Climbing shoes don't make the climber, but they definitely make the climbing easier.
The type of shoe you select depends on your climbing style and whether the shape of the shoe fits your foot. Crack climbers, boulders, alpinists, and gym climbers may all choose slightly different styles. Read more
Dirt and oil will accelerate the degradation of new shoes and adversely affect their ability to perform sleight of foot on the rock. Read more