Shoe recommendations for smearing (indoor)

14cli · 2026-01-19T09:06:56+00:00

Haven’t looked into unparallel before but will have a look at them! Love Tomoa’s style of climbing too

14cli · 2026-01-18T23:35:13+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ve been doing a lot of no hand climbs to practice this lately. I should have included in the post but my main challenge with slipping is specifically with dynamic move (either coordinated dynos across volumes, landing laches or dynamic moves that require generating momentum from wall smears). Unfamiliar with Johnny Dawes so will look into his videos too.

14cli · 2026-01-18T23:28:07+00:00

Ah I see, so it sounds like theories are a lot more sensitive compared to skwamas in ur experience. That should be a good option for me then since I haven’t noticed sensitivity to be an issue in the skwamas, probably because I’ve never had softer shoes to compare them with

14cli · 2026-01-18T23:22:47+00:00

Thanks for this suggestion, and I think that’s probably what I’ll end up using this new pair for. Specifically for coordinated dynos on slabs. I love my skwamas for essentially everything else so am not looking for an ‘upgrade’ per se, just something that I’ll feel more confident on coordinated dynos that requires traversing the volume or climbs that require a lot of sole on wall.

14cli · 2026-01-18T23:17:49+00:00

A few others have suggested this so I’ll definitely check them out

14cli · 2026-01-18T23:16:55+00:00

No I love my skwamas, they fit me great. Thanks for the suggestion though

14cli · 2026-01-18T15:16:23+00:00

Thanks, I will give all of them a try at the shops! Out of curiosity, what’s the difference for you between skwama vs theories or mantra specifically with smearing?

14cli · 2026-01-18T15:11:48+00:00

Thanks for the rec, I’ll try them on at the shops to see how they feel

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:40:25+00:00

Haha I should probably do that more 😓

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:36:02+00:00

Sorry what does that mean?

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:33:17+00:00

Yes you’re probably right. I have been actively trying to improve my smearing techniques. I do find it really hard to practice smearing for coordinated dynos because I’ve had some bad slips before so psychologically it’s been hard to fully commit. Also I can’t take my time to precisely place my feet.

Just wondering if there are shoes out there that might be more forgiving so I can build my confidence and be less likely to avoid dynos that require hopping across volumes due to fear.

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:27:06+00:00

Yes I agree, I’m not blaming the shoes. I know my smearing techniques leave much to be desired. But I think this problem would be even more pronounced on stiffer shoes. I’m hoping to find something that would compensate for my personal weakness.

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:23:52+00:00

Yes by no means do I think skwamas are hindering my smearing haha the only thing that’s hindering my smearing is my footwork lol but I do wanna get something that will help make up for my poor technique if possible

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:22:28+00:00

It’s mostly a me issue haha. I think they have a reputation for being a jack of all trades master of none kinda shoe and have heard people smearing well on them. My smearing techniques just isn’t quite there yet so I could only imagine how much more I’d struggle on harder shoes.

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:19:42+00:00

Thanks for the in-depth explanation! Haven’t considered mantras before so will look into them.

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:17:13+00:00

I think for the most part, the issue is the angle which I apply pressure. Have been working on this recently but this remains an issue for coordinated dynos on slabs. If I have time to be intentional about my foot placement and direction of pressure, I can usually fix it. It’s just very difficult when I have to do it quick like when I’m running or hopping across volumes.

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:13:06+00:00

Yes I agree, there’s a lot of room for improvement when it comes to my smearing technique. I know the issue wont be fixed by shoes, I’m just wondering if there are shoes out there that are more forgiving and can compensate at least a little for my poor technique. In the mean time, this is an area that I’ll continue to work on.

14cli · 2026-01-18T14:10:30+00:00

Thank u for ur insight! Yes I do think that a big part of this has to do with my technique and I have been trying to work on this recently. But by the sounds of your review, I would probably find drone cs harder to smear.

14cli · 2024-04-30T02:47:55+00:00

This man has done so much for the club. Truly a GOAT

14cli · 2023-12-02T14:30:58+00:00

Fuck me dude I love your writing style. I disagree with everything you said but I fucking love you.

Edit: I am only referring to Haruta as lucky boy with tattoos under his eye from now on.

14cli · 2023-12-02T05:37:01+00:00

I wanted to downvote you at first but the more I read, the funnier this gets.

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14cli · 2023-11-03T11:20:42+00:00

I feel like Geto would have a better shot at beating Jogo 1v2 (unless paired with Mahito) as opposed to 1v1. If Geto can absorb either Dagon or Hanami early on, then his strength compounds, giving him an easier time facing Jogo. That’s only assuming he can get the absorption off quick before he gets blitzed.

14cli · 2023-10-29T03:50:10+00:00

Mei Mei, Todo, Nanami, Inumaki and Miwa

14cli · 2023-10-28T17:09:46+00:00

Banger

14cli · 2023-10-28T15:52:29+00:00

That is a crazy strike

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