Unparallel Up Lace LV
Unparallel
Designed for versatility, this shoe features minimal downturn and is equally at home on slabs and overhangs. Lace closure offers precise foot locking, ideal for technical trad and multipitch. Engineered for narrow feet with low volume, Unparallel RH rubber grips everything from smearing to pockets. Low-volume construction suits climbers with narrower feet and lower insteps.
Best For
Best for trad multipitch on vertical and slab terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Straight last for natural foot position on easier ground
- Lacing system lets you loosen the tongue on easy sections
- Board-y feel lets you stand on nothing for ages
- Supports resoling to extend the shoe's life
Trade-offs
- Narrow shape is a dealbreaker for wide-footed climbers
Sizing & Fit
Best for narrow feet and lower insteps. Size for a snug but comfortable fit.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
No stretch expected; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.65 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Mythos (0.60, softer) and the La Sportiva TC Pro (0.67, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Unparallel |
| Model | Up Lace LV |
| Closure | Lace |
| Feel | Stiff |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | UP RH |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 431g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| rockrun.com | 136.73 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 136.73 EUR at rockrun.com. 1 shops currently stock it.