La Sportiva Mythos

La Sportiva Mythos

Average Rating: rated 4.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 7 Trailspace users

Description

The Mythos is a climbing shoe made by La Sportiva. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 7 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Campmor:
"The La Sportiva Mythos was designed for amazing fit and comfort in a high performance climbing shoe. This is a true all around shoe that can climb face routes as well as desert splitters and still perform in the gym. Please note: this shoe stretches more than most other shoes, and should be sized tighter than normal. Uniquely adaptable unlined leather upper stretches and molds to fit any foot type. Vibram XSV rubber with high, sticky full coverage rands for crack climbing performance. Designed for a toes-flat fit, the Mythos stays comfortable yet climbs with power and precision. UPPER: Leather. CONSTRUCTION: Slip Lasted. LAST: RN25. LINING: Unlined (Dri-Lexâ tongue only). SOLE: 4mm Vibram XSV. MIDSOLE: 1.1mm full length Laspoflex. WEIGHT: 16 oz."

From Backcountry.com:
"Jam splitters at the Creek, climb big walls in Yosemite, or clip bolts at your local crag-the La Sportiva Mythos is down for climbing anytime, anywhere. As one of Sportiva's best-selling shoes, the Mythos features an unlined leather upper and innovative lacing system that help the shoe conform to any foot shape foot for the perfect fit. The perforated rubber rand allows for comfortable stretch on long multi-pitch routes, and the low-profile toe slides easily into cracks. And for glassy footholds and other issues of friction, Sportiva outfitted the Mythos with super-sticky Vibram XS rubber."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"For amazing fit and comfort in a high performance rock climbing shoe. The La Sportiva Mythos is a true all around shoe that can climb face routes as well as desert splitters and still perform in the gym. Sale price limited to stock on hand. La Sportiva Mythos Features: Uniquely adaptable unlined leather upper stretches and molds to fit any foot type Vibram® XSV rubber with high, sticky full coverage rands for crack climbing performance Designed for a toes-flat fit, the Mythos stays comfortable yet climbs with power and precision What La Sportiva says about rock shoe fit: While it isn’t a black or white issue, a general rule dictates that soft shoes require a tighter fit, two to three sizes smaller than your street shoe size. We recommend you fit your trad shoes one to two sizes under your street shoe size. A thick midsole creates a platform on which you stand, while a slip-lasted slipper-type shoe relies on your crammed toes to create an edging platform. Confused about the sizing? Check out our Shoe Sizing Comparison Chart ."

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. La Sportiva Men's Mythos Shoe (Fall 2009) The Men's Mythos Shoe by La Sportiva is a high performance shoe that does everything and fits everyone. Features: Patented lacing system provides a locked down fit Unlined upper stretches to fit every foot Full Vibram rubber rand coverage for sticky protection Weight: 6.6 oz / 202 g Upper: Leather Construction: Slip Lasted Last: RN25 Lining: Unlined (Dry-Best tongue only) Sole: 4mm Vibram XS Grip Midsole: 1.1mm full-length Laspoflex"

User Reviews

rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Mythos
Reviewed by The Prince, Dec 06, 2008

"I have had these shoes for two years, and they are pretty good shoes. I was hoping for them to be a little more sticky.

Pros:
Fit is like a glove, they form to your feet nicely.

Cons:
Not very sticky, especially on cold days."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Mythos
Reviewed by Greenspank87, Nov 28, 2007

"I have been climbing for three years and I split my time between trad, sport, and bouldering. I bought the Mythos a year ago before a trip out to Indian Creek for the splitter cracks. I sized them a touch big for long days of jamming. Since then these have become my main shoes indoors and out, performing on vertical to slab to gym bouldering."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Mythos
Reviewed by Eric E, Nov 23, 2007

"Comfortable shoe, very comfortable, nice for cracks, multi pitches or long climbs, but not very sticky, and not so great for face sport climbs."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Mythos
Reviewed by Randy Shepardson, Dec 20, 2006

"I've gone through four pairs of Mythos, some with 1-2 resoles (with Stealth rubber -- BIG improvement!). They're a good all-day shoe, great for cracks and decent edging too. Definitely NOT an aggressive sport or bouldering shoe however. The rubber tends to wear out quickly in the front of the toe in particular, and even new isn't really that sticky."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Mythos
Reviewed by gregaslett, Oct 10, 2006

"Ahh the Mythos. Perhaps my favorite climbing shoe of all time. By far the most comfortable shoe on the market. If you size it small enough, it is one of the best performing too. These are always in my pack for bouldering, slabs, cracks, and moderate face climbs."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Women's Mythos
Reviewed by Julia, Jan 17, 2006

"Great for practicing footwork, felt the best when comparing shoes. I felt like I could really grow into it--my foot's second layer for climbing. Laces get in the way, but I double-tie them with no problem, and for some reason still prefer laces over velcro."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Mythos
Reviewed by Raven, Dec 01, 2004

"It is a great shoe when you are improving your skills in footwork. I have had them for about two years, they rock. There are some drawbacks that I have had. When my foot started to sweat heal hocking is out of the question, my heal slides out. Overall it kicks a**."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Mythos at 11 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Campmor
2 purchase options:
Men's Mythos Climbing Shoes$119.99Buy Now
Women's Mythos Climbing Shoes$119.99Buy Now

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
Mythos Climbing Shoe - Men's$129.95Buy Now
Mythos Climbing Shoe - Women's$129.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
2 purchase options:
Mythos - Women's$109.95Buy Now
Mythos$112.95Buy Now

Moosejaw
2 purchase options:
Men's Mythos Shoe$120.00Buy Now
Women's Mythos Shoe$130.00Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
2 purchase options:
Women's Mythos Climbing Shoes$126.29Buy Now
Mythos Climbing Shoes$129.79Buy Now

REI
2 purchase options:
Mythos Rock Shoes$130.00Buy Now
Mythos Rock Shoes - Women's$130.00Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
2 purchase options:
Mythos$119.99Buy Now
Women's Mythos$119.99Buy Now

GearX.com
2 purchase options:
Mythos Mens Climbing Shoe$79.99Buy Now
Mythos Womens Shoe$129.99Buy Now

RockCreek
Mythos + Free Chalk!$129.95Buy Now

EMS
2 purchase options:
Men's Mythos Climbing Shoes$130.00Buy Now
Women's Mythos Climbing Shoes$130.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
2 purchase options:
Mythos Climbing Shoes$130.00Buy Now
Mythos Climbing Shoes - Women's$130.00Buy Now

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