Refined Product Title: La Sportiva Men's Tarantula Climbing Shoe

The La Sportiva Tarantula Climbing Shoes are a multifunctional climbing shoe ideal for beginners and instructional walls. Featuring a quick lacing velcro closure system and a standard fit, these shoes deliver comfort, convenience, and versatility.

Constructed using a suede leather upper, the Tarantula ensures the perfect balance of structure and stretch. Designed to provide the right amount of support for uncompromising climbs, this upper guarantees a glove-like fit that minimizes in-shoe slippage - a crucial factor when climbing. Added leather in the toe box offers protection from knocks and scrapes, while rubber in the back ensures the heel is always locked in place. The antiperspirant padded tongue makes the shoes easier to pull on and off, and also eliminates creasing, allowing the shoe to maintain its fresh appearance for longer. Lastly, an innovative closure system consisting of two velcro straps that pull in opposite directions ensures a locked-down fit for added midfoot support.

The midsole of the Tarantula Climbing Shoes is low in profile, saving on weight and increasing underfoot feel. The Laspoflex midsole, 1.8mm thick, provides a level of cushioning that doesn't compromise on sensitivity. The specialized midsole incorporates prehensile in the anterior to increase edging capability and sensitivity, allowing you to feel changes underfoot without experiencing discomfort. The midsole is designed to ensure added adaptability, enabling you to tackle any climb with complete confidence.

Ideal for beginners, the outsole of the Tarantula Climbing Shoes features grippy yet hardwearing FriXion RS. The 4mm outsole has been added to ensure enhanced durability and grip, allowing your feet to respond to all types of terrain. This ultra-sticky compound provides maximum performance as you climb from rock to rock; it is also just as sticky on plastic as it is on rock, allowing the shoe to be used both indoors and outdoors.

In terms of buying tips, rock climbing shoes are designed to fit differently than other footwear. It is recommended to reference the La Sportiva size chart in the product images for more accurate sizing. The fit should be tight for proper sensitivity, and it is advised to buy 0.5 to 1 US size smaller than your street shoes.

The Tarantula Climbing Shoes are built to last, with high-quality materials and construction. The 1.8mm LaspoFlex at the midsole and 5mm FriXion RS at the sole make the Tarantula as stable as it is durable, ensuring your investment will withstand the demands of your climbing journey.

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