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Thread: 5.10 Canyoneers? Likes, dislikes, advice

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    5.10 Canyoneers? Likes, dislikes, advice

    OK. It's looking more and more like the 19 May '06 Cedar City ACA class. I'm holding off the reservation until I have confirmation of the time off but that's what it's lookin' like at the moment.

    Most of the gear recommended and even many of the techniques discussed on previous posts are familiar from rock climbing, mountaineering, and even a bit of tech rescue training, but the 5.10 Canyoneers (what did RAM call them in the freezefest TR; Bumblebees?) are not. I wouldn't have thought SCUBA indtruction would be handy but at least I've got a variety of wetsuits...

    The descriptions I've been able to find are vague and the testimonials few. So what is the deal? I have and use different footwear for many situations and in wet canyons I can see tearing up my LaSportiva Clifs pretty fast, not to mention that they aren't great approach shoes, let alone real hiking.

    Folks have recommended sneakers, which I'm not really opposed to (other than buying many pairs as I wear them out fast) but I've had pretty dismal results scrambling in sneakers as they edge-roll badly and the sole rubber varies widely in gripping power.

    So I'm soliciting opinions on these. I have no problem investing the $ if I'm going to get a return on the investment.

    Please fire away. Thanks.

    Don

    "Think where man's glory begins and ends and say that my glory was that I had such friends." - Yeats

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    Don,

    the 5.10's are really cool water course shoes, but you won't be needing them for Rich's class. They are a nice addition to any wet slot canyon, but during his class you won't be subjected to any of those.
    Chances are, Rich will take you to a couple of spots in the hills to the east of Cedar, one to do natural anchors and stemming, and the other to do a practical rappel in canyon. both of which do not require the use of such a fancy shoe. tennis shoe hikers are perfect for this class. in addition, Rich will supply any and all equipment that you need, w/ a variety of descenders if you chose to experiment w/ a few. Rich is a wealth of knowledge, so listen up and ask lots and lots of questions.

    as far as shoe recommendations, i think you'll find that this a one of those areas where everyone likes something a little different. for wet slots the 5.10 is great, not perfect but compared w/ it's competition there are pretty nice. for general hiking or approach walking i personally like tennis shoe hikers (ie merril, columbia, new balance). pack hiking i prefer something that supports my ankles more, like a true hiking boot. i just recently got a pair of Asolo fsn 95 gtx hiking boots that i just love. they fit my "Barney Rubble" feet just right...

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    Many people don't like the 5.10 Canyoneers. I don't know why? It's really weird because it's more of a situation where either you LOVE them or you absolutely HATE them. I have never met a person that is indifferent towards them. When I ask the 5.10 haters why they hate them, here's the range of replies:

    1. I just don't like them.

    2. They don't fit well.

    3. I just don't like them.

    4. They're not a good approach shoe.

    5. They're ugly.

    6. I just don't like them.

    The fact that most of the 5.10 haters can't really explain WHY they hate them makes me believe that they just like being contrary. The 5.10s are pretty popular, and I think these people are just trying to be different.

    Personally I like them. I just bought my second pair a few months ago. I put my first pair through hell, and they held up very well. I wore my first pair through about 25 canyons. On all 25 of those, I wore the 5.10s as the approach and egress shoe into and out of the canyons.

    I like them because they fit snugly, they drain well, they stick to sandstone well, and they're durable. On top of that, 5.10 has a smokin' return policy. If you have ANY problem with them whatsoever, return them for a new pair -- no questions asked!
    It's only "science" if it supports the narrative.

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    I agree with Marc -- you won't be needing a fancy shoe while taking any ACA course. Old beat up tennies should be fine.
    It's only "science" if it supports the narrative.

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    I love my 5.10 and would never ware any other shoe canyoneering. I first used a rented pair to do the Subway a few years back and I fell in love with them. I too have just recently bought a second pair after trashing my first in about 20 canyons.

    Pros:
    First and foremost is friction. These stick like glue to sandstone, even wet sandstone. I thought this would only last the first few canyon but found the still very sticky right to the end. Second is they drain very well and will dry fast. Third is that they are comfortable and light.

    Cons:

    First they are a soft shoe, meaning the souls are not very hard. This means you feel more rocks under your feet than you would a hiking boot. I took a couple of times of me warring them before my feet got used to it. Second they suck when hiking in dry loose sand. The quick drain features also let fine loose sand in as easy as water. I had a couple of experiences where I was hiking across sand dune type terrain and having my 5.10
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    I like the 5.10 Canyoneer and own a pair. Actually I've owned 4 pair over the years. I like the Nike Reverio better and bought two extra pair when I heard they were discontinued. But after I wear out the Nikes I'll be back to wearing the Canyoneers unless something better comes along. I can't think of anyone I know who actually owned a pair of Canyoneers that hates them.

    Most the negative I've noticed comes from those who wish they owned a pair of Canyoneers

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    I'm actually looking at buying a pair, but 5.10 is coming out with a new model Feb. 1st, so I am waiting to see what they are like. It's not the bumblebee yellow anymore, so RAM will have to find a new nickname for them. There are some extensive reviews on backpackgeartest.org, including a review written by the emperor, Tom Jones. Here is a link:

    http://www.backpackgeartest.org/revi...n%20Canyoneer/

    Eric.

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    Where are you getting your info that the new Canyoneers will NOT be yellow and black? Far as I know they are still going to be bumble-bees. 5.10 has some other products coming that might be good for canyoneering that are a different color.

    And for a little history lesson.... I believe Kip Marshall was the feller who coined the term "bumble bees". Kip is one of the Zion guru's.

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    anyone know what changes they made to the 06'?

    maybe someone going to the OR show can check em' out?

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    I saw a picture of the new ones....trying to remember where. I'll see if I can dig it up. As I recall there was still yellow and black, but not as bright of yellow. They ddin't look as obnoxious.

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    Shiiiiitttt..... that cute little candy ass strap won't last 10 minutes in a mae west.
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    I've been told that they're more durable than the original. Made by a different factory. The 5.10 Insight looks like it has the same sole, and has gotten very good reviews. One reviewer hiked over 200 miles in his and they were still doing fine. Guess we'll have to see, eh.

    I'm getting a pair of the insights for dry canyons, and as an approach shoe. I'll let ya know how it goes.

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    The 2006 Canyoneer is supposed to be available in March 2006 and offer improved sole, improved traction, improved stealth rubber. And it appears the ugly yellow color has been toned down.

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    Here's some reviews on the 5.10 Insight. It sounds like a good shoe
    http://tinyurl.com/9a4h3

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    Quote Originally Posted by Iceaxe
    Where are you getting your info that the new Canyoneers will NOT be yellow and black? Far as I know they are still going to be bumble-bees. 5.10 has some other products coming that might be good for canyoneering that are a different color.
    Just the small amount of info I got from the dude at the Black Diamond Store. He said that 5.10 is re-vamping all of their trail shoes this year, they would be a different color, and they are scheduled to get the new canyoneers Feb. 1st. He might be wrong on the date though if you saw March as the release date.

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    As usual you folks have a great, practical take on this stuff.

    Thanks for the great info all around. Sounds like the 5.10's will be a good investment when I get some experience and start looking to increase skills/challenge/frequency of canyons.

    BTW - Picked up an ATC-XP. We were practicing self/team rescue and I ended up not getting enough friction out of the straight ATC when taking both mine and another climbers weight. Kept hitting the autoblock because I couldn't get the control I needed with that much weight on single strand 10mm (about 350# and it was live weight, as in "hold still or I'll knock you out myself!!!"). The XP really makes a difference, stops you COLD on 10mm with little or no effort.

    Thanks again,
    Don

    "Think where man's glory begins and ends and say that my glory was that I had such friends." - Yeats

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    It looks like anyone wanting 5.10 Canyoneers is out of luck... It appears production has been halted for anther year and the new version of the shoe currently dubbed "Canyoneer 2" will not be released until the Spring of 2007. I found the following on Zion Adventures website. Zion Adventure usually has the straight dope on the Canyoneers.

    After many years working with 5.10 at the design table with low, mid, and variable iterations of shoes, we came up with today's design. Proven over the last 4 years to be the most popular canyoneering shoe in both the US and Europe, this shoe has limited production in the US for 2006. Zion Adventure Company is the only retailer for these shoes in North America. Delivery of the Canyoneer 2, an upgraded version, has been halted for this coming season as we refine materials and attempt to rebuild the shoe from the ground up. We look forward to offering this new revision, the Canyoneer 2 in late Spring of 2007.

    http://www.zionadventures.com/store/...tserial=303705

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    I know it's a little late but I thought I would chime in a little here. I bought a pair of Canyoneers a few weeks ago and finally was able to really put them to the test this last week. I had planned on doing three canyons plus a backpack trip in them. We ended up only doing 2 canyons, but still did the backpack trip. The Canyoneers were the only pair of shoes I wore the whole trip (besides the time around camp where I just wore socks). I was hesitant to do this because of all the rumors I had heard about them being a terrible approach shoe etc... They seem loose on me but I decided an extra pair of shoes wasn't worth the extra weight, my pack already weighed near 60 lbs. My canyoneers were awesome, no blisters, no nothing. My feet were no more tired or beat up than any other pair of shoes I've worn, and with neoprene socks they were MUCH more comfy then my old pair of trial runners. The sticky rubber is awesome, I was really impressed. I don't know why they get a bad rap with some people, I thought they were worth every penny. I do agree they are pretty ugly though.

    Eric.

    P.S. TR of the backpack trip to come eventually. A short video of Trail Canyon probably tomorrow, just waiting on Google Video to post it.

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