Using the award winning and groundbreaking Hooker Velcro as the launching point, the Loco design team’s goal was to build a shoe optimized both for bouldering and attacking steep overhangs. Using the latest technology and materials, Mad Rock has raised the bar for climbing shoe design and performance. Again. The Loco’s sole is an adapted version of the all-conquering Hooker sole design— but the dual thickness, dual density dual rubber now features a downturned Patented concave design for a claw-like grip and surgical precision. We’re especially proud of the Loco uppers, as they utilize the newest materials and technology: The high-tenacity breathable nylon mesh upper has semi-clear rubber injection welded directly onto it. The rubber coats the entire upper, and is textured in ridge shapes for better toe hooking. The benefits of semi-clear rubber on breathable light-colored uppers is evident to anyone who’s ever climbed in the sunlight, and the concept of encircling your entire foot in super sticky rubber opens up completely new and untapped vistas in the sport. The Loco is also a Mad Rock shoe, so we can’t skimp on comfort: 4mm polyurethane foam is sandwiched between the brushed polyester liner embedded with X-static antimicrobial fibers, and the molded 3-D gusseted tongue keeps everything in place. Triple anatomically die-cut Velcro tabs for quick on/off seals the deal. Some would call the Mad Rock Loco a paradigm shift. We call it revolutionary evolution.
Sole: 3-D molded dual density. Dual thickness, downturned concave Hooker sole Mad Rubber Formula 3 & 5
Heel Cup: 3—D molded Hooker heel with descent tread Mad Rubber Formula 3
Rand: 2.0mm Mad Rubber Formula #3
Upper:High tenacity nylon mesh TPR welded rubber upper
Midsole: 1.5mm heat-molded polyester midsole
Construction: Padded Cuff. Padded lining with X-Static antimicrobial treatment. Molded 3-D gusseted tongue. Slip lasted
Entry/Closure System: Twin external directional pull tabs
Triple Loctite end Velcro closure
Color: Pearl
Proof of Perfection: Mad Rock molded logo
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