Wonderful shoes. I sized mine 0.5 tighter than street shoes and they never hurt. I have had them for 2 years and climb 2-3 times a week, mostly indoor. They were cheap (85$ on sale) and they work fine for everything I have tried (up to 5.11d). I usually start by lacing them a bit lose and tighten them after 2 pitches; this way they are very sensitive.

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I've been climbing for almost a year in these shoes. I've climbed both indoor and outdoor, on Austin limestone and Sacramento, CA granite on these pair of shoes. I normally climb about 2-3 times a week. These are very comfortable shoes. I can wear these for hours without feeling any pain. So far, there's no critical damage to any part of the shoe, just normal wear. I guess I got a lucky pair cause all the ppl I know that have these, the rubber is slowly comming off the shoe after 3-4 months, except mine :) I recommand these to all the newbies/tight-budget ppl. This shoe is inexpensive and decent all around performer.

Customer Service

Don't have any experience with their customer service.

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Some generic pair that no one's heard of. I got it as part of a package deal. It lasted 3 month.

I've used the Diablo as a starting shoe and was impressed with its performance. They have worked well in both the gym and outside on various types of rock. Although after 2 1/2 months the rubber on the front wore through and after sending an explaination to the company I was refunded a new pair. It's been 4 months now I am still climbing on this pair of Diablos and am still quite satisfied with them. The company was both helpful and understanding.

Great starter shoe. The soft sole is great for getting a "feel" for the rock. However, after only 3 months of climbing the soles had to be replaced--I replaced it with the Stealth C-4 rubber. I still use them but will be buying another brand shortly. The leather on the toe has been seperating slowly from the rubber. Don't buy this shoe for it's durability.

personally, i think shoe ratings are a bit of a waste as everyone's feet are different. it is all about fit. but, this is a good shoe for the price. great starter shoe.

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These are a great beginner's shoe. I got them when I wanted to start climbing seriously and a year later they are still holding up. I make sure to take care of them not cramming them in a pack or leaving them in extreme temps. I wash them after every climb and have not noticed a drop in stickness either. I have used them for everything and they have excelled for all beginner uses. I have found them very good on crack climbs and for indoor use. I also have done several day-long climbs and they are very comfortable but comfort varies from person to person. When you get to harder routes like V6+ and 5.10+ you start to notice more specific needs in your shoes so that they will fit your climbing style. I will state again these are a great beginner's shoe.

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These were my first pair of shoes. When I bought them the sales person told me they fit better than he usually sees people fit in to them. They fell apart with in 2 months of owning them. So I took them back, and reluctantly they traded them in for some new ones, because of how TARABLE they wore. The second pair was a bit better (used for about 4 months before my toes were completely falling out.) As for climbing, cracks, and some slab were ok in them. They didn't edge very well, or stick in pockets. Over all I will not recommend this shoe.

Customer Service

REI was very nice in taking them back

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I am a beginning climber and these shoes have been nothing but great to me. I went from a V2 to a V5+ almost overnight. The edge well for me and I can smear well with them too. I would reccommend them for anyone looking for a good all around shoe. The price was about the best I could find as well.

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I'll put it plain and simple, there are better shoes for beginners out there than these. They can edge nicely but they smear reasonably well. But, they have hardly any sensitivity in them and like everyone else has said, they aren't the best built shoe forcing you to buy a new shoe or get them repaired. If your in the market for a beginner shoe, consider the La Sportiva Cliffs instead or the 5.10 Spires.

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5.10 Spires, La Sportiva Focus, La Sportiva Cliff

I'm an intermediate sport climber, and so far these shoes have been great. They are decent edging shoes, but are great for crack climbs and marathon routes. They have not started to wear out yet, so I can safely say that they are durable shoes. Great bang for your buck if you are a beginner or intermediate climber. Moving up past 11a you might want a shoe with a more sensitive toe, although these ones have never really let me down.

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