Mad Rock Shark 3 HV
Mad Rock
The Shark 3 HV is a medium-stiff, moderately downturned velcro shoe from Mad Rock for bouldering and sport climbing. Typically sized 0.5 EU sizes below street size. Of 9 user reports, 6 find the heel loose and 8 rate the forefoot perfect. In stock at 4 shops from 112.46 EUR.
Moderate downturn provides versatility across varied terrain and multiple climbing disciplines. Science Friction 3.0 with velcro closure and moderate feel creates reliable 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 slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at hobby to advanced climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Shark 3 HV ranks in the top 19% for hooking, the top 23% for edging and the top 32% for pocket climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Shark 3 HV strengths
- Shape provides power on steep bits without long-term discomfort
- Rubber works on granite, limestone, and plastic equally
- No animal-derived materials
Shark 3 HV trade-offs
- Wide last may feel baggy on slimmer feet
How the Shark 3 HV fits
Typically sized 0.5 EU sizes below street size.
Best for wide feet and those seeking roomy, all-day comfort.
Fit profile: wide width, high forefoot volume, wide heel, suits egyptian, greek and roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Shark 3 HV fit reports
Based on fit feedback from 9 owners who measured their feet with the climbing-gear.com foot scanner and rated this shoe at the toes, forefoot and heel (tight, perfect or loose).
Typical downsize: -0.5 EU from street size (n=9).
- Fits best for: medium toe length, no hallux valgus, medium forefoot width, low instep
- Runs tight for: deep heel
- Runs loose for: mild hallux valgus, narrow heel, medium heel depth
- Toes: 67% perfect (n=9) - 6 perfect, 2 tight, 1 loose. Fits well for medium toe length, no hallux valgus
- Forefoot: 89% perfect (n=9) - 8 perfect, 1 tight, 0 loose. Fits well for medium forefoot width, low instep
- Heel: 22% perfect (n=9) - 2 perfect, 1 tight, 6 loose. Mixed signals across foot types.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.49 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Instinct VS (0.41, softer) and the La Sportiva Miura VS (0.56, stiffer).
Shark 3 HV specifications
| Brand | Mad Rock |
| Model | Shark 3 HV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Split |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 480 g (16.9 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Science Friction 3.0 (sole) / Xtreme Friction (toe patch) / Science Friction R2 (heel rand) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.8mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Shark 3 HV costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 4 shops that currently stock it (112.46 to 160.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 112.46 EUR at bergfreunde.de, 25% below the 149.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergfreunde.de | 112.46 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 136.70 EUR |
| klimwinkel.nl | 159.95 EUR |
| rockrun.com | 160.00 EUR |
Prices by size
Cheapest in-stock price per EU size and how many shops list that size, from the EU pool. Updated daily.
| EU size | From | Shops |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | 136.70 EUR | 1 |
| 37 | 136.70 EUR | 1 |
| 37.5 | 136.70 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 39 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 39.5 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 40 | 127.46 EUR | 2 |
| 41 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 41.5 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 42 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 42.5 | 127.46 EUR | 4 |
| 43 | 136.70 EUR | 3 |
| 44 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
| 44.5 | 119.96 EUR | 4 |
| 45 | 127.46 EUR | 4 |
| 46 | 112.46 EUR | 3 |
| 46.5 | 159.95 EUR | 2 |
| 47 | 127.46 EUR | 3 |
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