La Sportiva Tarantula Boulder Climbing Shoe USM 13.5, EUR 47.5, Metal/Sunset

Retail return in like new condition.  Some chalk smudges from try on, no visible signs of wear and tear.  Original box, no tags.  "Defect" is the dirty condition, no issues with the shoes.  Later pictures of actual shoes.

Generally sized down 1-2 full EU sizes from a standard EU street shoe size.

The best-selling Tarantula climbing shoe is reinvigorated with additional features to help beginner climbers focus on bouldering and more complex climbing movements. Additional Toe Rubber increases durability and toe-hooking capabilities, and an updated heel helps facilitate heel hooking.

• Increased sensitivity, a more protective toe patch and a newly designed heel optimize the dynamic nature of bouldering in the gym
• The half-sole construction increases broad movement abilities and sensitivity while reducing waste when resoling is needed
• New heel construction enhances heel hook performance with increased rubber Ccverage
• Rubber toe cap integrated into the rubber rand optimizes toe hooking performance and increases overall shoe durability