Unparallel Hold Up VCS
Unparallel
The Hold Up VCS is a midsole-free, flat-lasted velcro kids' shoe from Unparallel for bouldering and sport climbing. Unparallel lists it as medium-width with a medium heel.
Built with a patented knitted synthetic upper for breathability, the Hold Up VCS 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.
Measured against the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Hold Up VCS would rank in the top 1% for hooking, the top 1% for comfort and the top 8% for smearing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Hold Up VCS 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
Hold Up VCS trade-offs
- One velcro strap limits fit adjustment
How the Hold Up VCS fits
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.24 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Tarantula JR (0.21, softer) and the Evolv Defy (0.31, stiffer).
Hold Up VCS specifications
| Brand | Unparallel |
| Model | Hold Up VCS |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Midsole | None |
| Midsole Stiffness | None |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Rubber | UP RH |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | No |
| Kids | Yes |
What the Hold Up VCS costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Hold Up VCS in stock right now.
Similar Climbing Shoes
- La Sportiva Gripit
- La Sportiva Stickit
- Red Chili Pulpo
- La Sportiva Tarantula JR
- Climb X Kinder
- EB Neo Kid 3.0
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