Helix Women's F25

Finally, a pair of climbing shoes that don't make me want to kick them off after twenty minutes—the flat last keeps my toes relaxed all session, and the classic randing feels reassuringly sturdy on every edging foothold. For the price, these are honestly unbeatable as a comfy all-day shoe.

After a few months in these, the flat last feels stable on long routes, and the price was hard to beat for a solid all-around shoe.

The padded tongue makes a huge difference on longer sessions—my feet don't ache halfway through like they did with my old pair. The flat last feels stable on easier climbs, and for this price, it’s hard to argue with the value.