La Sportiva Kids Gripit Kids Rock Climbing Shoes, Chalk, 8+
La Sportiva Gripit is an Italian-made leather kids' climbing shoe for ages 2 to 10 with stretch heel and tongue and a no-edge sole. It costs more than most kids' picks here.
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What we liked
- + Four-way stretch elastic heel and tongue are listed to accommodate growing feet
- + 2mm FriXion sticky rubber and a no-edge sole are described for sensitivity and even wear
- + Hook-and-loop fast lacing and two heel tabs, one usable for a carabiner, ease on and off
Trade-offs
- - Priced above most other kids' shoes in this guide, which matters for fast-growing feet
- - Listing covers ages 2 to 10 only, so older kids may need a different shoe
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