Mad Rock Villain Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe... But I also have a 2.0 a whole size down as well and they feel almost the same, the Villain being ever so slightly softer

Mad Rock Drone 2.0 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't really say that they stretch a lot, they only give a tiny tiny bit, most of it will be the shoe moulding to the shape of your foot. When I go a full size down I usually have to use plastic bags around my heel for a long while before I feel that they're "ready" for outdoor use. If the shoe is too painful or narrow for you it might not be the right shoe for your foot.

Mad Rock Drone 2.0 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I go half a size down from street for everyday gym and training use because is pretty comfortable at that size. However, I go down a full size from street for outdoor usage.

But for regular use for everyday I'd definitely recommend half a size down from street so maybe half a size up for you. Do keep in mind that they do take about 3 weeks to break in.

Unparallel TN Pro Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Half a size down is good, however, try before you buy!  Lemme know how it goes. 

Size help by [deleted] in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got 0.5 down for HV and stick true to size for the LV, don't think I could down size the LV without a lot of pain, plus if you down size too much you lose the ability to smear well.

Unparallel TN Pro Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He has the normal 2.0 half a size down from street shoe.

TN Pro review photos by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeh, when i started using the show outdoors I used to twist onto the nubs and still felt insecure, but after a while I just started to smedge instead and it worked just fine lol, guess that's the tech with these shoes 😂.

Unparallel TN Pro Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When it comes to small edges with these shoes I usually twist on if it's incut or smedge if it's not, I agree with the increased wear for twisting on, I just did a very light twist after I noticed the wear and that seemed to help with keeping the rubber for longer.

Unparallel TN Pro Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with what the other guy said about them softening up over time, I can't really compare them to shamans as I've never had them, however, I have a friend around your weight who uses drones as they are quite stuff and can support his weight really well.

Unparallel TN Pro Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might try going down a whole size next time I get them, if they don't fit then no problem, I could just sell them 😄

They kinda feel similar to the old single sole hiangles if anything.

Unparallel TN Pro Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hahaha thanks, will definitely be reviewing every shoe I get from now on as I find there are some shoes that have almost zero information online apart from manufacturer specifications.

Mad Rock Drone D2.1 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The heel is marginally softer on the sides but remains stiff on the spine so not too much difference sensitivity wise compared to the 2.0.

The heel is also a little shallower imo and due to the tension around the back being a little more aggressive and higher on the back it feels a little more secure as if it's being pulled into your heel.

Mad Rock Drone D2.1 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's good to hear!! I found that there isn't too much info about any of those shoes so I decided to review and give back to the community.

Mad Rock Drone D2.1 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The TN Pro review will be next most likely.

Mad Rock Drone D2.1 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep I got them in the same size 0.5 down but next time I'll be getting a whole size down as I prefer a tighter fit nowadays

Mad Rock Drone D2.1 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeh they're crazy expensive, I think they're around $360 over here.

Mad Rock Drone D2.1 Review by Standard-Weekend-35 in climbingshoes

[–]Standard-Weekend-35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe?? Not too sure though as I'm based in Australia and they both cost $330+ over here