User Review: Montrail Cruiser
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Break-in Period: since I was a total newbie, the first time, well, hurt. Like other things in life, they fit better and better w/each wear ; P
Price Paid: 49.83
These shoes were my first (I'm on my third pair). The low price and comfort probably allowed me to get pretty far as a beginner climber in a short amount of time. I wore them 5+ times a week all summer. Because of how well they fit, I will actually get them resoled and keep them around as my second pair.
I don't think that the point-your-toes-downward type of shoe is requisite for climbing, contrary to the previous reviewer (neither does my climbing partner, who's been climbing for 30 yrs). My second pair was the point-your-toes down kind, which didn't work for me. I got a third pair, while I await my Montrail Cruisers to get resoled.
The rands on mine wore out quickly, though I think that is a function of a specific crag that I was working on over and over, and not design flaw or toe drag. I found the soles lost their stickiness pretty soon (though I was putting a lot of milage in a short time on them)... nothing that I good scrubbing w/a wire brush couldn't restore. There isn't a bad stretch factor, like there usually are w/velcro and slipper styles. I don't think the buckle/achilles strap thing does anything. They aren't the best edgers (compared w/my Mad Rock Phoenix).
For the money, I am really happy w/these shoes. They will definitely be resoled multiple times and be kept in use.
Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Cruiser at 1 online store:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Sierra Trading Post | Cruiser Climbing Shoes - For Men And Women | $29.95 | Buy Now |
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