La Sportiva N.A. Katana Climbing Shoes

Fit Tip: The Katana has a slightly down-turned toe and has a technical fit with a neutral profile. It has a medium fit asymmetry (curvature of shoe). The Katana will stretch less than a half a size in the first six months of regular wear.

Designed on the high performance Miura last, the Katana is a multipurpose lined shoe that's ideal for the gym or out on the crags. The dual Velcro strap closures have a generous size range to help dial in a proper fit over the breathable tongue. A down turned toe offers superb edging control. Keep in mind that this shoe size runs narrower than some other climbing brands and that the upper may stretch slightly over time.

Lined leather upper
Dual Velcro strap closure
Down turned toe
Slip lasted construction (PD 55 last)
Supportive and sensitive 1.1 mm. Laspoflex midsole in forefoot
3.5 mm. XSV sole with a 1.8 mm. XSV Rand
Weight: 16 oz. per pair in size 41

7 Reviews - La Sportiva N.A.: Katana Climbing Shoes

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Suzie - 2008-09-03

Great shoes
The Katanas fit me perfectly. As with all climbing shoes you have to try them first. My husband simply hates them so it's really a personnal opinion. The edge and smear very well. The sole wont last as long as C4, but comfort comes first when it comes to climbing, especially when you do long multi-pitch routes like I do.

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Anonymous - 2007-05-02

best I have used
I have owned a number of different shoes, and find the variation in fit to be the most important. In general I have found the Sportiva shoes fit me best (over 5.10 and Boriel). Now I have the choice for my next shoe. 3rd pair of katanas, or try a "solution" As others mentioned delamination in the toe seems to be the weak link. But they fair well enough for me to buy them again

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Adam Bunger - 2007-03-20

Katana
My favorite shoe, edges and smears great, although not as durable as some other models if you have sloppy footwork. Might be a little too aggressive for new climbers, but if you're looking for a shoe that equally at home on steep sport, hard boulders and sketchy trad, test drive a pair of these, you won't be disappointed.

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7 Reviews - La Sportiva N.A.: Katana Climbing Shoes

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Suzie - 2008-09-03

Great shoes
The Katanas fit me perfectly. As with all climbing shoes you have to try them first. My husband simply hates them so it's really a personnal opinion. The edge and smear very well. The sole wont last as long as C4, but comfort comes first when it comes to climbing, especially when you do long multi-pitch routes like I do.

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Anonymous - 2007-05-02

best I have used
I have owned a number of different shoes, and find the variation in fit to be the most important. In general I have found the Sportiva shoes fit me best (over 5.10 and Boriel). Now I have the choice for my next shoe. 3rd pair of katanas, or try a "solution" As others mentioned delamination in the toe seems to be the weak link. But they fair well enough for me to buy them again

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Adam Bunger - 2007-03-20

Katana
My favorite shoe, edges and smears great, although not as durable as some other models if you have sloppy footwork. Might be a little too aggressive for new climbers, but if you're looking for a shoe that equally at home on steep sport, hard boulders and sketchy trad, test drive a pair of these, you won't be disappointed.

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Drew Peterson - 2006-10-19

Katana precision is unbeatable
I've had many pairs of Katanas over the years and they are still hard to beat. From steep pockets, to cracks to friction slabs, the Katanas cut deep into any rock. The fit is comfortable, the lining and building materials stretch very little and the vibram XSV rubber is reliable and durable. I appreciate the opposing velcro system to get a nice snug fit. Expect the stretch to be less than a half size in 6 months of regular use. Go for it... you won't be disappointed. Don't hesitate to contact me for more information.

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Eric - 2006-06-17

Nice shoes
Bought these because they were just so comfortable. Mine are just the right size, not too small like most people recommend. I'm able to walk around in them comfortably for the couple of hours I'm at the gym because of the cutout in the sole, yet when climbing they hold to some very small footholds. I've been very pleased.

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Vasya - 2006-06-01

Comfortable shoe
One of the most comfortable fit I know of. The heel does not slip. After a while, the velcro gets old, but that's the problem with all velcro shoes...

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Bob Cross - 2007-05-10

good quality shoes
These shoes are excellent quality and certainly deserve their reputation. Nice edge, can stand on anything with confidence. I bought mine way too small and they have killed me for months as the stretch is minor and slow. make sure you put your feet under pressure when trying on in the shop.

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Sizing Chart

Shoe Size Conversion Chart
Men's Size	Women's Size	European Size
14	--	47.5-48
13.5	--	47-47.5
13	--	46.5-47
12.5	--	45.5-46
12	12.5-13	45-45.5
11.5	12-12.5	44.5-45
11	12	44-44.5
10.5	11.5	43.5-44
10	11	42.5-43
9.5	10.5	42-42.5
9	10	41.5-42
8.5	9.5	41-41.5
8	9	40.5-41
7.5	8.5	39.5-40
7	8	39-39.5
6.5	7.5	38.5-39
6	7	38-38.5
5.5	6.5	37.5-38
5	6	36.5-37
4.5	5.5	36-36.5
4	5	35.5-36
3.5	4.5	35-35.5
3	4	34.5-35
2.5	3.5	34
2	3	--
1.5	2.5	--

Infant: 1-12 months
U.S.	Europe	U.K.	Inches	cm
0.5	16	0	3 1/4	8.3
1	16	0.5	3 1/2	8.9
1.5	17	1	3 5/8	9.2
2	17	1	3 3/4	9.5
2.5	18	1.5	4	10.2
3	18	2	4 1/8	10.5
3.5	19	2.5	4 1/4	10.8
4	19	3	4 1/2	11.4

Toddler: 1-4 years
U.S.	Europe	U.K.	Inches	cm
2	17	1	3 3/4	9.5
2.5	18	1.5	4	10.2
3	18	2	4 1/8	10.5
3.5	19	2.5	4 1/4	10.8
4	19	3	4 1/2	11.4
4.5	20	3.5	4 5/8	11.7
5	20	4	4 3/4	12.1
5.5	21	4.5	5	12.7
6	22	5	5 1/8	13
6.5	22	5.5	5 1/4	13.3
7	23	6	5 1/2	14
7.5	23	6.5	5 5/8	14.3
8	24	7	5 3/4	14.6
8.5	25	7.5	6	15.2
9	25	8	6 1/8	15.6
9.5	26	8.5	6 1/4	15.9
10	27	9	6 1/2	16.5
10.5	27	9.5	6 5/8	16.8
11	28	10	6 3/4	17.1
11.5	29	10.5	7	17.8
12	30	11	7 1/8	18.1

Little Kid: 4-8 years
U.S.	Europe	U.K.	Inches	cm
10	27	9	6 1/2	16.5
10.5	27	9.5	6 5/8	16.8
11	28	10	6 3/4	17.1
11.5	29	10.5	7	17.8
12	30	11	7 1/8	18.1
12.5	30	11.5	7 1/4	18.4
13	31	12	7 1/2	19.1
13.5	31	12.5	7 5/8	19.4
1	32	13	7 3/4	19.7
1.5	33	14	8	20.3
2	33	1	8 1/8	20.6
2.5	34	1.5	8 1/4	21
3	34	2	8 1/2	21.6