Tenaya Ra Woman
Tenaya
Women's-specific version of the iconic Ra, with a last adapted to female foot anatomy - narrower heel and adjusted volume throughout. Same Vibram XS Grip 4mm rubber, integrated tongue, and full-length midsole that make the Ra such a versatile all-rounder. Delivers balanced performance from slab to moderate overhangs without sacrificing all-day comfort.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at hobby to intermediate climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Women's-specific last with narrower heel
- Same rubber and construction quality as the unisex Ra
- Versatile across slab, vertical, and moderate overhang
- Full midsole for dependable support
- Comfortable enough for extended sessions
Trade-offs
- Slight downturn limits power on steep terrain
- Women's sizing may run different from the unisex Ra
- Fit doesn't evolve with your foot over time
Sizing & Fit
Women's-specific sizing. True to size with minimal stretch. Narrower heel cup than unisex Ra.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.51 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Vapor LV (0.48, softer) and the Ocun Advancer QC (0.60, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Tenaya |
| Model | Ra Woman |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Moderate |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 680g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| snowleader.com | 114.90 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 122.90 EUR |
| 8a.de | 129.49 EUR |
| gigasport.at | 141.49 EUR |
| gigasport.de | 141.49 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 114.90 EUR at snowleader.com, 19% below the 141.50 EUR list price. 5 shops currently stock it (114.90 to 141.49 EUR).