Unparallel Hold Up VCS
Unparallel
Built with a patented knitted synthetic upper for breathability, the Hold Up VCS slipper delivers performance in thin cracks and the gym. The low-profile velcro closure and molded outsole provide precise foot control, making it equally at home slotting thin placements or training indoors. Unparallel RH rubber provides reliable friction on varied terrain.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Excellent for thin cracks with molded outsole
- Breathable knitted synthetic upper stays cool
- Low-profile design for sensitive foot feel
- Low-angle design for vertical terrain and slabs
- Strap tension adapts quickly to swelling feet
Trade-offs
- Slipper closure limits adjustability
- Break-in period doesn't soften the shoe as much as you'd hope
Sizing & Fit
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.24 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Stickit (0.15, softer) and the Evolv Defy (0.31, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Unparallel |
| Model | Hold Up VCS |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | UP RH |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | Yes |