Top 10 inexpensive Trad & Aid Climbing for Ladies

Scarpa Crux Air Approach Shoe – Women’s

Out of Scarpa’s entire selection of approach shoes, the Women’s Crux Air Shoe is by far the airiest, lightest, and most comfortable option for warmer weather. It features the same Vibram sole as Scarpa’s technical approach shoes, even with a MegaGrip rubber compound constructed specifically for slippery rock surfaces. Scarpa strapped this Vibram sole to a knit upper for lightweight comfort and airy breathability that you’ll enjoy when it’s warm enough to climb comfortably.

Metolius Safe Tech Deluxe Harness – Women’s

The Metolius Safe Tech Women’s Deluxe Harness is one of the best fitting, safest harnesses in the world. The Women’s Deluxe is a beefed up version of the All-Around and is designed to lend maximum support to the lower back while simultaneously providing unparalleled freedom of movement. Hard on the outside, soft on the inside with a tough 1050d Ballistics outer layer and a polyethylene foam with brushed inner lining, it is ideal for Big Wall and long Trad, or Sport routes where comfort is paramount. Metolius’ sophisticated adjustment system lets you fine tune the fit by adjusting the riser length; that is the distance between the waist belt and the leg loops. Women generally have much longer riser lengths than Men, so this is particularly important for sizing Women’s harnesses. This harness also boasts the world’s toughest and longest wearing tie-in points. Every component, including leg risers, the gear, haul, and belay loops are engineered to withstand a load of at least 2250 lbf (10kN)”that’s FULL strength and typically the max impact force rating of a modern climbing rope. **ABOUT SAFE TECH HARNESSES: Due to an alarming number of accidents involving the misuse of harnesses and/or the failure of harness components, Metolius designed their Safe Tech Series with every possible margin of safety in mind. The structural systems of the Safe Tech harness have been made as redundant and error-proof as possible, e.g., the waist buckle even shows the word “˜DANGER” if not correctly double-passed.

La Sportiva Mythos Vibram XS Grip2 Climbing Shoe – Women’s

Tighten the around-the-heel lacing system of the La Sportiva Women’s Mythos Climbing Shoe and get an all-around, precise fitting shoe for climbing any rock in the canyon. The soft, unlined leather upper surrounds your foot with enough stretch to allow foot swelling during long multi-pitch routes, while the perforated arch and Dry-Best lined tongue help wick and vent excess foot sweat as you climb. For long belays and rests on big walls, the full-length LaspoFlex midsole adds strength and cushioning so you can reenergize before the crux. The Mythos’s medium-curved shape, pointed toe, and excellent edges allow superior grip on footholds of any shape or size thanks to the 4mm Vibram XS Grip2 outsole.

Deuter ACT Trail SL 22L Backpack – Women’s

Deuter made the Women’s ACT Trail 22 SL Backpack versatile so you can ski, climb, and hike with the same pack. Its AirContact Trail SL suspension system features a women-specific design, stabilizer straps, a flexible frame, ventilated channels, and breathable 3D AirMesh padding at the shoulder straps, waist belt, and back panel.

There are two access points to the ACT Trail’s main compartment, one at the top for packing and another at the front for getting gear quickly. Deuter also added a sleeve for your hydration reservoir, a compartment for dirty clothes, and a rain cover that you can remove for sunny days. There are multiple pockets inside for organization as well, one on the side for a water bottle, and another zippered side for security. The loop at the bottom stores ice axes, trekking poles, or a helmet―whatever your adventure calls for.

Five Ten Rogue Lace-Up Climbing Shoe – Women’s

Five Ten recognizes that you’re as committed to climbing as the next woman, but that doesn’t mean you want to break the bank on shoes. That’s one of the reasons it introduced the new Women’s Rogue Lace-Up Climbing Shoes. Built with the same fit as the low-volume Anasazi, these shoes will provide all-day comfort thanks to their full-leather uppers and lace-up closures, which allow for the most adjustable, comfortable fit possible. Plus, tried and true Stealth C4 rubber outsoles ensure that you have some of the stickiest rubber ever made gracing the bottom of your feet.

Boreal Silex Climbing Shoe – Women’s

The Boreal Women’s Silex Climbing Shoe stays comfortable for pitches on pitches of cracks, slabs, and the occasional foothold. Its breathable and padded Air Net lining gives cushy feel every time you jam your foot in a crack, and there’s an EVA anti-shock heel for extra comfort. Boreal’s Integrated Rand System stabilizes the heel for face and slab moves, and the Slim Fit Last gives a women-specific feel with a lower volume. The FS-Quattro rubber sole offers long-lasting abrasion-resistance, and the split leather upper stretch for a glove-like fit.

Butora Endeavor Climbing Shoe – Wide Fit – Women’s

An all-arounder, the Butora Women’s Wide Fit Endeavor Climbing Shoe feels good on intermediate gym routes, sport crags, and most multi-pitches. Butora shaped this shoe with slight asymmetry and a subtle downturn to help boost your morale on any climb you encounter. The Endeavor’s construction includes a moisture-managing German split-leather upper, stretch-reducing PU strips, and an odor-resisting hemp lining. Updates for this year include Poron’s padding at the breathable mesh tongue for more comfort in cracks. Underfoot, the Endeavor features a stiff midsole to ensure structure on dime-sized edges, and Butora’s butyl F5 rubber sole sticks to slabs and edges equally for smearing or toe-powering.

Salewa Alp Trainer 30+3L Backpack – Women’s

Hit the trail for a long mid summer hike or a weekend hiking and camping mission knowing that the Salewa Alp Trainer 30+3L Backpack will keep you operating at your peak and keep you prepared for anything. The Air Fit 2.0 and Split shoulder straps combine to keep the air flowing between you and your pack which helps prevent heat build up. That heat build up leads to a sweaty back and wet clothes that make hiking uncomfortable. A cool back only helps when you have enough internal capacity and organization to stay prepared for anything the trail can throw at you, luckily the Alp Trainer does not skimp in that area. A large top loading pocket holds all your big items while a plethora of on the go pockets, gear attachment straps, pole fasteners, and a hydration system exit keep you moving quickly and in comfort.

Five Ten Guide Tennie Approach Shoe – Women’s

When the approach is long and rocky, be it giant granite slabs or loose fields of shale, you need a shoe with traction that’s up to the task. The Five Ten Women’s Guide Tennie Shoes use high-friction soles and soft leather to help you keep your footing and stay comfortable during your approach. EVA in the midsole adds support and fights off fatigue through the long hike in, while the water-resistant nubuck leather upper sheds moisture from passing rainstorms.

Gregory Maya 10L Backpack – Women’s

Designed to be a fit for trail users that fancy multiple activities, the Gregory Maya 10L Backpack performs well for hiking, trail running, or mountain biking. Its low-profile design stays out of your way regardless of what you’re doing, yet holds plenty of gear for a full day on the trail. BioSync Suspension provides structure to help the pack move with you, while the women-specific harness provides comfort with an adjustable fit. External and internal pockets organize the essentials, an a hydration sleeve with external access lets you be sure to have your water accessible.