Saltic Guru EVO
Saltic
Moderate-soft Czech all-terrain with moderate downturn and slight asymmetry for broad skill-range accessibility. Proprietary Extasy HG rubber with partial midsole balances responsiveness and support. Minimal break-in enables immediate climbing.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at beginner to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Moderate-soft accessible feel
- Slight asymmetry versatile
- Extasy HG proprietary
- Power when you need it, comfort when you don't
- Minimal fuss getting the shoe on and off
Trade-offs
- Generic performance profile
- Sensitive underfoot but hard on the toes during long sessions
- Partial heel rubber limits heel-hooking confidence
Sizing & Fit
Microfiber minimal stretch fits true-to-size. Standard width accommodates broad skill range from beginners to advanced.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.43 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Instinct VS (0.41, softer) and the Boreal Crux (0.48, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Saltic |
| Model | Guru EVO |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Extasy |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 360g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| saltic.cz | 71.00 EUR |
| 9b-plus.com | 80.43 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 71.00 EUR at saltic.cz. 2 shops currently stock it (71.00 to 80.43 EUR).