Why are climbing shoes curved?

To give more strength and rigidity to the front of your foot.





If the front of your foot was flat on a small feature then the force of gravity would be pushing your toes up, with climbing shoes the force is directed back along your toes more, which gives less strain.

Why are climbing shoes curved?
BECAUSE THEY ARE PRACTICAL SO YOU DO NOT TRIPO OR FALL
Reply:What everyone else said basically. Plus they are flexabile and can get into small cracks and onto small holds like your fingers can. Magic!
Reply:for better grips.
Reply:to get a better grip on the rocks
Reply:So you can wrap your feet round rocks for better grip.
Reply:So you don't trip over pointed toes and fall down the mountain.
Reply:there not when your feet are in them...



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