When you’re run out and staring at the crux, the most important gear you have – is on your feet. Introducing Black Diamond’s most aggressive shoe, the Shadow - designed for delivering power and attacking steeper sport climbs and boulder problems. Built upon Black Diamond’s unrivalled legacy of industry leading technology, research and development, the Shadow is a climbing shoe that can deliver maximum performance with optimal comfort: whether you’re spending a whole day at the crag or crushing at the gym.
The Black Diamond Shadow climbing shoes are constructed with an aggressive, down-turned last which encourages your toes to a hooked position for precision and power. This style and fit establishes the Shadow as a performance shoe for intermediate climbers and beyond, catering to both boulderers and climbers who want to keep their shoes on throughout a long day of climbing.
Designed with an upper fabric that consists entirely of Black Diamond’s engineered knit technology, the Shadow provides stretch where you need it, support where it matters and all around exceptional breathability, to ensure you can push your limits every session. The Shadow features durable, uniquely moulded rubber – engineered to optimize weight, streamline performance consistency and enhance comfort, additionally complimented by a minimalist soft-flex midsole for intricate sensitivity.
Black Diamond’s Shadow is a single-strap Velcro shoe that combines innovative technology with a classic, down-turned hook design to create an advanced, aggressive shoe that excels in all-day performance.
Type: Aggressive, downturned last for steep routes and bouldering
Ability: Intermediate to advanced
Closure: Single velcro strap
Rubber: 4.3mm rubber is built for durability and moulded for optimal consistency and performance
Midsole: Minimalist soft-flex midsoles provide added sensitivity and comfort
Upper: Synthetic knit fabric uppers provide stretch where you need it, support where it matters and exceptional breathability
Weight: Approx. 800g
Black Diamond have been making top end gear for climbing and skiing since 1957 by taking their experiences on rock, ice, and snow to make some of the best gear for climbers and skiers all over the world.