In reply to Jus:
I tried/have the “new” Pinkies, made in China. The rubber is less sticky. So I changed the Unparallel laces, super sticky rubber and good well made but less pointy. I bought as an – very recommended – alternative for the 5.10 Anasazi’s, Tenaya lace (they are yellowish). Very much like what the Anasazi’s were but only way better.