La Sportiva Mythos -
The Mens Mythos Climbing Shoe by La Sportiva is a high performance shoe that does everything and fits everyone.
FEATURES of the La Sportiva Men's Mythos Shoe.
SPECIFICATIONS of the La Sportiva Men's Mythos Shoe.
Fabric:
- Slip-lasted construction
Fit:
- Designed for a toes-flat fit, the Mythos stays comfortable yet climbs with power and precision
- Uniquely adaptable unlined leather upper stretches and molds to fit any foot type
- This is the perfect shoe for crack climbing with its low profile toes-flat-fit and the overall neutral round shape of the shoe.
- Patented Mythos lacing system lets you get the perfect fit for whatever type of foot you have
- Patented lacing system provides a locked down fit
- Full lace-up design for a custom fit
- On sizing, please note climbing shoe sizes are only a suggestion as fit is highly personal. Foot shape, use, and style all play into size selection
Comfort:
- Vibram® rubber rand is perforated to allow for stretch and comfort
Upper:
- The soft unlined leather upper adapts to whatever shape your foot is and it is great for all day multi-pitch routes where your feet tend to swell.
Features:
- Ideal for crack climbing, face climbing and big walls
- Full rubber rand ensures great crack performance, while also enhancing the shoe's durability
- Vibram XSV rubber with high, sticky full coverage rands for crack climbing performance
Appalachain Outdoors
When the crack climbing leaves your foot swollen, you're going to wish you had the men's Mythos climbing shoe from La Sportiva USA craddeling your feet while adding extra hours to your day on the boulders. With a soft, unlined, leather upper decking and the comfort of the perforated Vibram® rubber band to strech, swell and give with your foot's natural movement; the Mythos from La Sportiva is a high octane climbing shoe that feels like you were born with them on your feet. For a climbing shoe that contorts as well as your skin, the Mythos are a perfect fit.TahoeMountainSports.com
The La Sportiva Mythos Climbing Shoe is an iconic climbing shoe with devoted fans around the world.
What sets this shoe apart from all others is the incredible fit - a combination of a great shape, top of the line materials and a patented lacing sytem that come together to make one shoe that can fit almost every foot shape.
The Patented lacing system works its way all the way down to the toe and around the heal for unbeatable fine tuning.
Unlined leather stretches to fit your foot exactly - you should downsize to allow for the stretch - but the payoff is the best fitting shoe of your life.
Vibram rubber rands have perforations at the arch to allow for stretch there as well.
Toes-flat fit makes these super-comfortable for all-day climbing, and creates a thin profile for crack climbing.
Vibram XS Edge rubber is slightly stiffer and much more durable than other climbing rubbers, without giving up smearing stickiness.
You won't find a better pair of climbing shoes for fit, comfort, crack climbing or face climbing, part of why La Sportiva has the best reputation in the business.
Rock/Creek Outfitters
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.
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
Whether in cracks or on slabs, the long-lasting La Sportiva Mythos Climbing Shoes are a fine, all-around choice for intermediate to expert-level climbers.Country of Origin: Imported
Al's Sports
The Mythos from La Sportiva is designed for amazing fit and comfort in a high performance climbing shoe. A true all around shoe that can climb face routes as well as desert splitters and still perform in the gym.Gearx
Light restyling of the world's most popular climbing shoe, available today also in a second color. Perfect synthesis of technology, comfort and performance. It is the most versatile model of the entire range, because it is suitable for all kinds of rock. The tested lacing system and the perfect stiffness of the midsole offer the best compromise between sensitivity and friction.
Upper: suede leather, slip lasted
Midsole: Laspoflex 1,1 mm, complete
Sole: Vibram® formula XSV 4 mm
Weight: 450 gr. per pair
Lining: none. Patent: lacing system
Last: RN 25
Fit: medium/large
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Leather upper.Slip lasted construction.
Unlined lining.
Dri-Lex® liner on the tongue for superior comfort and an awesome stretch-to-fit adaptability.
1.1 mm Laspoflex midsole.
4 mm Vibram® XSV outsole.
Weighs 1 lb.
Average Price History:
Also available for: Women
| Avg. Weight (Pair): | 1 lb. 1 oz. |
|---|---|
| Closure: | Lace Up |
| Color: | Terra |
| Construction: | Slip Lasted |
| Fit: | Tech with medium-low asymmetry |
| Ideal Terrain: | crack climbing, face climbing and big walls |
| Last: | RN 25 |
| Last Shape: | Flat |
| Liner: | Unlined (Dry-Best in tongue only) |
| Lining: | Unlined (Dry-Best in tongue only) |
| Material: | Suede Leather,Vibram(r) XSV |
| Materials: | Leather (Dry-Best in tongue) |
| Midsole: | 1.1 mm full length LaspoFlex |
| Shoe Profile: | Moderate Profile |
| Sole: | 4mm Vibram XS Edge |
| Style: | Lace-up |
| Upper: | Leather |
| Weight: | 8.74 oz / 248 g |
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La Sportiva Mythos Reviews:
Positive Reviews:
Great Shoe
I have climbed in these 8 - 10 times and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a great all-around shoe. They are very comfortable and I generally leave them on (barring untying just to cool off) for 2+ hours of toproping or bouldering. I really like that the laces go all the way down to the toes since it allows for a better fit.
TRY THESE ON BEFORE BUYING! I wear a size 10 (wider-than-average forefoot) running sneaker and ended up getting these in size 40 (7.5). They were definitely snug (but certainly not painful) at first and now have a perfect fit; I'm actually a bit concerned that they might keep stretching out.
My one main criticism: La Sportiva is pretty wonky in terms of sizing on this model and the fact that I am at the bottom end of their range (size 40 was the smallest EMS had in the store) makes me wonder what a guy with a size 8 would do, buy the female version?!
TRY THESE ON BEFORE BUYING! I wear a size 10 (wider-than-average forefoot) running sneaker and ended up getting these in size 40 (7.5). They were definitely snug (but certainly not painful) at first and now have a perfect fit; I'm actually a bit concerned that they might keep stretching out.
My one main criticism: La Sportiva is pretty wonky in terms of sizing on this model and the fact that I am at the bottom end of their range (size 40 was the smallest EMS had in the store) makes me wonder what a guy with a size 8 would do, buy the female version?!
Legend
I couldn't let this should get a bad rap from one dissatisfied costumer. There is a reason this is one of the most popular shoes among climbers of all skill levels. This shoe can tackle just about any form of climbing you can think of. It's very adjustable and very comfortable. Comfort however, can be it's greatest weakness just as it is it's greatest strength. The shoe will break in a lot and stretch. I would advise sizing down smaller than you're used to. Overall, I'd say this is one of the best shoes you can buy.
The best shoe I could buy
I was having the hardest time finding the right shoe....they all seemed to hurt me above the big toe. When I tried on the Mythos I wasn't sure if I was asleep or awake. They felt more comfortable then my sneakers, and on the wall, they provide the performance to back up their hefty price. I wouldn't recommend them for bouldering because there is no overtoe, so you're limited on your level of skill. But on vertical ascents, I'm convinced this shoe cannot be beat because of its quality and most importantly, it's unbelievable comfort.
possibly the perfect shoe
in the past 15 years I have had 10 pairs of shoes and I always end up wearing the mythos. unlined and laced to the toes so it literally molds itself to your foot after a bit, they stretch a bit w/time so go a little small. used on long trad routes, sport, bouldering and gym. they are great for all , amazingly comfortable and great performance. my idea of the perfect shoe. one downside; they are so soft beginners with weak feet/toes will get tired quickly.
Good Shoes - I'm on my 5th pair of Mythos' and they are without a doubt the best all-around shoe out there. They fit snugly enough for hard stuff yet are comfy enough for all-day adventures. Their only problem is that they have an amazing propensity to stretch - my first pair was a 42.5 that fit snugly and I'm now down to a 40.5 that has stretched out nicely. (I wear an 11 normally.) So fit these shoes TIGHT cause they will stretch!
beautiful construction, very comfortable
Awesome shoes; nice cut, soft leather; perform just as intended. Only fallback for me is that a more aggressive design can be helpful on more challenging moves - but again this is a point of personal style and preference; overall the comfort is unsurpassed. A snug fitting pair of these will offer top of the line comfort and performance. Definitely recommended overall if you do not require a very serious arch.
These are all day comfortable, for big walls and multi pitch, but also aggressive enough to tackle some 5.10-5.11c and V6's with out wishing for a more aggressive point. The do stretch, but because they are leather and natural color you don't end up with weird looking stinking feet, I wear a 9.5 to 10 depending on the brand and wear the 41.5 in the mytho's.
great trad shoe
love this shoe! best trad shoe ive used. very comfortable for all day climbs where youre going to be in your shoes for an extended time. problem is they are a leather shoe and will stretch a bit. so size appropriately. been very durable and rubber holds up well. i am hard on my gear, these are doing very well! super pleased.
Good Shoe
pretty decent shoe, the only brand the fits my size 8 1/2 foot nicely. I use it out on new England rocks and it sticks well. Havent had it long enough to tell the durability of it but so far so good. The ability to crank down just a little more with the loops at the laces was nice. Good Shoe
Good Fits
Like having the slight quarter size difference between the mens (bigger) and womens Mythos, to get to choose between having toes fully flat (to slice better into foot/toe jams on crack routes) or slightly scrunched up. I own both the mens and womens 41.5, and also even tighter-fitting and stiffer sport climbing shoes with toes fully scrunched up.
Negative Reviews:
Good starting shoe
This shoe is good if your just getting your first pair of shoes and are not that into climbing yet. They are good crack climbing shoes and they are good if you want something comfortable but thats not all the time what you need when you start getting into more advanced climbs. They felt good and tight when i first bought them but they stretched out a lot more then i thought they would so it kinda feels like i'm just wearing a normal shoes so i don't get the support i want when i'm on jibs or tight spots. They are really good for smearing and other things like that but if you are more of a technical or aggressive climber then I wouldn't recommend these.
This shoe is poorly designed which leads to great discomfort. The shoelace eyelid by the toes is metallic and presses against the toes which leads to great pain. Further, they rust over time which doesn't help the problem.
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