La Sportiva Mythos

La Sportiva Mythos

Average Rating: rated 4.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 6 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 6 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. La Sportiva Men's Mythos Shoe (Spring 2008) - BB's Pick 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 protectionSpecs: 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 Sizes: 33 - 48 (Half Sizes)"

From RockCreek:
"No other flexible rock shoe offers such comfort and performance as the La Sportiva Mythos. It is unlined in order to stretch to the exact shape of your foot. A patented lacing system provides precise tuning along the top of the foot while dialing in the perfect tension around the heel. There's no myth to the fact that they fit better than a glove and feel more comfortable than a moccasin. Originally designed as a sport shoe, the slip-lasted Mythos has developed a following among those who want to feel the rock."

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. La Sportiva Mythos Features: Uniquely adaptable unlined leather upper stretches and molds to fit any foot type VibramĀ® 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 Confused about the sizing? Check out our Shoe Sizing Comparison Chart ."

From Backcountry.com:
"Excellent performance and comfort have made the La Sportiva Mythos one of the most popular trad climbing shoes on the planet. Pulling on a pair of Mythos is like slipping into fuzzy slippers, but slippers don't give you the incredible friction of Vibram XSV rubber. The patented lacing system locks your foot in place for a precise fit on highly technical routes, but their comfort is what makes them a favorite of trad masters everywhere."

User Reviews

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 9 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
2 purchase options:
Men's Mythos Shoe (Spring 2008) - BB's Pick$120.00Buy Now
Women's Mythos Shoe (Spring 2008)$130.00Buy Now

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

Altrec Outdoors
2 purchase options:
Women's Mythos Climbing Shoe$129.95Buy Now
Mythos Climbing Shoes$129.99Buy Now

REI
Mythos Rock Shoes - Women's$130.00Buy Now

RockCreek
Mythos$110.45Buy Now

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

Oregon Mountain Community
2 purchase options:
Mythos Rock Shoes$103.95Buy Now
Mythos Rock Shoes - Women's$103.95Buy Now

EMS
2 purchase options:
Mythos Climbing Shoes, Men's$120.00Buy Now
Mythos Climbing Shoes, Women's$120.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
2 purchase options:
Mythos$120.00Buy Now
Mythos Climbing Shoe - Women's$120.00Buy Now

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