Simond First Klimb Junior
Simond
Decathlon's Simond First Klimb Junior is a kids' climbing shoe that grows with the foot. An elastic heel and a wide velcro strap let it adapt to a range of foot sizes and shapes, while a stiff, grippy synthetic sole supports young climbers on the wall. Flat, straight last for comfort, with a fun design. Fully synthetic and vegan.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Elastic heel and wide strap adapt to growing feet
- Stiff, supportive sole that grips well
- Easy single-strap on and off for kids
- Affordable, fully synthetic and vegan
Trade-offs
- Beginner kids' shoe, not for steep or technical climbing
- Flat, stiff build is not a performance shoe
- Outgrown as children's feet keep developing
Sizing & Fit
Kids' size-adjustable fit; the elastic heel adapts across a size range. Choose to the child's current foot length.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests downsizing 0-0 EU from street size.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.48 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, softer) and the Scarpa Origin VS (0.52, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Simond |
| Model | First Klimb Junior |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | Resin rubber |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 184g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | Yes |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| decathlon.fr | 32.99 EUR |
| decathlon.de | 34.99 EUR |
| decathlon.it | 34.99 EUR |
| decathlon.es | 34.99 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 32.99 EUR at decathlon.fr. 4 shops currently stock it (32.99 to 34.99 EUR).