Tulson Tolf IN
Tulson Tolf

The IN is a medium-soft, flat-lasted velcro shoe from Tulson Tolf for sport climbing and bouldering. Tulson Tolf lists it as medium-width with a medium heel.
Built on Tulson Tolf's signature performance platform, this IN combines a flat profile with a velcro closure. Its moderate feel and standard volume accommodate a range of foot shapes while maintaining support. Ideal for sport and boulder climbing, this shoe excels on technical terrain.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the IN ranks in the top 13% for comfort, the top 23% for sensitivity and the top 31% for crack climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
IN strengths
- 4 mm rubber made for indoor resin holds
- Straps make getting shoes on and off painless
- No animal-derived materials
IN trade-offs
- Flat profile limits power on steep terrain
How the IN fits
Expect minimal stretch. Tulson Tolf sizes by foot length (a 260 mm foot is EU 42), and its size finder puts you one to one and a half sizes above your La Sportiva or Scarpa size. Synthetic uppers limit stretch but provide durability.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.36 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Evolv Defy (0.31, softer) and the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, stiffer).
IN specifications
| Brand | Tulson Tolf |
| Model | IN |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium soft |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Microfiber |
| Weight (pair) | 326 g (11.5 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Indoor resin rubber (proprietary) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the IN costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the IN in stock right now.
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