Shadow LV - Unisex
CA$40.00
CA$219.95Save CA$179.95 (82%)
Crossed-out price is the retailer's listed price.
at Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Price checked Nov 10, 2026
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Is this a good deal?
- The current price has held for 42 days.
- Across the 75 Climbing Gear deals we’re tracking right now, the median discount is 36%. This deal’s 82% off is well above that mark.
Based on prices we’ve recorded from Valhalla Pure Outfitters since September 2026, refreshed several times daily.
About this product
The Black Diamond Shadow LV is an aggressive climbing shoe built specifically for overhanging sport routes and hard bouldering. Its downturned, highly asymmetric last is shaped for low-volume feet, delivering the precise fit that technical steep terrain demands. The 4.3mm BD BlackLabel Fuse rubber outsole is molded rather than cut from a single sheet, a process that optimizes grip, weight distribution, and consistency across the sole. On top of the foot, a combination of printed and molded high-friction rubber works together to improve durability, dexterity, and purchase during toe-hooks, with molded rubber concentrated in high-wear zones and printed rubber reducing bulk elsewhere. The tongue is constructed using Engineered Knit Technology for breathability and freedom of movement, while the synthetic upper and partial lining keep the fit close and sensitive. A minimalist midsole enhances feel on steep terrain, and a single Velcro strap allows quick, precise fit adjustments. The Shadow LV is offered as a unisex shoe in black.
- Category
- Climbing Gear
- Brand
- Black Diamond
- Material
- * Upper: Synthetic, * Midsole: Minimalist, * Lining: Partial, * Rubber: BD BlackLabel Fuse 4.3mm Engineered for Grip
- Color
- product-options
- Upper
- Synthetic
- Lining
- Partial
- Rubber
- BD BlackLabel Fuse 4.3mm Engineered for Grip
- Volume
- Low
- Closure
- Velcro Strap
- Midsole
- Minimalist
What people are saying
Reviewers consistently praise the Black Diamond Shadow LV for its exceptional performance on steep, overhanging terrain, with the sticky Neo Fuse rubber and aggressive downturn earning particular acclaim for toe hooks, heel hooks, and smearing. The shoe's light weight, snug knit tongue, and low-volume last are frequently highlighted as standout features for climbers with narrow feet. The most common complaints center on sizing and break-in: the shoes run small, require multiple painful sessions to break in, and the synthetic upper offers minimal stretch, making it critical to get the fit right from the start. Some reviewers also note the thick 4.3mm outsole reduces sensitivity compared to other aggressive shoes, and the soft rubber can roll on small edges, making the Shadow LV less suited to slab or technical face climbing.
