Simond First Klimb
Simond
The First Klimb is a firm, flat-lasted velcro shoe from Simond for sport climbing and bouldering. Typically sized at street size. Of 5 user reports, 4 rate the toes perfect and 4 rate the forefoot perfect. In stock at 1 shop from 44.99 EUR.
Decathlon's Simond First Klimb is a stiff, supportive shoe for occasional beginners taking their first routes. A straight, flat last follows the natural shape of the foot for comfort, while a rigid resin-rubber sole adds support and pushing power on small holds. A single Z-shaped velcro strap makes it easy to pull on and adjust. Fully synthetic and vegan.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the First Klimb ranks in the top 6% for comfort, the top 18% for support and the top 19% for crack climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
First Klimb strengths
- Stiff, supportive sole that is easy on beginner feet
- Flat, straight last is comfortable from the first session
- Single Z-velcro strap is quick to put on and adjust
- Affordable, fully synthetic and vegan
First Klimb trade-offs
- Stiff, flat build has no performance edge or sensitivity
- Resin rubber grips less than premium Vibram compounds
- Only suited to easy indoor and beginner climbing
How the First Klimb fits
Typically sized at street size.
Beginner comfort fit. The textile upper does not stretch.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests your street size.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
First Klimb fit reports
Based on fit feedback from 5 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: +0.0 EU from street size (n=5).
- Fits best for: greek toe shape, no hallux valgus, medium forefoot width, wide heel
- Runs loose for: medium toe length
- Toes: 80% perfect (n=5) - 4 perfect, 0 tight, 1 loose. Fits well for greek toe shape, no hallux valgus
- Forefoot: 80% perfect (n=5) - 4 perfect, 0 tight, 1 loose. Fits well for medium forefoot width
- Heel: 80% perfect (n=5) - 4 perfect, 0 tight, 1 loose. Fits well for wide heel
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.61 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Ocun Striker QC (0.52, softer) and the Red Chili Spirit (0.63, stiffer).
First Klimb specifications
| Brand | Simond |
| Model | First Klimb |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Toe Patch | None |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium hard |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 500 g (17.6 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Resin rubber |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | No |
| Kids | No |
What the First Klimb costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 at the one shop that currently stocks it. Cheapest current offer: 44.99 EUR at decathlon.de.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| decathlon.de | 44.99 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 34 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 35 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 36 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 37 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 39 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 40 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 41 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 42 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 43 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 44 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 45 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 46 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
| 47 | 44.99 EUR | 1 |
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Prices, stock and owner fit data on this page update daily. You are welcome to cite these figures if you name climbing-gear.com and link to this page - see our data terms.