So iLL Roam Soft
So iLL
Designed and built on a hand-shaped, downturned last by Fred Nicole, ROAM Soft is a soft slipper with no midsole, developed with Jason Momoa as part of the So iLL x On The Roam collection. Maximum sensitivity with Vibram XS Grip rubber for direct foot-to-rock contact and precision smearing.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Works across most terrain without being niche
- Quick to get on and off, no fiddling with straps
- Sticky compound gets purchase on polished granite
- Supple construction lets you feel every crystal
- Built without leather or animal-derived glues
Trade-offs
- Feet fatigue faster without midsole support
- Aggressive fit is punishing for newer climbers
Sizing & Fit
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian and roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.27 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the EB Nebula 3.0 (0.24, softer) and the Scarpa Instinct VSR (0.36, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | So iLL |
| Model | Roam Soft |
| Closure | Slipper |
| Feel | Soft |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 380g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |