Tenaya Aruma
Tenaya
A light, sensitive performance lace-up for sport and bouldering, part of Tenaya's Aerial Plus line. A moderate downturn, two-part SXR Dynamics midsole and sticky Vibram XS Grip rubber wrap the foot for control and adaptability on technical terrain. Microfiber upper, vegan.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Light and very sensitive for technical footwork
- Two-part SXR Dynamics sole adapts to the rock shape
- Sticky Vibram XS Grip rubber with a full toe patch
- Lace closure for a precise, even fit
Trade-offs
- Soft, sensitive build gives limited edging support on long routes
- Premium price
- Not a stiff all-day or trad shoe
Sizing & Fit
Performance fit; non-stretch microfiber, so size close to a snug performance fit. Lace closure dials the fit across the foot.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.34 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the Scarpa Drago (0.28, softer) and the La Sportiva Solution (0.43, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Tenaya |
| Model | Aruma |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 640g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| oliunid.de | 159.90 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 159.90 EUR |
| oliunid.es | 159.90 EUR |
| snowleader.be | 159.90 EUR |
| oliunid.fr | 159.90 EUR |
| oliunid.it | 159.90 EUR |
| climbingzone.es | 159.98 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 170.96 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 179.95 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 180.60 EUR |
| + 3 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 159.90 EUR at oliunid.de, 16% below the 189.95 EUR list price. 13 shops currently stock it (159.90 to 189.95 EUR).