Simond Vertika Soft
Simond
The softer, more sensitive shoe in Decathlon's Simond Vertika line, made for climbers stepping up their technical game. A low-profile, lightly cambered and slightly asymmetric last with flat seams and breathable mesh gives sensitivity and precision while staying forgiving of mistakes. A sticky Vibram XS Grip sole wraps onto the toe and heel for hooking. Single velcro strap, fully synthetic and vegan.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Soft and sensitive for technical footwork while staying forgiving
- Low-profile last with toe and heel rubber for hooking
- Sticky Vibram XS Grip rubber
- Resoleable, fully synthetic and vegan
Trade-offs
- Soft build offers limited support on long or vertical routes
- Less precise on tiny edges than a stiff performance shoe
- Single strap gives less fine fit adjustment than laces
Sizing & Fit
Performance-comfort fit; the synthetic upper barely stretches. Size snug but not painful for sensitivity.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests downsizing 0.5-2 EU from street size.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.30 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Ocun Havoc (0.26, softer) and the Tenaya Tanta (0.36, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Simond |
| Model | Vertika Soft |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 450g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| decathlon.it | 63.99 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 89.95 EUR |
| decathlon.fr | 89.99 EUR |
| decathlon.es | 89.99 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 63.99 EUR at decathlon.it, 29% below the 89.99 EUR list price. 4 shops currently stock it (63.99 to 89.99 EUR).