The Mad Rock M5 climbing shoes offer a unique blend of performance and comfort. With a slightly wider platform than the shark model, they're designed for various climbing scenarios. The patented concave sole has a new twist - it combines a flat sole design for the first time in Mad Rock history. This gives optimal overhanging grabbing ability and creates a sharper edge for standing on small holds and ledges. The Arch Flex system provides a glove - like fit. It uses 1.8mm R2 rand rubber, and the elastic property of the R2 formula hugs your foot comfortably without the pain of other high - performance shoes. The new Torque Heel allows you to take full advantage of rock features. The Power Upper covers most of the forefoot, adding over 30% more rubber to aid in toe hooking and jamming. It's paired with the new Science Friction 3.0 rubber, making it the stickiest power upper design yet. Thanks to new rubber impregnation technology, it's thin, light, sensitive, and ultra - sticky. These shoes are great for bouldering, sport climbing, competitions, crack climbing, and gym use. Classification: All Around High Performance. Closure: 2 - strap. Stiffness: 3. Shape: Asymmetric. Midsole Material: Polycarbonate. Midsole Thickness: 1.8 mm. Midsole shape: AES - 2. Sole: Flat/Concave. Sole Thickness: 3.8 mm. Upper Material: Tek Flex. Footbed Material: Polyester. Toe Patch: Power Upper. Toe Patch Thickness: 2.4 mm. Rand: R2. Rand Thickness: 2.2 mm. Heel: Torque. Weight (US 9): 238g. Check out the DPM Climbing Review at http://www.dpmclimbing.com/climbing - gear/view/mad - rock - m5. Please note that climbing shoes should fit tightly but be tolerable. Mad Rock shoes already account for a snug fit in sizing, yet many customers prefer to go down one size from their regular daily shoe size for this model.
Using the Mad Rock M5 climbing shoes is easy. First, put them on just like you would with regular shoes. The 2 - strap closure helps you adjust the fit according to your comfort. For different climbing types, these shoes perform well. When bouldering or climbing overhangs, the flat/concave sole and the Torque Heel will give you a better grip and control. For crack climbing, the Power Upper with extra rubber will help you with toe hooking and jamming. When it comes to maintenance, after each use, wipe off any dirt or debris from the shoes. Let them dry naturally in a well - ventilated area, away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Avoid using harsh chemicals to clean them as this might damage the materials. Also, keep in mind that climbing shoes should fit tightly. Mad Rock has factored in a snug fit in sizing, but you might want to go down one size from your regular shoe size. This tight fit is normal and helps with performance, but make sure it's still tolerable.
