So iLL Stay
So iLL
The Stay is a medium-stiff, moderately downturned velcro shoe from So iLL for sport climbing and bouldering. So iLL lists it as medium-width with a narrow heel. In stock at 2 shops from 109.82 EUR.
Built on an all-new, hand-shaped, downturned last with the expertise of Jae Jung and consultation with Fred Nicole. STAY features Vibram XS Grip rubber, a single strap hook-and-loop closure, and a proprietary pressed fiberboard midsole. A versatile performer for intermediate to advanced climbers.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Stay ranks in the top 6% for sensitivity, the top 22% for smearing and the top 49% for pocket climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Stay strengths
- Works from vertical faces to moderate overhangs
- Dial the fit tighter as needed during the session
- Supports resoling to extend the shoe's life
- Vibram XS Grip rubber for reliable friction
Stay trade-offs
- Don't expect the shoe to loosen up much
How the Stay fits
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests street size to one and a half sizes up.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.30 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the EB Nebula 3.0 (0.24, softer) and the Evolv V6 (0.34, stiffer).
Stay specifications
| Brand | So iLL |
| Model | Stay |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 454 g (16.0 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 3mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Stay costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 2 shops that currently stock it (109.82 to 135.90 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 109.82 EUR at bergfreunde.de, 35% below the 168.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergfreunde.de | 109.82 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 135.90 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | 135.90 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 38.5 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 40 | 135.90 EUR | 1 |
| 40.5 | 135.90 EUR | 1 |
| 41 | 135.90 EUR | 1 |
| 45 | 135.90 EUR | 1 |
| 46.5 | 109.82 EUR | 1 |
| 47 | 109.82 EUR | 1 |
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