Five Ten Ascent

Pros: Light, small, great grip, easy to put on.
Cons: Gets uncomfortable after awhile, only used for climbing rock faces.

I have climbed some difficult routes in the outdoors ranging from 5.8 - 5.12, and the Five Ten Ascents have served me very well. When I entered my local climbing store my eyes fell apon these shoes. I asked the gentle man working there about the shoe ...

Pros: Excellent blend of technical climbing ability with comfort
Cons: Shoes tend to stretch considerably, not as precise as other shoes

When I first started climbing several years ago, the Five-Ten Ascent was the second shoe I ever purchased, and despite various stints with other models and brands, the Ascent is always a regular choice for climbing. I can't think of a time now when I...

Pros: extremely comfortable climbing shoe, it has stealth rubber, and you can't go wrong there
Cons: not as aggressive as it could be, if you want that don't buy them

I have owned a pair of five ten ascents for about three months and I really enjoy them. after an initial break in period of about three climbs they really formed to my foot, They are the most comfortable climbing shoe that I have ever worn. It may be because I am not much of a climber but they don't seem to have as much edge as my brothers x-rays but I can hold my own in them. If you are looking for a comfortable all around shoe this is it.