In reply to UKC Gear:
many thanks, rob and penny! i have to say, having both of your perspectives, at different ends of the spectrum, makes for a much more informative-feeling read when it comes to fit. (heads and shoulders above þe olde ‘the fit was great straight out of the box’ or ‘no dead space in the heel’ without any indication what shape feet the author has. that is sadly still too common in climbing shoe reviews.)
regarding the narrow opening and the difficulties of getting your feet into the shoes: i noticed that on my ocun irises as well – their stretch material is rather firm and it reaches really far up the instep. coming from drago lvs (much wider opening and much softer/stretchier mesh material), i found them much more challenging to put on. first try, i was certain i must’ve bought them at least two sizes too small. to a degree, that difficulty persists, even after both the shoes moulding more to my feet and me getting more used to them. but i’m now rather fond of the snug way they cradle the foot even before closing the straps.
