User Review: Garmont Sticky Cat

Garmont Sticky Cat
Above: The current Sticky Cat, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed May 19, 2008 by Casey

Rating:
Materials: suede and mesh
Use: day hiking, rock approach, on belay
Break-in Period: comfy out of the box
Price Paid: $90

I just got back from my first climbing trip of the season and am really pleased with these shoes. I also have to say that they are really burly. Comfy to stand in for long periods of time while on belay. The narrow toe combined with the great rubber sole allows for easy access on the rock - Heck, I would even use these to climb 5.8 if need be! The only fault I could find is that the toe box may be too narrow for those with a wide forefoot, but it grips well around the heel.