Athletic Bouldering 1 - White
£169.95
- The Athletic Bouldering 1 (White), the first-ever all-white climbing shoe, was designed by Boris Bidjan Saberi and built upon and adapted to a hand-shaped, downturned last created by Fred Nicole.The unique collaboration of designer Boris Bidjan Saberi - a climber for 30+ years, and climbing legend Fred Nicole resulted in an incredibly soft shoe that meets the creators unique demands of high design and maximum performance. Boris partnered with Salomon beginning in 2016 and has continued to collaborate with the brand to design/develop high end pieces. Half German and half Persian, Boris’ biographical factors play a fundamental role in his formation: combining dual systems such as West/Middle East traditions and form/formless garments with a passion for numerology. For the first time, Boris’ partnership with Salomon incorporated footwear, along with apparel, and packs through a unique athletic bouldering concept (11 by Boris Bidjan Sabieri / Salomon Athletic Bouldering).
Originally created as a one-off featured in the 11 Athletic Bouldering Exhibit for Paris Fashion week in 2023, the Athletic Bouldering Climbing Shoe model quickly turned into a house favorite so, naturally, we had to share it with you...and this time, offer it in white.
Featuring the iconic and patented Salomon Quicklace System, this regular volume, very soft shoe is marked by a two-piece, unlined, durable + comfortable vegan microsuede upper with a padded mesh tongue. The tongue includes a centering elastic strap to secure the fit, along with a perforated inner upper panel for breathability. A thin midsole is included to provide support/structure while the single piece outsole is fitted with a proprietary rubber that creates an incredible combination of resilience and friction resulting in support and sensitivity. Athletic Bouldering 1 is great for bouldering, large volume climbing, and projects involving precise toe placement. -
Design: 11 By Boris Bidjan Saberi and Fred Nicole, built on a downturned last
Volume: Regular volume (but best suited for narrow feet)
Flexibility: Very soft
Upper: Two-piece, unlined, durable + comfortable vegan microsuede with padded mesh tongue // Tongue centering elastic strap for secure fit // Perforated inner upper panel for breathability
Midsole:Proprietary melting board
Outsole:Full, single piece
Rubber:Proprietary rubber // Topographical-inspired toe patch design with integrated front rand
Rubber Thickness: 3.5mm outsole
Entry: Padded mesh tongue w/ tongue centering elastic strap for secure fit + nylon pull tab
Closure: Patented Salomon Quicklace system w/ Bottom loading lace garage for lace storage
Last: FDL-1-RV (28° medium asymmetry)
Color: Chalk White
Weight: 7.1oz/201g
Sizes: M4.5/W6 - M13/W14.5
Level: Intermediate/Advanced -
This shoe is a unisex model. We recommend beginner to intermediate climbers order one full size larger than your regular US street shoe size and advanced climbers order your regular US street shoe size.
Sizing • M = U.S. Men's • W = U.S. Women's. View the 2024 Climbing Shoe Sizing Chart
Customer Reviews
I absolutely love So iLL's climbing shoes. Their unique and stylish design is something I haven’t been able to find anywhere else. Once I tried them, I couldn’t go back to any other brand — nothing compares. The fit, the colors, and the attention to detail make every pair feel special, and they’re not only great for climbing but look amazing off the wall too.
Although I live in Korea and it’s not easy to buy them directly, my love for So iLL shoes hasn’t changed. I genuinely miss wearing them and often check for new releases. Please launch your new shoes soon — I’m so excited to see what’s coming next!
Thank you for creating such outstanding gear. So iLL isn’t just a climbing shoe brand — it’s a part of my climbing journey. I’ll keep supporting you from afar!
The elastic tongue on these give a secure fit. They are soft enough for long climbs and comfort. The lacing system has held up so far. I'm used to Velcro closure, so it is a more precise fit. Get 'em if you can.
