Tests & reviews

Five Ten - Aleon - Climbing shoes tested

Praise vs. Criticism

Aaron

29.11.2020

I would definitely recommend this shoe.

I used the Aleon for 3~6 months before wearing through.
The shoe is good for bouldering and small edges/smearing.

Excels in competition style climbing.

Advantages
High edge stability
Good fit
Good grip
good fit of heel
Disadvantages
poor for toe hooks
soft
VS

Stephen

23.01.2024

Good shoe, but don't last long!

I had my original five ten Niad VCS shoes for over a year, they finally gave up and I thought I woudl try something new.. But these have lasted only a few months, I climb 2 times a week at most!!! Bonkers.

Not happy with the durability on these...

Would recommend a different shoe!

Advantages
Good grip
High edge stability
Disadvantages
Long break-in period
Uncomfortable
Not long lasting

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This is what other customers say:

Jonny
07.12.2022
Good shoe but doesnt last and fit was questionable

First Shoe - Bought Size 12 - Normal Shoe size 11

The shoe overall took a while to break in, even after a few sessions and warm showers to make them fit to my feet. Even after multiple sessions straps had to be on the front velcro to prevent air pocket under feet when loosely strapped on, proceeding in farting sound which was annoying.
After 4-5 months small hole appeared on right shoe at the toe. I've seen pictures of other climbers with similar problem. I am a beginner, only climbed for 8 months, level ranging around 6b to 7a. Hole may of came from me booting the wall a few times on accident so could be either me or the shoes fault. However, my friends who i started climbing with, their shoes have lasted atleast a couple months longer than my aleons so take that as you will.
Overall, quite happy with the shoe, was somewhat comfortable once 'broken in', performed well however, was a shame that they didn't last that long.
Again I am a beginner, so take my advice with a grain of salt, moving onto skwama's next, hope this helps :)

Product images by Jonny
  • After 1/2 months climbing with the hole in right shoe

  • Advantages
    High edge stability
    Good grip
    Cool Aesthetic
  • Disadvantages
    Not comfortable
    Suited Fit
    Wears Down Quick

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