Mad Rock RedLine Strap
Mad Rock
Sharp aggressive downturn targets steep boulder problems and overhanging routes with precision power. Science Friction 3.0 with velcro closure and soft feel creates reliable grip and responsive feedback. Versatile fit works across different climbing styles and foot shapes.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Downturned shape generates torque on small footholds
- Open the straps and your feet breathe instantly
- Rubber works on granite, limestone, and plastic equally
- No animal-derived materials
Trade-offs
- Lower durability under heavy use
- Not a shoe you want to hike to the crag in
Sizing & Fit
Size up half a size as synthetic uppers will stretch with climbing.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Expect roughly half a size of stretch; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.31 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Theory (0.21, softer) and the La Sportiva Skwama (0.33, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Mad Rock |
| Model | RedLine Strap |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Soft |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Rubber | Science Friction 3.0 (sole) / Power Upper chain-link (toe) / Science Friction R2 (heel rand) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Weight (pair) | 476g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| hardloop.de | 119.90 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 119.90 EUR at hardloop.de, 20% below the 149.00 EUR list price. 1 shops currently stock it.