Our Rubber

VIBRAM RUBBER

Vibram rubber is used by many of the renowned climbing shoe brands including:

  • La Sportiva

  • Scarpa

  • Tenaya

  • So iLL

  • Ocun and many more

2 types offered at COLLÉ:

XS GRIP 2 - A high-friction compound known for its exceptional softness and sensitivity. It is the industry standard for steep, technical terrain where maximum surface contact and 'stickiness' on volumes or overhangs are required.

XS EDGE - A stiffer, supportive rubber engineered for maximum edging power. It resists deformation under load, allowing you to stand confidently on tiny features without the rubber rolling or collapsing.

GUMA RUBBER

GUMA is an Italian company based in the Piedmont region that specializes in developing high‑performance climbing shoe rubber compounds. Their focus is on grip, quality, and sustainability, producing rubber slabs and soles specifically for indoor and outdoor climbing. The brand emphasizes a short, local supply chain, uses natural and recycled materials, and works with NGOs to ensure ethical sourcing and fair working conditions. Their mission blends technical performance with eco‑responsibility, aiming to lead the industry in sustainable rubber innovation. You can learn more about GUMA here.

2 types offered at COLLÉ:

SPARTAN - A versatile, all-around Italian rubber. It offers a balanced blend of grip and durability, sitting perfectly between ultra-soft compounds and stiff edging rubbers.

ELITE - A premium, high-friction rubber designed for maximum sensitivity. Softer and stickier than Spartan, it is designed to mold into small features and smears while maintaining precision.

Butora RUBBER

(Currently only available for Butora shoes due to stock levels)

Butora is a South Korean climbing‑shoe brand founded in 2014 by former climber Nam Han‑doo. With decades of technical experience behind its designs, the company developed NEO‑RUBBER—its own high‑friction, high‑durability compound now used globally. Today, Butora leads the Korean market and is widely trusted across the US, Europe, and Asia.

Offered at COLLÉ:

NEO FUSE - Butora’s proprietary sticky rubber, engineered for a balance of grip and longevity. Used on top-tier models like the Gomi and Acro Comp, it delivers consistent performance across both indoor and outdoor terrain.