So iLL Stay LV
So iLL
The Stay LV is a medium-stiff, moderately downturned velcro shoe from So iLL for sport climbing and bouldering. So iLL lists it as narrow-width with a narrow heel. In stock at 2 shops from 109.82 EUR.
Built on an all-new, hand-shaped, downturned last by Jae Jung, STAY LV is the low volume version of the Stay, cut narrower for a more narrow width and fit. Features Vibram XS Grip rubber, single strap velcro closure, and a proprietary pressed fiberboard midsole.
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 LV ranks in the top 6% for sensitivity, the top 22% for smearing and the top 49% for pocket climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Stay LV strengths
- Downturn is firm but not punishing
- Strap system keeps things simple at the base
- Soft rubber conforms to rounded features
Stay LV trade-offs
- Fit stays stiff compared to natural materials
- Narrow last cuts out wider feet
How the Stay LV fits
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests your street size.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stay LV fit reports
3 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: 0.30 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 LV specifications
| Brand | So iLL |
| Model | Stay LV |
| 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) | 420 g (14.8 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 LV costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 2 shops that currently stock it (109.82 to 143.50 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 |
| klimwinkel.nl | 143.50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 36.5 | 143.50 EUR | 1 |
| 37 | 143.50 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 143.50 EUR | 1 |
| 38.5 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 39 | 143.50 EUR | 1 |
| 40 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 40.5 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 41 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 42 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 42.5 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 43 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 44 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 44.5 | 143.50 EUR | 1 |
| 45 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 46 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 46.5 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 47 | 109.82 EUR | 2 |
| 48 | 143.50 EUR | 1 |
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