La Sportiva  Solution Comp Climbing Shoes - Men's

I bought a pair of solution and a pair of solution comp and they had the same problem with the strap. Good performance , but clearly has a manufacturing defect in the futurs, solution and solution comp models. I have to put tape on the strap to prevent them from cutting. It’s sad because I like theses models but I believe there are better, more durable choices elsewhere. So I don’t recommend theses models unless durability isn’t a factor for you.

This is an exceptional shoe. I could not wear the original Solutions due to their stiffness. This shoe is perfectly soft. Outside of crack climbing there isn't much it can't do. I have trained in them for approximately 1.5 years, 3-4 days a week and am now looking to replace them with new comps. The shoe I used before was a Skwama which I loved as well, but without a doubt, the Comps allow me to climb harder. Only complaint, if I had one, would be after 1.5 years, the shoe box has widened and my feet slide inside the shoe ever so slightly. Other than that, comfy, sticky, the best.

I've worn more pairs of Solutions in my 13 years of climbing than any other shoe, probably more than 20 pair. The Solution Comp is a great variation with some tweaks that change the fit and feel slightly. The toe box feels different with the new rubber patch for hooking/scumming/jamming. This takes a little time to get used to, but breaks in great. The heel is more shallow and much softer. I think it pushes the foot forward more aggressively and makes the shoe feel smaller / lower volume. The power feels the same, very snappy and precise. A great variation that will be sure to please all the folks who didn't like the molded heel on the OG solution. A great shoe for hard climbing anywhere. Inside or out.

My favorite shoes are often the ones I find myself most hesitant to wear... I want them to last forever! The new Solution Comp's are in that special category. Is this go worth the rubber?? Because out of the box these shoes have been a sticky edging precision tool that absolutely crushes granite of all angles and has already been surprised me with slick granite redpoints. The original Solution was a breakthrough in its ability to grab holds on steep boulders as effectively as it would surprisingly walk up technical vert climbing. Some downturned shoes are great on 30 degree overhangs but "pick" unexpectedly on vert and slab. The Solution can turn the lip of the cave and still tick-tack up the runout slab headwall. The toe hooking rubber is the stickiest I've felt in any shoe, and the heel has zero deadspace on my foot. I've always liked a more structured heel over an extremely soft heel (I like to feel like I'm "edging" when heel hooking) and the Comp is the perfect balance of feel and support. I sized them a half size down as I do my Skwamas (39 instead of 39.5 for Muiras, TC Pros etc) and they were a pain to put on initially. Now that the neoprene sleeve and heel cup has broken in a little, I'm happy with the downsize. If you're having trouble getting them on, work your toes as deep into the toe box as possible before trying to pull the heel on. That way you can get the big toe all the way forward before trying to fit the shoe on.

I got this shoe a month ago but was not able to test them out right away because my state was on a stay at home order. However, once that was lifted, I went climbing locally and broke these bad boys in... these solutions have an updated heel and improved rubber on the top of the shoe for toe hooking. Previously the regular solutions were my go to shoe, but upon feeling the new features, I think I found my new shoe! The slimmer heel of the solution comp allows more effective heel hooking on small crimps/ heel scums. The added rubber on the toe allows for more effective toe hooking! Knowing these features were added, I put them to the test my first day climbing on them and they passed with flying colors!

I bought this a few months ago, the shoe laces have snapped and when requesting warranty, they are not covered. I have to figure out how to repair them myself or find a cobbler who can do it for me. Disappointed as apparently this is a common problem yet these shoes are so pricy :(

Bought less than a year ago, rubber holds up very well, the straps however will go on you very quickly. Would suggest a change to the eyelet to prevent “excessive”wear that is a manufactured deficiency causing said excessive wear. Won’t be buying again

I've been a long time fan of the Solution. I sent Midnight Lightning in them a few years ago and always loved their edging. However, the narrowness of the shoe and the bulbous heel never quite fit my beaver paddle shaped foot. The Solution Comp, with it's softer rubber, not only made the break in time cut in half but it fit my foot better and heel hooked significiantly better. I've sent a few hard for me boulders in them and absolutely love the down-turned aggressive toe and the solid heel cup. These are my new favorite Sportiva shoe!

I have always been a fan of the original Solution and its great all-around performance but specifically for precision edging on steep terrain. The only issue I have with the original Solution is the shape of the heel is too big and wide for my feet. I was really excited to find out the Solution Comp was being designed with a more narrow heel. After trying out the Solution Comp, it feels much like the original Solution with the benefit that I'm able to heel hook better and on smaller holds now, which I expected. A very pleasant surprise was finding out that I am also able to toe hook significantly better! The extra rubber on top of the toe seems to make a big difference! Overall, the Solution Comp is a little softer and more sensitive compared to the Solution.

incredible shoe. Great toe-hooking, heel, softness/feel, and edge. Feels like a second set of hands. Highly recommended for bouldering--was able to send my first outdoor V(X+1) as well as work a variety of sport climbs. Runs large--I wasn't able to try the solution comp in store so I tried the original solution in 41.5 (snug) 41 (knuckling) and 40.5 (painful knuckling). I ended up ordering the 40.5 solution comp and it feels snug/comfy with no need for a break-in period. Would've gone smaller.