Butora Narsha Tight Fit Climbing Shoe

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Butora Narsha Tight Fit Climbing Shoe and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 80 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.1 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 43

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Very durable for long-term use over multiple climbing seasons.
  • Narrow and tight fit for a secure and snug feel.
  • Provides ample rubber and grip for confidence during heel hooks.
  • The shoe is sensitive enough to get a feel of the rock while bouldering.
  • The rubber is very sticky to grip on a variety of terrain.
  • The shape and material is aggressive for expert and advanced climbers.

Expert Reviews

  • The aggressive down-camber works especially well for climbers who frequently do bouldering routes.
  • Provides a snug fit that works well for overhung routes or shorter climbs.
  • The rubber cover on the toe and heel area make heel hooking and toe hooking easy and efficient.
  • The internal strap is easily adjustable for personalisation of fit.
  • The aesthetic of the shoe is stylish for wearing in-between routes.
  • The heel system provides ample stretch to get the perfect fit for your foot.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • The sizing might run a little small, so it is best to try this shoe on in-person before purchasing.
  • Not the best choice for slab or smear climbing due to the lack of sensitivity.
  • The shape might be too aggressive for use on multi-pitch routes, limiting the shoe’s versatility.

Expert Reviews

  • These shoes run small, so either purchase a half-size up or try-on in a store before buying to get the correct fit for your foot.
  • The upper is stiffer then other choices on the market, so it lacks the ability to conform to your foot shape.

Summary:

The Butora Narsha Tight Fit Climbing Shoe is a stiff, aggressive, and durable shoe that performs especially well for toe and heel hooking. Since this shoe has an aggressive construction and down-camber shape, it might not be the best option for multi-pitch routes, but is a great choice for bouldering, overhung routes, and short climbs.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3.