Unparallel Orbit
Unparallel
The Orbit is a firm, aggressively downturned velcro shoe from Unparallel for sport climbing and bouldering. Unparallel lists it as medium-width with a medium heel. In stock at 2 shops from 201.45 EUR.
Designed for precise, powerful climbing without compromise, the Orbit locks onto micro footholds with its pointed toe shape. The split outsole combines high-friction RH rubber for sensitivity with a rigid heel cup for secure heel hooks. Breathable mesh tongue and single velcro strap keep feet cool and provide customizable fit for all-day sessions.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering. Aimed at advanced climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Orbit ranks in the top 2% for pocket climbing, the top 4% for edging and the top 28% for hooking.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Orbit strengths
- Excellent micro foothold precision
- Split RH/RS rubber balances grip and sensitivity
- Secure heel hooks with molded cup
- Breathable mesh tongue for long sessions
- Extended toe patch for smearing
Orbit trade-offs
- Higher price point
- RH rubber on sole may feel stiffer than expected
- Steep downturn causes foot fatigue on longer routes
How the Orbit 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: 0.65 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).
Orbit specifications
| Brand | Unparallel |
| Model | Orbit |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium hard |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Microfiber |
| Weight (pair) | 500 g (17.6 oz) |
| Rubber | UP RH (front) / RS (rear) |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | No |
| Kids | No |
What the Orbit costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 2 shops that currently stock it (201.45 to 212.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 201.45 EUR at bananafingers.co.uk.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bananafingers.co.uk | 201.45 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 212.00 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 39.5 | 201.45 EUR | 2 |
| 40 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 41 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 41.5 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 42 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 42.5 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 43 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 43.5 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 44.5 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
| 45 | 201.45 EUR | 1 |
Similar Climbing Shoes
- Saltic Fenix
- Tenaya Indalo
- Evolv Shaman Lace
- La Sportiva Mandala
- Mad Rock Drone CS HV
- Unparallel UP PIVOT
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