The Katana Lace from La Sportiva is dubbed as being "ideal for multi-purpose use". It's a lightweight, asymmetrical, technical shoe that offers a nice balance between comfort and performance. Being able to fit a wide range of feet, the Katana has been finished off with a 4mm Vibram XS Grip rubber sole which offers excellent friction and resistance to wear, both when smearing and on the smallest of edges.
Overall the Katana is a great shoe that does everything well. It is comfortable enough for all-day use whilst being technical enough for harder climbs. It offers exceptional build quality and a snug and secure lacing system.
Upper: A combination of suede leather and microfiber,tubular construction
Lining: Front and back Pacific lining
Midsole: Laspoflex 1,1 mm combined to the P3 System
Sole: Vibram® XS Edge 4 mm
Weight: 500g approx.
Features
Innovative construction method brings together the structural advantages of a lined shoe with the breathable and precision fit characteristics of an shoe with no lining
Breathable, enhanced comfort tongue
Quick lacing system allows for optimal volume regulation
Reviews
Feefo User
28/11/2023
Best technical rockshoes for longer routes out there. They do stretch a little, buy one size down from your EU size - for mid range sizes.
La Sportiva
Born in the heart of the Dolomite mountains, La Sportiva have long been a staple of the climbing and mountain sport community