1. The Start of Sport Climbing & Bouldering Season!!!

• Every Bishop local knows the arrival of fall and winter weather (especially those primo sending temps) here in the Eastern Sierra means one thing – sending season is here! 
• It is the end of our time on granite slabs and cracks and the start of our sport climbing and bouldering season. It is the time to get strong again to send our unfinished projects from last year or in preparation for the alpine adventures planned for next spring and summer.
• Like clockwork, each October and November signals the migration of locals and visitors alike away from the alpine and Pine Creek Canyon down to Owens Valley for the iconic Buttermilk boulders, the approachable yet challenging Happy and Sad boulders, and the steep, challenging sport routes of the Owens River Gorge.
• Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a weekend warrior, this season promises unforgettable adventures…but only if you are ready to seize the opportunity!
• To that end, as climbers who want to support other climbers, the Eastside Sports team has been brainstorming how we can best contribute to a fall and winter season full of limits pushed and projects sent. Develop anti-gravity harnesses or helium-filled backpacks? Offer to replace people’s fingers with aiding hooks so their fingers never tire? Invent extra-grippy chalk using the tree sap we got from collecting local pine nuts?

2. Plan B: HUGE Sales on select Rock Climbing Shoes

• Huge discounts on climbing shoes: Despite our enthusiasm, the research scientists at the Eastside Sports innovation center informed us that none of those cutting-edge ideas would be ready in time for this year. As such, we crunched the numbers using our fingers and toes and then fingers again…and then we double-checked on the abacus, ultimately deciding to go with Plan B – huge sales of up to 20-30% on select La Sportiva and Black Diamond’s premier rock climbing shoes, both in-store and online!
• Find the perfect climbing shoe: Explore our selection that has everything from ones good for your introductory first-pair to the elite all-around performance models and even the premier top-end specialist models needed for throwing fat heels, precise foot placements, and faith-based smearing! Our knowledgeable staff is here to help you find the perfect fit and answer any questions you might have about them.
• Shop now for these limited-time offers: These deals will only last until we run out of stock so be sure to find your pair or let your friends know today!

• La Sportiva Solution for $139 (was $199)

• 30% off - available in Men’s & Women's.
• Worn by world champion, Olympic medalist, 5.15d/V17 climber, Jakob Schubert, the Solution is wrapped in sticky Vibram® XS Grip2™ rubber, drastically down-turned, and sports a molded 3D heel cup and the patented P3® Power Platform which retains the downturned shape of the shoe. This creates a shoe that hooks, grabs, edges and smears on any feature you can find. The Lock Harness System® surrounds your foot and unifies it with the upper for a perfect fit. The highly adjustable Fast Lacing System® lets you tailor the quick closing hook and loop closure for a highly personalized fit. All said and done, this shoe will let you climb harder.

• La Sportiva Solution Comp for $146 (was $209)

• 30% off - available in Men’s only.
• Looking to provide even more performance for those at their limit bouldering, the Solution Comp is a softer and more sensitive re-boot on the original fan-favorite.  With more rubber coverage on top of the toe and a more traditional, tapered heel, the Comp allows surgical precision on micro holds, enables powerful toe hooks and foot jams and provides super precise heel-toe camming performance.

• La Sportiva Skwama for $139 (was $199)

• 30% off - available in Men’s & Women's.
• The comfort of a slipper coupled with the snug fit of a hook and loop closure, the Skwama promises precision and performance. Stand-out features like the P3® rand design to minimize stretch, S-Heel™ construction for secure heel hooks and extra rubber over the top forefoot for toe hooks, and scumming make this elite-level shoe built to deliver exacting control on the most technical routes and boulder problems.

• La Sportiva Otaki for $167 (was $209)

• 20% off - available in Men’s & Women's.
• Precise and powerful, the Otaki combines an aggressive design with a supportive two-strap closure system. This versatile rock shoe provides high-level performance across a wide variety of rock conditions, but excels at technical edging and on vertical overhanging terrain.

• La Sportiva Katana Laces for $177 (was $219)

• 20% off - available in Men’s & Women's.
• The Katana Lace, despite its downturn shape, is a comfortable all-day climbing workhorse that performs well on slabs and can easily twist into thin cracks but excels outside on steep single or multi-pitch routes. The slightly downturned toe and subtle asymmetry ensures you can hook into pockets or exploit the tiniest edges while providing unrivaled comfort for the level that it performs at. The Katana Lace is a veritable edging machine.

• La Sportiva Miura for $132 (was $189)

• 30% off - available in Men’s & Women's.
• In the line for over 10 years, the Miura is the perfect tool for performance footwork whether it be on slabs, vertical, or overhanging steep rock. The high tensioned Slingshot Rand is tied into the Powerhinge on the sole so that when small edges are weighted the shoe stretches in the back half of the shoe and not in the front. This allows you to stick on the smallest edges you can find or imagine! The multi-paneled lining gives you the perfect fit and the speed lacing system laces up in a cinch. 

• La Sportiva TC Pro for $156 (was $219)

• 30% off - unisex availability
• A masterpiece evolved and the overwhelming favorite all-around shoe across the entire industry! What happens when Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold look to improve a classic design? Perfection through evolution. From sending the Dawn Wall to free soloing Freerider, both climbers have come together to bring you the TC Pro updates you never knew you needed. Advance your climbing and comfort with the new TC Pro. The ultimate technical, big wall, free climbing shoe developed to provide powerful, technical edging AND crack climbing prowess without compromising either.

• La Sportiva Kubo for $111 (was $159)

• 30% off - available in Men’s & Women's.
• For those looking for versatility and comfort when heading outdoors to boulder or lead climb, look no further than the Kubo. With its slight down turn and subtle asymmetry, the Kubo will allow climbers to hook into pockets and hold edges in absolute comfort.

• Black Diamond Method S for $115 (was $145)

• 20% off - unisex availability
• The Method S is designed for steep climbing. A soft midsole, downturned last, and rubberized toe box makes heel hooks and toe hooks feel like second nature, while the single Velcro strap provides easy transitions between burns.

• Black Diamond Momentum for $79 (was $99)

• 20% off - unisex availability.
• Store only for the moment.
• While the Momentum climbing shoe was built with ultimate comfort in mind; it excels in performance. With Engineered Knit Technology for exceptional breathability; and innovative proprietary molded rubber, the Momentum is the perfect entry-level climbing shoe for all day comfort at the gym or crag.

3. Why Shop at Eastside Sports?

• At Eastside Sports, we’re more than just a retail store; we are outdoor professionals enthusiastically dedicated to helping you make the most of your climbing adventures. We are climbers just like you, always eager to get out and adventure…we just happen to be (at least some of us) in our post-dirtbag phases of life.
• Our team possesses a wealth of climbing knowledge and experience, ensuring you receive personalized service that meets your specific needs. Call us, email us, come visit us in person – we always love to chat so that you can get the help you need!

4. Conclusion

• Bishop and the Eastern Sierra are not just places to climb; they are a community that takes great pride in celebrating adventure and supporting each other as we conquer our perceived limits.
• Join the team here at Outside.com’s Greatest Mountain Shop in America as we prepare for another great season of bouldering and sport climbing. Let’s get you geared up with our massive climbing shoe sale so you are ready to have your best year yet wherever you call home. Happy climbing! Happy sending!