Climbing shoe

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A climbing shoe is a specialized type of footwear designed for rock climbing. Typical climbing shoes have a tight fit, an asymmetrical downturn, and a sticky rubber sole with an extended rubber rand to the heel and the toe.[1] Different types of shoes can be better suited for different levels of technique and routes.[2]

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