Red Chili Clue
Red Chili
Balanced intermediate performer stepping beyond beginner territory with moderate downturn and soft Vibram rubber. Synthetic construction ensures durability during the critical learning-to-progression phase while versatile geometry handles boulders, sport climbing, and indoor gym. Moderate flex balances edging and comfort.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Moderate downturn for all-around
- Soft rubber on varied surfaces
- Durable synthetic upper
- Balanced edging and comfort
- Transitions between indoor and outdoor climbing easily
Trade-offs
- Jack-of-all-trades specializes in nothing
- Moderate durability in intensive use
- Standard width limits extreme fits
Sizing & Fit
Synthetic minimal stretch fits true-to-size immediately. Medium width and volume suit standard foot shapes without bias.
Fit profile: narrow width, high forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.42 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Skwama (0.33, softer) and the La Sportiva Mandala (0.47, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Red Chili |
| Model | Clue |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Moderate-Soft |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 470g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergfreunde.de | 111.96 EUR |
| epictv.com | 115.98 EUR |
| alpinstore.com | 118.91 EUR |
| 8a.de | 127.99 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 128.20 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 135.71 EUR |
| decathlon.de | 154.00 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 111.96 EUR at bergfreunde.de, 20% below the 140.00 EUR list price. 7 shops currently stock it (111.96 to 154.00 EUR).