Simond Rock+
Simond
The Rock+ is a firm, flat-lasted velcro shoe from Simond for sport climbing. Simond lists it as wide-width with a wide heel.
The velcro-strap sibling to the lace-up Rock, the Rock+ pairs a straight, flat last with Vibram XS Grip rubber for an easy-on beginner shoe that still grips well. Two velcro straps and a roomy, high-volume fit make it fast to put on and forgiving on first climbs. Fully synthetic.
Best For
Best for sport climbing on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Rock+ ranks in the top 6% for comfort, the top 22% for smearing and the top 44% for support.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Rock+ strengths
- Genuine Vibram XS Grip rubber grips well above its beginner price point
- Roomy toe box makes it comfortable as a first pair of climbing shoes
- Easy on and off with two velcro straps, no lacing required
- Durable enough for years of regular gym use
- Straight, flat last is comfortable from the first session
Rock+ trade-offs
- Upper widens over years of use and can end a pair before the rubber wears out
- Rubber can transfer color onto bare feet; one owner still saw it after a year of use
- Soft, forgiving build is outgrown quickly once you progress past small holds
How the Rock+ fits
Size about one size below your street shoe; that is already snug enough to curl the toes. The upper widens over years of use.
Fit profile: wide width, high forefoot volume, wide heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Rock+ fit reports
2 scanned owners have reported how this shoe fits so far - not enough yet for a fit fingerprint; verdicts unlock at 5 owners. The reports come from climbers who measured their feet with the climbing-gear.com foot scanner and rated the fit of the shoes they own.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.54 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, softer) and the La Sportiva Tarantula (0.59, stiffer).
Rock+ specifications
| Brand | Simond |
| Model | Rock+ |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Toe Patch | None |
| Heel Rubber | None |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium hard |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 450 g (15.9 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Rock+ costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Rock+ in stock right now.
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