Too early for Katana Lace as a second shoe?
I’ve been climbing a little over a month and I’m around V3. Mostly indoor bouldering right now, but I’m starting to do more ropes and expect that’ll increase.
My first pair was Mad Rock Rovers and I definitely messed up sizing because I was new. They work, but shift a little and feel bigger than ideal. Some climbing friends said a second pair isn’t a bad idea and I could keep the Rovers for longer sessions while getting something to grow into.
Part of why I’m looking now is the REI sale. I tried both the Solution and Katana and both felt good, but the Katana seemed more versatile for someone doing both bouldering and ropes.
I’m a guy but have been looking at the white/women’s Katana Lace since I keep hearing they’re softer and more comfortable, and the split sole seems appealing for indoor climbing.
Am I getting ahead of myself here, or is the Katana a reasonable second shoe for someone at this stage?