The La Sportiva Solution is a bit of a legend. Soft, precise, revolutionary and fits like a glove. The Solution really is the answer to all your "problems" (excuse the pun). The La Sportiva Solution is a revolutionary rock shoe developed specifically for bouldering. Whatever technical problem the rock presents, the La Sportiva “Solution” rock shoe gives you the support you need with the most innovative technology to overcome the boulder move. The upper uses Lock Harness System technology, which hugs the foot from the inside and combines with the unique deep heel-cups to ensure maximum flexibility when hooking, on incuts and overhangs. The randing system P3 (Permanent Power Platform) is the active part of the shoe which gives it its versatility and works in synergy with the base of the foot to spread and maintain tension through time. The innovative Fast Lacing System combined with the tongue in elasticized fabric ensures optimal adjustment of the internal volume. Sensitive, powerful, precise and comes with about as much accuracy as one could want in a shoe.
The La Sportiva Solution is a bit of a legend. Soft, precise, revolutionary and fits like a glove. The Solution really is the answer to all your "problems" (excuse the pun). The La Sportiva Solution is a revolutionary rock shoe developed specifically for bouldering. Whatever technical problem the rock presents, the La Sportiva “Solution” rock shoe gives you the support you need with the most innovative technology to overcome the boulder move. The upper uses Lock Harness System technology, which hugs the foot from the inside and combines with the unique deep heel-cups to ensure maximum flexibility when hooking, on incuts and overhangs. The randing system P3 (Permanent Power Platform) is the active part of the shoe which gives it its versatility and works in synergy with the base of the foot to spread and maintain tension through time. The innovative Fast Lacing System combined with the tongue in elasticized fabric ensures optimal adjustment of the internal volume. Sensitive, powerful, precise and comes with about as much accuracy as one could want in a shoe.
The La Sportiva Solution is a bit of a legend. Soft, precise, revolutionary and fits like a glove. The Solution really is the answer to all your "problems" (excuse the pun). The La Sportiva Solution is a revolutionary rock shoe developed specifically for bouldering. Whatever technical problem the rock presents, the La Sportiva “Solution” rock shoe gives you the support you need with the most innovative technology to overcome the boulder move. The upper uses Lock Harness System technology, which hugs the foot from the inside and combines with the unique deep heel-cups to ensure maximum flexibility when hooking, on incuts and overhangs. The randing system P3 (Permanent Power Platform) is the active part of the shoe which gives it its versatility and works in synergy with the base of the foot to spread and maintain tension through time. The innovative Fast Lacing System combined with the tongue in elasticized fabric ensures optimal adjustment of the internal volume. Sensitive, powerful, precise and comes with about as much accuracy as one could want in a shoe.
The La Sportiva Solution is a bit of a legend. Soft, precise, revolutionary and fits like a glove. The Solution really is the answer to all your "problems" (excuse the pun). The La Sportiva Solution is a revolutionary rock shoe developed specifically for bouldering. Whatever technical problem the rock presents, the La Sportiva “Solution” rock shoe gives you the support you need with the most innovative technology to overcome the boulder move. The upper uses Lock Harness System technology, which hugs the foot from the inside and combines with the unique deep heel-cups to ensure maximum flexibility when hooking, on incuts and overhangs. The randing system P3 (Permanent Power Platform) is the active part of the shoe which gives it its versatility and works in synergy with the base of the foot to spread and maintain tension through time. The innovative Fast Lacing System combined with the tongue in elasticized fabric ensures optimal adjustment of the internal volume. Sensitive, powerful, precise and comes with about as much accuracy as one could want in a shoe.
Last updated at 05/10/2026 12:35:08
La Sportiva Solution Mens Climbing Shoe l Size 37.5 l Summit Gear
Free delivery between 13–21 May
originally posted on REI
I've been using this shoe for the past few months now, and I have (almost) nothing but positive things to say about it. The extended tip of the shoe combined with it's aggressive style allow you to pivot easily on even the smallest of foot holds. Coming from a Scarpa Quantic, I was impressed with how well the shoe held on during heel hooks, (I wear socks when I climb due to overly sweaty feet, this was a huge issue for me with the Quantics) as well as the ample amount of rubber on the toe that enables you to have a great grip for toe hooks. While the shoe may be built for bouldering, I used it for everything and it performs just fine on rope climbs as well. The only downside to this shoe is the fact that your feet will hurt really badly the majority of the time you ... MoreI've been using this shoe for the past few months now, and I have (almost) nothing but positive things to say about it. The extended tip of the shoe combined with it's aggressive style allow you to pivot easily on even the smallest of foot holds. Coming from a Scarpa Quantic, I was impressed with how well the shoe held on during heel hooks, (I wear socks when I climb due to overly sweaty feet, this was a huge issue for me with the Quantics) as well as the ample amount of rubber on the toe that enables you to have a great grip for toe hooks. While the shoe may be built for bouldering, I used it for everything and it performs just fine on rope climbs as well. The only downside to this shoe is the fact that your feet will hurt really badly the majority of the time you use these. If you have a decent pain tolerance and you take the time to remove them in between your climbs, this should not be too much of an issue, especially when you take into account the insane performance of these shoes. I read that Sportiva shoes were particularly large, so I decided to size down one full size (I got 43eu, or 10us coming from a regular size 11us for my regular shoes). This felt like it fit me perfectly, slightly snug with my toe touching the end of the shoe. After a few months of use, a small tear has begun on the black fabric that goes over the top of your foot. This is probably due to my own errors climbing clumsily, but if you're in the same boat as me it may be something to consider. The laces have also begun wearing down where they go through the metal rings to fold back over onto the velcro on the top of your foot, however they still seem to be holding strong. If you wear these a lot, you'll start to notice some things- I feel like they are making physical changes to my feet. I've started to get these two bumps on the outside part of my big toes. They look pretty gnarly and from what I've gathered from other users, they're probably going to get bigger and need to be filed down eventually, yuck. All that being said, I see this as a price to pay for the insane performance that comes with the Solutions. If you're not okay with potentially permanently changing your toe shape, these may not be the shoes for you. If you can look past this, these may be the best climbing shoes you will ever buy.
originally posted on REI
It’s overall a great shoe and performs well, but I’ve had these shoes for 4 months now, used 3-5x a week during heavy sessions, and after every session it leaves a gross dark yellow tint to the sole of my foot and my toes. I’ll scrub my feet and it’ll start to fade and then I use the shoes again, and it comes back just as strong. Not sure why this happens to my pair of shoes and haven’t really read it happening to other people. It’s incredibly annoying that it’s not going away after all this time, it’s like endless link. It can’t be good to constantly have this ink on my skin.
originally posted on sportiva.com
These were great shoes and I'm not criticizing how they stick to the wall. The thing is that they break really easy. I had mine for just over two months before the straps on both shoes broke. The rubber on the shoe's were barely used and if the straps still worked, the shoes could have lasted another 6 months easy. The way they are designed promotes wear to the straps and I have heard many stories from other people who have had the same experience. I had heard that La Sportiva sometimes repairs the shoes when the straps break so I contacted them telling them what happened. When they got back to me they told me that the straps aren't covered in the warranty and reccomended me bringing them to a resole company. These are great shoes there are just many alternatives ... MoreThese were great shoes and I'm not criticizing how they stick to the wall. The thing is that they break really easy. I had mine for just over two months before the straps on both shoes broke. The rubber on the shoe's were barely used and if the straps still worked, the shoes could have lasted another 6 months easy. The way they are designed promotes wear to the straps and I have heard many stories from other people who have had the same experience. I had heard that La Sportiva sometimes repairs the shoes when the straps break so I contacted them telling them what happened. When they got back to me they told me that the straps aren't covered in the warranty and reccomended me bringing them to a resole company. These are great shoes there are just many alternatives that will stick to the wall just as good, and last much longer. In general I would stay away from La Sportiva shoes that have straps as it seems the company has yet to perfect a strap design that resists wear.
| Lining | Lycra, Pacific |
La Sportiva Solution Mens Climbing Shoe l Size 37.5 l Summit Gear
Free delivery between 13–21 May
I've been using this shoe for the past few months now, and I have (almost) nothing but positive things to say about it. The extended tip of the shoe combined with it's aggressive style allow you to pivot easily on even the smallest of foot holds. Coming from a Scarpa Quantic, I was impressed with how well the shoe held on during heel hooks, (I wear socks when I climb due to overly sweaty feet, this was a huge issue for me with the Quantics) as well as the ample amount of rubber on the toe that enables you to have a great grip for toe hooks. While the shoe may be built for bouldering, I used it for everything and it performs just fine on rope climbs as well. The only downside to this shoe is the fact that your feet will hurt really badly the majority of the time you ... MoreI've been using this shoe for the past few months now, and I have (almost) nothing but positive things to say about it. The extended tip of the shoe combined with it's aggressive style allow you to pivot easily on even the smallest of foot holds. Coming from a Scarpa Quantic, I was impressed with how well the shoe held on during heel hooks, (I wear socks when I climb due to overly sweaty feet, this was a huge issue for me with the Quantics) as well as the ample amount of rubber on the toe that enables you to have a great grip for toe hooks. While the shoe may be built for bouldering, I used it for everything and it performs just fine on rope climbs as well. The only downside to this shoe is the fact that your feet will hurt really badly the majority of the time you use these. If you have a decent pain tolerance and you take the time to remove them in between your climbs, this should not be too much of an issue, especially when you take into account the insane performance of these shoes. I read that Sportiva shoes were particularly large, so I decided to size down one full size (I got 43eu, or 10us coming from a regular size 11us for my regular shoes). This felt like it fit me perfectly, slightly snug with my toe touching the end of the shoe. After a few months of use, a small tear has begun on the black fabric that goes over the top of your foot. This is probably due to my own errors climbing clumsily, but if you're in the same boat as me it may be something to consider. The laces have also begun wearing down where they go through the metal rings to fold back over onto the velcro on the top of your foot, however they still seem to be holding strong. If you wear these a lot, you'll start to notice some things- I feel like they are making physical changes to my feet. I've started to get these two bumps on the outside part of my big toes. They look pretty gnarly and from what I've gathered from other users, they're probably going to get bigger and need to be filed down eventually, yuck. All that being said, I see this as a price to pay for the insane performance that comes with the Solutions. If you're not okay with potentially permanently changing your toe shape, these may not be the shoes for you. If you can look past this, these may be the best climbing shoes you will ever buy.
It’s overall a great shoe and performs well, but I’ve had these shoes for 4 months now, used 3-5x a week during heavy sessions, and after every session it leaves a gross dark yellow tint to the sole of my foot and my toes. I’ll scrub my feet and it’ll start to fade and then I use the shoes again, and it comes back just as strong. Not sure why this happens to my pair of shoes and haven’t really read it happening to other people. It’s incredibly annoying that it’s not going away after all this time, it’s like endless link. It can’t be good to constantly have this ink on my skin.
These were great shoes and I'm not criticizing how they stick to the wall. The thing is that they break really easy. I had mine for just over two months before the straps on both shoes broke. The rubber on the shoe's were barely used and if the straps still worked, the shoes could have lasted another 6 months easy. The way they are designed promotes wear to the straps and I have heard many stories from other people who have had the same experience. I had heard that La Sportiva sometimes repairs the shoes when the straps break so I contacted them telling them what happened. When they got back to me they told me that the straps aren't covered in the warranty and reccomended me bringing them to a resole company. These are great shoes there are just many alternatives ... MoreThese were great shoes and I'm not criticizing how they stick to the wall. The thing is that they break really easy. I had mine for just over two months before the straps on both shoes broke. The rubber on the shoe's were barely used and if the straps still worked, the shoes could have lasted another 6 months easy. The way they are designed promotes wear to the straps and I have heard many stories from other people who have had the same experience. I had heard that La Sportiva sometimes repairs the shoes when the straps break so I contacted them telling them what happened. When they got back to me they told me that the straps aren't covered in the warranty and reccomended me bringing them to a resole company. These are great shoes there are just many alternatives that will stick to the wall just as good, and last much longer. In general I would stay away from La Sportiva shoes that have straps as it seems the company has yet to perfect a strap design that resists wear.
High performance and comfortable for how aggressive they are. Heel fits me well but it is thick and not sensitive at all and that has always been my only complaint. Fits my narrow low volume feet well. Downsized fairly aggressively. 2-3 full euro sizes. I wear mens size 12 or 46 euro (or 45.5 depending on the chart) I've had some in size 42.5 probably borderline too small so I got similar Solution comps in 43 that seem perfect. And recently got a pair in 43.5 since stock was limited but at a good bargain. Hoping they don't get too baggy over time but they might work out better for longer routes only time will tell when it comes to sizing properly. I'll probably be switching to the solution comps which are similar but with a better heel imo but I would not hesitate ... MoreHigh performance and comfortable for how aggressive they are. Heel fits me well but it is thick and not sensitive at all and that has always been my only complaint. Fits my narrow low volume feet well. Downsized fairly aggressively. 2-3 full euro sizes. I wear mens size 12 or 46 euro (or 45.5 depending on the chart) I've had some in size 42.5 probably borderline too small so I got similar Solution comps in 43 that seem perfect. And recently got a pair in 43.5 since stock was limited but at a good bargain. Hoping they don't get too baggy over time but they might work out better for longer routes only time will tell when it comes to sizing properly. I'll probably be switching to the solution comps which are similar but with a better heel imo but I would not hesitate to grab another pair if they are a better deal or solution comps are not in stock and I need something now.
I have had these climbing shoes for about 8 months and they have performed amazingly. The time to break in a pair that I had sized down about a size and a half was very minimal (~2 weeks of climbing). The shoes have a great toe box and I can stand on pretty minimal edges. Unfortunately the big problem comes with the Velcro straps used to fasten the shoes. I know a few other people have had similar issues and as such this seems to just be a fundamental design flaw. Otherwise I would give the shoe a glowing review. Overall I believe it can still be with the purchase as I’ve spent 8 months bouldering/ sport climbing 3-4 days a week on average without issue but be advised that at some point your Velcro fasteners will likely fray/ tear.
There are plenty of high-performing climbing shoes on the market - the real performance comes from a proper fit.I’ve always had a hard time finding climbing shoes with a good fit for my feet, which are normal width in the forefoot, but are very narrow in the heel. Not many shoes fit this kind of foot and the result is usually a loose and baggy heel. The only shoes I’ve tried so far that fit my heel are the new Katanas (more of a sport climbing shoe) and the Solution Comps. The original Solutions had a molded heel cup that was cavernous and a fairly stiff forefoot; this was a no-go for me. The Solution Comps have the same high asymmetry and other features of the standard Solutions, but are more sensitive and have a tighter heel.Fit (EU 40.5): Excellent ... MoreThere are plenty of high-performing climbing shoes on the market - the real performance comes from a proper fit.I’ve always had a hard time finding climbing shoes with a good fit for my feet, which are normal width in the forefoot, but are very narrow in the heel. Not many shoes fit this kind of foot and the result is usually a loose and baggy heel. The only shoes I’ve tried so far that fit my heel are the new Katanas (more of a sport climbing shoe) and the Solution Comps. The original Solutions had a molded heel cup that was cavernous and a fairly stiff forefoot; this was a no-go for me. The Solution Comps have the same high asymmetry and other features of the standard Solutions, but are more sensitive and have a tighter heel.Fit (EU 40.5): Excellent performance fit for someone who wears 9.5US (~42.5EU) in street shoes and weighs 165lb at 5’9”.Pros:+ Excellent balance between sensitivity and edging ability+ Snug heel cup for better heel fit and sensitivity (especially for narrow or LV heels)+ Good toe rubber coverage for toe-hooking.+ Great shape for steep overhung climbing.Cons:- Premium pricing- Velcro speed-lacing system does not get very snug, even if you crank on it.- While the coverage of the toe rubber is good, the rubber itself is quite thin - probably not an issue indoors, but I wonder how it would fare in repeated wear outdoors.
These were the second pair of shoes I bought for intermediate indoor bouldering. The first few weeks they were pretty painful but eventually broke in and while they still weren't comfortable I feel the fit was pretty much what I was looking for.The extra rubber on the toe and heel is nice for hooks, and I never had any issue with the straps. After 7 months of climbing 2-3 times a week I'm starting to get holes in the toes. Also if you climb without socks they'll always stain your toes yellow, which isn't a big deal as it washes off but it can be a little gross!Overall I think they're great shoes and I would recommend.
These shoes are easily one of the most popular aggressive climbing shoes out there, and for good reason. The toe-box is amazing, and feels super reliable and precise. The rubber is sticky, but thick enough that it is still and supportive when you need it to be. However, the solution has some pretty big flaws. The most obvious one (and most complained about) is the closure system: the strap will rip for most people, especially if you have to crank it down for it to feel secure. I got lucky and only ripped the strap halfway before blowing the shoes out...The second flaw for me is the heel. It's way too stiff, so you can't feel anything you're doing and it constantly seems like you're about to slip off. It doesn't deform at all so sometimes you'll find yourself ... MoreThese shoes are easily one of the most popular aggressive climbing shoes out there, and for good reason. The toe-box is amazing, and feels super reliable and precise. The rubber is sticky, but thick enough that it is still and supportive when you need it to be. However, the solution has some pretty big flaws. The most obvious one (and most complained about) is the closure system: the strap will rip for most people, especially if you have to crank it down for it to feel secure. I got lucky and only ripped the strap halfway before blowing the shoes out...The second flaw for me is the heel. It's way too stiff, so you can't feel anything you're doing and it constantly seems like you're about to slip off. It doesn't deform at all so sometimes you'll find yourself slipping on flatter holds when heel hooking. The last thing I'll say about this shoe is the build quality could be better. The toe rubber on mine started peeling right away. That being said, I fixed it with aquaseal +sr one time and it was good for the rest of the shoe's lifetime.
We all are on a journey to find the Holy Grail of climbing shoes, meaning a shoe that enables us to climb better and achieve at levels we have hoped for. For me, that journey led me to try the Solution. After a brief break in period, they are really my favorite climbing shoes and enable me to climb 1-2 grades higher than before, plus get into bouldering in an enjoyable fashion. Funny, I ran into a young lady at the local gym that was about to order her 4th, yes 4th, simultaneous pair of Solutions!! I don't know why she thinks she needs that many pairs at the same time; but I'm sure her Gearhead at Backcountry loves her, because she says she gets all her gear here. Inspired by her, I got a 2nd pair up 1/2 size to use when I'd like to keep my shoes on for more than ... MoreWe all are on a journey to find the Holy Grail of climbing shoes, meaning a shoe that enables us to climb better and achieve at levels we have hoped for. For me, that journey led me to try the Solution. After a brief break in period, they are really my favorite climbing shoes and enable me to climb 1-2 grades higher than before, plus get into bouldering in an enjoyable fashion. Funny, I ran into a young lady at the local gym that was about to order her 4th, yes 4th, simultaneous pair of Solutions!! I don't know why she thinks she needs that many pairs at the same time; but I'm sure her Gearhead at Backcountry loves her, because she says she gets all her gear here. Inspired by her, I got a 2nd pair up 1/2 size to use when I'd like to keep my shoes on for more than one pitch and don't need the last scintilla of performance I can get with the tighter size on.POSTSCRIPT: Bizarre: One year later, my feet have grown a full size; so now I have a pair of these Solutions in 46 and a pair of the Solution Competitions in 45.5. I wear these Solutions 75% of the time and go down to the Solution Comps when I am trying a route or project that requires more precision. I just think these shows are incredible!!!
Sized right (aka tight) these shoes edge wonderfully and can toe in on pockets like no other. Once they break in, they fit like a glove and then you get to appreciare their performance and versatility. I have two pairs in Size 46, which is maybe .5 size larger than "performance". Some people don't like the heel on these. For those people, you might want to consider the Solution Comp. FWIW, I have a pair of Comps in 45.5 and they fit my feet like gloves - so perfectly I have to struggle to get them off LOL. I've used Tarantulaces, Finales, TC Pros, Miura VSs and Katana Laces; and these evolved into my favorites, indoors and outdoors. Highly recommend!
| Lining | Lycra, Pacific |
