Mad Rock Drone HV 2.0 Climbing Shoe for Climbers

The Drone 2 HV is the organic evolution of the Mad Rock Drone, still performing at exceptional levels but with greater comfort. Boasting bursting technology, the Drone 2's downturned and asymmetrical profile helps deliver both precision and power as the problem goes past vertical, while the 3D molded heel keeps you locked in and able to hook, smear, and jam easily.

The shoe's upper features stretch materials to maintain high comfort, and the molded toe box and heel, alongside more support from the Arch Flex, keep the shoe snug without being painful. The HV model accommodates slightly higher volume feet, complementing the LV version available for those with smaller heels and less foot volume.

Mad Rock's new Science Friction 3.0 compound, developed through exhaustive research and a new production process in the USA, marks a special milestone for the brand. More durable than previous formulas, this new compound also boasts higher friction, achieved by increasing the tear strength and memory of the mix. This optimal balance is incorporated into components like the 3D Hooking Heel, 3D Concave Sole, and the soles of all Mad Rock rock shoes.

The patented Concave Sole allows climbers to utilize their feet as they would their hands, being optimal for grabbing at holds while climbing on overhangs, and helping to create a sharper edge and better support for standing on tiny holds and edges. The Arch Flex system, using the 1.8mm thick R2 rand rubber formula, provides an unbelievably comfortable, glove-like fit by hugging and locking the foot in place without the pain associated with other high-performance shoes.

The 3D Molded Heel Cup, designed with the help of the brand's athlete team, features grooves to improve hooking ability and ensures that the heel won't pop off the project. Other details include a compression-molded Science Friction 3.0 rubber toe box, the patented Concave Sole and 3D expandable hooking heel, a downturned and twisted profile for power and precision, and a low-profile, pointy toe box. The shoe also features a stretch and breathable tongue, and the HV model offers a wider toe box, bigger heel cup, and boxier profile.

Mad Rock's goal from the start has been to offer the most sophisticated designs and materials at a fair price, and their message of value, quality, durability, and climbing enjoyment continues to resonate, with competitors increasingly following their lead. The brand's aim is to make climbing enjoyable for everybody, providing the best gear at a fair price.

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