Unparallel NewTro VCS
Unparallel
The NewTro VCS is a firm, aggressively downturned velcro shoe from Unparallel for bouldering and sport climbing. Unparallel lists it as narrow-width with a narrow heel. In stock at 3 shops from 105.47 EUR.
Built on a high-performance last with an aggressive toe and hardest RA rubber, the NewTro VCS excels on steep terrain. The Zero Closure System with open U-throat enables fast on-and-off access without sacrificing performance on overhangs and roofs. Extended toe rand rubber enhances edging precision when things get thin.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing. Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the NewTro VCS ranks in the top 1% for pocket climbing, the top 2% for edging and the top 20% for support.
Strengths & Trade-offs
NewTro VCS strengths
- Exceptional edging with RA rubber compound
- Quick on-off with Z-shaped velcro closure
- Extended toe rand for thin edges
- Vegan-friendly synthetic upper
- Curved for pulling through overhangs and roofs
NewTro VCS trade-offs
- Stiff RA rubber reduces sensitivity on slabs
- Steep downturn causes foot fatigue on longer routes
How the NewTro VCS fits
Fit profile: narrow width, standard forefoot volume, narrow heel.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
NewTro VCS fit reports
1 scanned owner has reported how this shoe fits so far - not enough yet for a fit fingerprint; verdicts unlock at 5 owners. The reports come from climbers who measured their feet with the climbing-gear.com foot scanner and rated the fit of the shoes they own.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.68 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Genius (0.59, softer) and the Evolv Phantom Pro (0.72, stiffer).
NewTro VCS specifications
| Brand | Unparallel |
| Model | NewTro VCS |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium hard |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic leather |
| Weight (pair) | 431 g (15.2 oz) |
| Rubber | UP RA |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Hard |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | No |
| Kids | No |
What the NewTro VCS costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 3 shops that currently stock it (105.47 to 180.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 105.47 EUR at bananafingers.co.uk.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bananafingers.co.uk | 105.47 EUR |
| 8a.de | 131.49 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 180.00 EUR |
Prices by size
Cheapest in-stock price per EU size and how many shops list that size, from the EU pool. Updated daily.
| EU size | From | Shops |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 37.5 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 131.49 EUR | 2 |
| 39 | 131.49 EUR | 2 |
| 39.5 | 131.49 EUR | 2 |
| 40 | 105.47 EUR | 2 |
| 41 | 131.49 EUR | 2 |
| 41.5 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 42 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 42.5 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 43 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 44 | 131.49 EUR | 2 |
| 44.5 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 45 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
| 46 | 131.49 EUR | 2 |
| 46.5 | 131.49 EUR | 1 |
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