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Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes

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    Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes

    • $75.00
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    Item # 746020

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    Rising to the task, the Phoenix is a rebirth of the classic rock shoe from Mad Rock®. Performs admirably on cracks, multi-pitch and trad routes.

    • Slip-lasted construction for rock sensitivity underfoot; generous toe box reduces pressure on the toes
    • 3D molded heel cup is shaped to eliminate slippage and is treaded for effective heel hooking capabilities
    • Compressed polyester fiber midsoles are flexible and supportive to help reduce fatigue on longer routes
    • To-the-toe lacing and double pull-on loops provide ease of entry and an adjustable fit; bound collars add comfort around ankles
    • Ultrasuede leather uppers with padded tongues relieve lace pressure; unlined to conform to foot shape more easily
    • Sticky, Science Friction FX5 rubber blends just the right amount of friction with lasting durability; treaded heels also aid on descents off the top

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    Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Climbing
    Slip-lasted
    Semi-flexed
    Split-grain leather
    No
    Science Friction FX5
    Lace-up
    Yes
    1 lb. 4 oz.
    Unisex
    Last
    Shape of last
    Upper
    Lining
    Outsole
    Footwear closure
    Can be resoled
    Average footwear weight (pair)
    Gender

    Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes Customer Reviews

    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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    Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes
     
    3.7

    (based on 74 reviews)

    80%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Versatile (39)
    • Lightweight (29)
    • Rugged (17)
    • Weather proof (9)
    • Comfortable (8)

    Cons

    • Uncomfortable (10)
    • Flimsy (6)
    • Not adjustable (4)
    • Slippery (4)
    • Heavy / bulky (3)

    Best Uses

    • Indoor (51)
    • Bouldering (40)
    • Outdoors (40)
    • Long climbs (23)
    • Sprint climbs (11)
      • Sizing:
      • Feels full size too small

         

        Feels half size too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        70% 

        (47 reviews)

        Feels half size too big

         

        Feels full size too big

         
      • Width:
      • Feels too narrow

         

        Feels true to width

         

        94% 

        (64 reviews)

        Feels too wide

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (33), Avid climber (25), Getting started (15), Climber (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (26)

    Reviewed by 74 customers

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    2.0

    Great price

    By Pinhead327

    from Englewood, CO

    About Me Avid Climber

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Inexpensive

    Cons

    • Flimsy

    Best Uses

    • Indoor

    Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

    Bought these shoes because they are the cost of a re-sole and I didn't want to be shoeless while I waited for my shoes to be repaired. They are a fine shoe for a first timer or a very affordable option for someone in the same situation and can't wait on a re-sole. Though they aren't very sensitive nor do they fit the heel that well they are a fine shoe for casual climbing. I personally can't wait for my re-sole.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels half size too big
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    4.0

    Great value for new climbers

    By m8ttyb

    from Mountain View, CA

    About Me Getting Started

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer
    Site Member

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Indoor
        • Outdoor

        Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

        A great getting introduced to climbing type of shoe. Well priced and comfortable.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        Great shoes for beginner

        By Noble family

        from Parker, CO

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer
        Site Member

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Bouldering
            • Indoor

            Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

            Bought these for doing some recreational climbing with the kids who are on the local climbing team. Use them indoors at the gym and on our home wall. Very grippy and much better than gym shoes. Bought them about a size small from street shoes and they fit well even after break in. Have used almost daily for about a month. Worth going to the store to get the fit right.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels full size too small
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            Solid Shoe

            By wendymadbird

            from North Hollywood, CA

            About Me Getting Started

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Lightweight
            • Versatile
            • Weather Resistant

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Bouldering
              • Indoor
              • Outdoor

              Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

              I think as a beginner these shoes fulfill all my needs; plus you can't beat the price. I have, however, been told that the rubber wears faster than some of the more expensive shoes.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

              Comment on this review

               
              4.0

              Best bang for your buck

              By Wpaul

              from SLC utah

              About Me Avid Climber

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Affordable

              Cons

              • Short Life-span

              Best Uses

              • Cragging
              • Indoor

              Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

              These shoes are definitely the way to go for a beginning climber. If your just starting out these super sticky shoes are perfect. You won't break the bank getting started, and you'll have a decent shoe to see if this is the sport for you.
              That being said, I wore these shoes out pretty quickly. They were my first pair, and they got abused pretty badly with all the newbie slipping and sliding about. The science friction rubber is the softest (i.e. stickiest) i've ever worn and gave me a (much needed) boost in confidence on my first few leads.
              They were comfortable enough that I could wear them all day; and I did, including wearing them on approach (a big no-no btw). Good shoes for the price, I just bought a some for my brother-in-law, so they will be his first too.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

              Comment on this review

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Great Shoe

              By DmBbiker6

              from Barrington, Illinois

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Lightweight
              • Rugged
              • Sticky
              • Versatile

              Cons

              • Uncomfortable

              Best Uses

              • Bouldering
              • Indoor
              • Long Climbs
              • Outdoor

              Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

              I climb a couple times a week and these shoes have been working perfectly. They are really sticky and are able to hold to the wall a lot better than other shoes I have tried. They are uncomfortable at first but my feet got used to them, I guess it is what your comfortable with.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels full size too small
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              3.0

              Must have gotten a "lemon"

              By Rhythm

              from Los Angeles

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Versatile

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Indoor

                Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

                I used these for months without any problems indoor. The issue was once I took them outdoors, I have to blame a factory "lemon" for my problem as I have never seen nor has anyone else I climbed with a tear like I encountered on the leather.

                One my first outdoor climb with these I tore a 4" hole on the instep of the right shoe. I have purchased other Mad Rock shoes and they are a quality brand. But as a salesperson and a consumer I feel all information should be available.

                Remember this will NOT be the norm, but I did encounter this.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels half size too small
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                5.0

                MadRock worth the money

                By Joshua white

                from charlotte NC

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Lightweight
                • Versatile

                Cons

                • None

                Best Uses

                • Beginners Shoes
                • Bouldering
                • Indoor
                • Long Climbs
                • Outdoor

                Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

                great shoes for the beginner. I love to climb and this is the first pair of shoes i have purchased. They were the best price I could find anywhere and they have been working great for me. I will be using them until they are completely worn out before i consider buying anything else. They fit well and I can wear then for near an hour before I feel the need to let my feet rest. They are not as aggressive as some shoes, but they work well for all the climbing needs I have.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                3.0

                Good at first

                By RFoy

                from Baltimore, MD

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

                  Cons

                  • Uncomfortable

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

                    these shoes were great at first for my first pair of climbing shoes, but as time went on comfort dropped more and more. They have got to the point to where they are almost painful to wear. For me, they lasted for about 6 months before I had to get new ones

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Comment on this review

                     
                    4.0

                    Satisfying beginner shoe

                    By JoshuaJayG

                    from SE New Mexico

                    About Me Getting Started

                    See all my reviews

                    Site Member

                    Pros

                    • Fit
                    • PRICE

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • beginners

                      Comments about Mad Rock Phoenix Rock Shoes:

                      I am a beginning climber. I have now been out climbing four times. I just climbed a 5.10b with the shoes and they worked fine. I find they are great for learning to climb because they are priced right and fit well. I assume they don't have the stickiest compound for the sole but it seems like it will hold up to a bit of poor foot work abuse.

                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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