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La Sportiva Tarantulace Climbing Shoes - Women's
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Make long-haul climbing days suffer-free with the women's La Sportiva Tarantulace climbing shoes. Unlined leather uppers, asymmetric shaping and roomier toe boxes help you do it all in total comfort.
Key Details
Climbing Shoe Type
Neutral
Last
Slip-lasted
Can Be Resoled
Yes
Upper
Leather/microfiber
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- Great for both outdoor and gym climbing
- Aggressive 2 mm FriXion® RS rubber heel rands and 5 mm outsoles are sticky, yet hard-wearing and provide a powerful edging platform to keep you glued to small holds
- Quick-pull lacing harness delivers precise regulation, wrapping your feet snugly for a supportive, comfortable fit
- Lined tongues wick sweat away
- Updated design boost performance without changing fit and feel
Imported.
View the La Sportiva Tarantulace Product LineView all La Sportiva Women's Climbing Shoes| Best Use | Rock Climbing |
|---|---|
| Climbing Shoe Type | Neutral |
| Last | Slip-lasted |
| Upper | Leather/microfiber |
| Lining | 1.8 mm LaspoFlex |
| Outsole | 5 mm FriXion RS rubber |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight (Pair) | 15.4 ounces |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Neutral Certified brand |
La Sportiva Footwear - Women's
| 33 EU | 33.5 EU | 34 EU | 34.5 EU | 35 EU | 35.5 EU | 36 EU | 36.5 EU | 37 EU | 37.5 EU | 38 EU | 38.5 EU | 39 EU | 39.5 EU | 40 EU | 40.5 EU | 41 EU | 41.5 EU | 42 EU | 42.5 EU | 43 EU | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 5.5+ | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5+ | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9.5+ | 10 | 10.5 | 11 |
| EU | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 |
| Mondo | 24 | 24.5 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 |
Sizing Notes
For boots: Add one half size to your street shoe size. You should be able to slip one finger behind your heel when you are standing up with the boot unlaced and your toes touching the front. If the boot is too short, your toes will get smashed walking downhill. Too long and your heel will slide up and down and give you blisters.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Comfort + Performance
georgeb3 years ago
There are many reasons why this is the best selling climbing shoe - by far: It's comfortable for new climbers and, properly fit, it is capable of delivering performance up to, say, 5.10. As a gym shoe, it's hard to do better; although some might find the Scarpa fit better at about $50 more. "Properly fit" means find a snug size then deliberately drop 1/2 size to account for the fact these shoes DO stretch as they break in, which they do pretty quickly. This snug fit will allow you to maintain a hold on the progressively smaller edges or plastic pieces as you improve. Simply stated, the price:performance ratio of the Trantulace is incomperable. Don't think twice, pounce!
georgeb
Gainesville, FL
25 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
My favorite shoe, but not this year
LizaT2 years ago
I can't remember when I first bought my last pair of the Tarantulace but I used them for a cumulative of 2 years of climbing before I had to get new ones. I loved them, they were great and didn't hold me back from the climbs I wanted to do. I was climbing V5-V7 range in them and top roping up to 5.12.
This year, they really needed to be replaced so I bought these. They didn't hold up well at all. Within a month the toe has lost some of it's rubber and the blue is showing through. I'm exchanging for a new pair in the hopes that I got a dud, but I somehow doubt it.
Also... the color choices this year are just unfortunate and when it has come up in conversation, many seem to agree.
Overall disappointed, this should be the same shoe I bought 3-4 years ago... but it clearly isn't.
LizaT
Pittsburgh, PA
16 people found this review helpful
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georgeb
Gainesville, FL
Comfort + Performance
3 years ago
There are many reasons why this is the best selling climbing shoe - by far: It's comfortable for new climbers and, properly fit, it is capable of delivering performance up to, say, 5.10. As a gym shoe, it's hard to do better; although some might find the Scarpa fit better at about $50 more. "Properly fit" means find a snug size then deliberately drop 1/2 size to account for the fact these shoes DO stretch as they break in, which they do pretty quickly. This snug fit will allow you to maintain a hold on the progressively smaller edges or plastic pieces as you improve. Simply stated, the price:performance ratio of the Trantulace is incomperable. Don't think twice, pounce!
Age:55–64
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
Victoria
Austin, TX
Perfect for a Beginner Climber
2 years ago
Love these shoes. They were recommended to me by an REI employee. As a beginner indoor climber, I wanted an affordable but reliable shoe that I could use long-term. These have been with me for over 4 months, and I'd recommend them to anyone looking for a shoe for any beginner.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Beginner
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7.5
Used for::Bouldering
Yes , I recommend this product
LizaT
Pittsburgh, PA
My favorite shoe, but not this year
2 years ago
I can't remember when I first bought my last pair of the Tarantulace but I used them for a cumulative of 2 years of climbing before I had to get new ones. I loved them, they were great and didn't hold me back from the climbs I wanted to do. I was climbing V5-V7 range in them and top roping up to 5.12. This year, they really needed to be replaced so I bought these. They didn't hold up well at all. Within a month the toe has lost some of it's rubber and the blue is showing through. I'm exchanging for a new pair in the hopes that I got a dud, but I somehow doubt it. Also... the color choices this year are just unfortunate and when it has come up in conversation, many seem to agree. Overall disappointed, this should be the same shoe I bought 3-4 years ago... but it clearly isn't.
Age:18–24
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 9.5
Used for::Gym Climbing
Lndyslou
Chicago, Il
Good for Wide Feet
2 years ago
I really like this shoe, it they my wide feet well and I find them comfortable with the right grip for climbing. I climb around a 5.10+ mostly. Like another commenter said they do break down pretty fast I had a toe hole within 6 months with twice a week climbs. Other than that I enjoy them. I wear a 8.5 in tennis shoes and a 37 in these so you may need to try a few sizes to determine the write fit. I'll get another pair just because I like the fit but wish they lasted longer. I hope the next reiteration has the same fit but longer lasting.
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8.5
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
sheclimbssometimes
Pay attention to sizing!!
2 years ago
These stretch a lot! My shoe range is 9 -11 depending on the shoe and activity. I ordered a 41.5 which on the shoe is an 8.5 (site says 9.5). After 5ish months of climbing in them they are way too big in the toe box and I get a gap under my arch. The shoes only tighten so much and if you have narrow feet (like me) you may find them too wide. So take sizing down seriously! I am now in the market for a new pair. THAT SAID they are really comfy and are a great starter shoe. Just be aware of how they stretch and you'll be golden.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Beginner
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 10
Used for::Bouldering
Yes , I recommend this product
Hikergirlchi
Chicago, Il
Good for wider toes and shallow heel
2 years ago
I use these for indoor beginner climbing. These work well for my wider toes and narrower heel. I had a hard time finding beginner climbing shoes without space under my heel (sized correctly), but these are shallow enough I can get my heel back into the shoe. I wish the height of the heel portion was a little shorter so it didn’t rub my Achilles, but other than that they are comfortable. Easy break in and they hold well on the wall. Not sure how durable they’ll be, but good for the price.
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Beginner
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7.5
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
Rosa
Great for beginners, but not durable.
2 years ago
This is my first pair of climbing shoes. The neutral profile makes them very comfortable. I usually wear US 7/7.5 in my nike sneakers and bought tarantulace in 36.5 (US 5.5 I believe?) to get a snug fit as they do stretch quite a bit because of the leather upper. I am overall satisfied and would definitely recommend them to beginners. However, they were not very durable for me. The side glue (connecting the rand rubber and sole rubber) lost power within a month or two, but I didn't exchange for a new pair because it did not affect climbing much. After 5 months (I go climbing once a week), the toe rand rubber wear out to the point I can see the blue suede inside. Rands are not resole-able and the price is not worth resoling, and I also want to get more moderate/aggressive shoes for my next pair, so I decide to leave them for outdoor climbing and retire them when I see holes.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Beginner
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
Nick
Chicago, IL
Poor durability
1 year ago
I bought these shoes in early May and after 4 months of light use there is already a toe hole in one of them. I have been climbing for many years and have never had shoes degrade this fast. They weren’t cheap either. :/
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9.5
Used for::Gym Climbing
No, I do not recommend this product
catland
Comfy fit, but did NOT hold up well.
2 years ago
After trying on 5 pairs of climbing shoes, I picked these ones. They were pretty comfortable right away. But holes busted through the toes within 4 months. I have heavy feet, but my last pair of Evolv lasted me 13 months. I was really disappointed. I've since talked to someone else who had the same experience with these shoes, and it seems this is common based on other reviews.
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 9
Used for::Sport Climbing
No, I do not recommend this product
Cat
USA
OK starter shoe, runs large
2 months ago
They work fine as a first pair of climbing shoes. They’re very comfortable, but they do run large — my normal size is 7-7.5 in women’s, and I bought a 37.5 EU (6.5 US), which was too big. They also stretch over time. If I were to rebuy, I’d get a 36.5 instead. Overall, though, the durability of the laces is quite poor. On my 3rd wear, one of the laces ripped off. I tied them back together, but obviously it wasn’t as functional with a large knot in the middle. The shoe itself lasted decently fine, with wear showing only on the toe after about a year of climbing 3x a week. I retired them mainly because they were too large, especially after stretching over time.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Casual
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
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