction (sole + toe) / Science Friction R2 (heel rand) |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 834g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| rockrun.com | 140.78 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 140.78 EUR at rockrun.com, 11% below the 159.00 EUR list price. 1 shops currently stock it.