In reply to Andypeak:
Hey,
I’ve used the new Ballet a lot and really rate them. They’re comfy, stiffish, yet still have a technical toe box. An excellent shoe for longer routes. The high top protects my ankle and I also find keeps my feet warmer. I’ve just returned from a week guiding sea stacks in stormy weather and have used the Ballet throughout.
My feet are around a UK 9 and ballets are size 8.5. This is a fairly relaxed fit and I sometimes wear socks with them for a more performance fit. They seem to last well, my pair is on their second resole (Llanberis Resoles). I’ve climbed up to E3 in them, but that was Winking Crack. I’ve also climbed 6b friction slabs at the Envers in them. But for my hardests leasts on slate or limestone I’d prefer something a little more technical like a crux Velcro or a lynx.
Hope this helps.
Tom (loosely supported by Boreal)