Red Chili Circuit

Red Chili

Named after the famous circuits of Fontainebleau, the Red Chili Circuit is designed for long sessions where comfort matters. A neutral geometry and slight downturn suit all-day bouldering and sport climbing. Suede leather upper with breathable TPE mesh, hemp footbed for odour management, and RC-SUPPORT midsole for sustained comfort without sacrificing edging performance.

Best For

Best for bouldering, sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at hobby to intermediate climbers.

Strengths & Trade-offs

Strengths

• Exceptional all-day comfort for long sessions
• Neutral asymmetry fits most foot shapes
• Breathable TPE mesh + hemp footbed blocks odours
• Versatile for gym, sport, and multi-pitch
• Double velcro for quick on/off between climbs

Trade-offs

• Not aggressive enough for steep roof climbing
• Suede leather stretches more than synthetic
• Moderate edging on thin edges

Sizing & Fit

Fits true to street shoe size. Suede leather stretches roughly a quarter size over time. Wide toe box suits most foot shapes without discomfort.

Fit profile: wide width, low forefoot volume, wide heel, suits roman toe shapes.

Expect roughly half a size of stretch; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests downsizing 0-0 EU from street size.

Stiffness

Measured stiffness: 0.58 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Vapor V (0.55, softer) and the La Sportiva Finale (0.65, stiffer).

Specifications

Prices

Cheapest current offer: 54.12 EUR at biwak.com, 40% below the 90.00 EUR list price. 19 shops currently stock it (54.12 to 91.45 EUR).

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