Tenaya Ra

Tenaya

The shoe that put Tenaya on the map - a beautifully simple design achieving a perfect balance between power, precision, and comfort. Slight downturn and slight asymmetry keep it versatile from slab to moderate overhangs. Integrated tongue, rubber-reinforced toe box, and Vibram XS Grip 4mm rubber handle everything from gym training to outdoor sport routes. Two-time World Champion Ramon Julian's shoe of choice.

Best For

Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at hobby to intermediate climbers.

Strengths & Trade-offs

Strengths

• Versatile enough for slab, vertical, and moderate overhang
• Integrated tongue for a clean, comfortable fit
• Rubber toe reinforcement improves toe-hooking durability
• Full midsole provides dependable support
• Proven on the hardest routes across five continents

Trade-offs

• Slight downturn lacks power on steep roof climbing
• Not as sensitive as split-sole designs
• Extra volume reduces precision on small holds

Sizing & Fit

Size roughly 0.5-1.5 EU below street size; low stretch. Narrow, medium-volume Egyptian-foot last with a snug heel - not a wide-foot shoe.

Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.

Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in; manufacturer suggests downsizing 0-1.5 EU from street size.

Stiffness

Measured stiffness: 0.51 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Arpia V (0.44, softer) and the Scarpa Vapor V (0.55, stiffer).

Specifications

Prices

Cheapest current offer: 93.27 EUR at rockrun.com, 34% below the 141.50 EUR list price. 19 shops currently stock it (93.27 to 145.95 EUR).

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