Mad Rock - Shark III HV - Climbing Shoes

• Best for:
  • Bouldering
  • Sport climbing
  • Indoor climbing

Why we love it

The Shark 3's standout trick is the Adjustable Elastic Band System – a hidden band under the toe patch that lets you widen, tighten, or lock down the instep to your exact fit. Science Friction 3.0 on the split outsole drives durable edging, while Xtreme Friction over the toe grips hard on hooks. The redesigned dual-fin heel opens up new ways to lock into arêtes and corners, and molded knuckle bumps keep the toes comfortable in an aggressive stance. 

Tech Specs

• Profile: Neutral – significant asymmetry, hybrid stiffness
• Volume: High volume (HV) – average to wide feet, taller insteps, larger heels
• Upper: SynFlex synthetic – stretchy breathable tongue
• Midsole: 1.8 mm polycarbonate – targeted
• Outsole: Science Friction 3.0 – split outsole
• Toe patch: Xtreme Friction
• Rand: Science Friction R2
• Closure: Hook-and-loop + Adjustable Elastic Band System

Features

• Adjustable Elastic Band System: A hidden band underneath the toe patch that lets you dial in the instep fit – widen it, tighten it, or lock it down. Mad Rock's most versatile-fitting performance model.
• Science Friction 3.0: Mad Rock's stickiest, most durable primary rubber compound – used on the split outsole for powerful, long-lasting edging support.
• Xtreme Friction Toe Patch: Mad Rock's softest, grippiest rubber over the toe and instep – for secure, confident toe hooks.
• Dual-Fin 3D Hooking Heel: A redesigned patented heel cup with a second fin alongside the original – opening up new ways to lock in around arêtes, corners, and unconventional heel positions.
• Compression Molded Toe Box with Knuckle Bumps: Molded knuckle bumps keep the toes comfortable even in an aggressive stance.
• Patented Concave Sole: Concave sole geometry for enhanced traction, structure, and control across all surfaces.
• ArchFlex System: Secures the fit and activates the foot's arch muscles – improving support and climbing efficiency.
• Science Friction R2 Rand: High-elasticity rand rubber offering give without loss of performance – for a comfortable, glove-like fit.
• Vegan-friendly