Red Chili Fusion
Red Chili
Affordably accessible climbing without sacrifice, the Fusion delivers moderate performance through leather construction and relaxed sizing. Wide platform and full midsole provide approachable comfort for intermediate climbers balancing sensitivity with all-day wear. Vibram rubber handles varied indoor gym surfaces.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at hobby to intermediate climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Relaxed wide fit for comfort
- Full midsole supports long sessions
- Leather breathability
- Versatile curve that adapts to different wall angles
- Clean strap design without unnecessary complexity
Trade-offs
- Less responsive than performance models
- Leather stretches full size over time
- Moderate durability
Sizing & Fit
Leather upper stretches one full size with wear. Downsize half-size from street shoe for snug fit that molds to your foot.
Fit profile: wide width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Expect roughly a full size of stretch; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.44 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Instinct VSR (0.36, softer) and the Scarpa Instinct VS (0.49, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Red Chili |
| Model | Fusion |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Stiff-Moderate |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | Red Chili RX-1 Allround |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 524g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| globetrotter.de | 64.98 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 64.98 EUR at globetrotter.de, 50% below the 130.00 EUR list price. 1 shops currently stock it.