So iLL Torque LV
So iLL
The Torque 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 3 shops from 116.32 EUR.
Designed and built on a hand-shaped, downturned last by Fred Nicole, the TORQUE LV features a durable and comfortable unlined vegan microsuede upper, Vibram XS Grip rubber, and a fishhook-shaped three-quarter midsole. The low volume version with 30-degree asymmetry for precise footwork on steep terrain.
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 Torque LV ranks in the top 24% for smearing, the top 25% for sensitivity and the top 48% for pocket climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Torque LV strengths
- Downturn handles overhanging sections without killing your feet
- Straps open wide for easy entry
- Sticky compound gets purchase on polished granite
- Vibram XS Grip rubber for reliable friction
Torque LV trade-offs
- Narrow shape is a dealbreaker for wide-footed climbers
How the Torque LV fits
Fit profile: narrow width, low 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.
Torque 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: 0.38 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Evolv Zenist (0.30, softer) and the Scarpa Instinct VS (0.41, stiffer).
Torque LV specifications
| Brand | So iLL |
| Model | Torque LV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Three quarter |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 430 g (15.2 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Torque LV costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 3 shops that currently stock it (116.32 to 150.95 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 116.32 EUR at bergfreunde.de, 35% below the 178.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergfreunde.de | 116.32 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 143.90 EUR |
| klimwinkel.nl | 150.95 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 | 116.32 EUR | 2 |
| 37 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 38.5 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 39 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 40 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 40.5 | 143.90 EUR | 2 |
| 41 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 42 | 143.90 EUR | 2 |
| 42.5 | 143.90 EUR | 2 |
| 43 | 143.90 EUR | 2 |
| 44 | 143.90 EUR | 2 |
| 44.5 | 143.90 EUR | 2 |
| 45 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 46 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 46.5 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 47 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
| 48 | 150.95 EUR | 1 |
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