Catalyst AM1
The shoe built for the moments that matter most. When every ounce counts and every landing has to stick, the Catalyst AM1 delivers. Engineered for high-performance competition cheer, it combines a featherlight air-mesh upper with advanced impact absorption so you never have to choose between speed and support. Five adaptive handgrip features give you the grip you need exactly where you need it, and all-around stability keeps your foot locked in through the most complex builds and tumbling passes.
INTENDED USE: Competition, High-Performance Cheer
DESIGNED FOR COMPETITION: Multi-material outsole with forefoot Spin Pad was designed with peak performance in mind, utilizing an innovative application of high-performance materials creating recessed and bolstered components for more impact absorption without added weight.
FORM FITTING UPPER: Constructed from Scotchgard™ treated air-mesh that is lightweight, breathable, grippy, flexible, and form-fitting.
ADAPTIVE STUNT GRIP: Five adaptive handgrip features provide exceptional grip where you need it, when you need it.
ALL AROUND STABILITY: Secure fit lace system, heel counter and raised sidewalls stabilize the foot for advanced building and tumbling.
ENHANCED COMFORT & SUPPORT: Fixed insole with foam ankle pads provide cushion and support without hindering the athlete's ability to sense the ground. A soft EVA foam midsole improves shock-absorption, foot flexibility, and technique.
SIZING: Men's sizing is 1.5 sizes down from women's
WEIGHT (Size 7): 4.7 ounces
Size Chart
Catalyst AM1
| US WOMEN |
US MEN |
YOUTH | UK | EU | JPN | LENGTH (cm) |
LENGTH (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | 10Y | 9.0 | 28.0 | 15.0 | 15.0 | 5.91 |
| - | - | 11Y | 10.0 | 29.0 | 16.0 | 16.0 | 6.3 |
| - | - | 12Y | 11.0 | 30.5 | 17.0 | 17.0 | 6.7 |
| - | - | 13Y | 12.0 | 31.5 | 18.0 | 18.0 | 7.09 |
| - | - | 1Y | 13.0 | 32.5 | 19.0 | 19.0 | 7.48 |
| - | - | 2Y | 1.0 | 33.5 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 7.87 |
| 4.0 | 3.0 | - | 1.5 | 34.5 | 21.0 | 21.0 | 8.27 |
| 4.5 | 3.5 | - | 2.0 | 35.0 | 21.5 | 21.5 | 8.46 |
| 5.0 | 4.0 | - | 2.5 | 35.5 | 22.0 | 22.0 | 8.66 |
| 5.5 | 4.5 | - | 3.0 | 36.0 | 22.5 | 22.5 | 8.86 |
| 6.0 | 5.0 | - | 3.5 | 36.5 | 23.0 | 23.0 | 9.06 |
| 6.5 | 5.5 | - | 4.0 | 37.0 | 23.5 | 23.5 | 9.25 |
| 7.0 | 6.0 | - | 4.5 | 37.5 | 24.0 | 24.0 | 9.45 |
| 7.5 | 6.5 | - | 5.0 | 38.5 | 24.5 | 24.5 | 9.65 |
| 8.0 | 7.0 | - | 5.5 | 39.0 | 25.0 | 25.0 | 9.84 |
| 8.5 | 7.5 | - | 6.0 | 39.5 | 25.5 | 25.5 | 10.04 |
| 9.0 | 8.0 | - | 6.5 | 40.0 | 26.0 | 26.0 | 10.24 |
| 9.5 | 8.5 | - | 7.0 | 40.5 | 26.5 | 26.5 | 10.43 |
| 10.0 | 9.0 | - | 7.5 | 41.0 | 27.0 | 27.0 | 10.63 |
| 10.5 | 9.5 | - | 8.0 | 42.0 | 27.5 | 27.5 | 10.83 |
| 11.0 | 10.0 | - | 8.5 | 42.5 | 28.0 | 28.0 | 11.02 |
| 12.0 | 11.0 | - | 9.5 | 43.5 | 29.0 | 29.0 | 11.42 |
| 13.0 | 12.0 | - | 10.5 | 44.5 | 30.0 | 30.0 | 11.81 |
| 14.0 | 13.0 | - | 11.5 | 45.5 | 31.0 | 31.0 | 12.2 |
Finding the Right Fit
- Order the size shoe you would normally wear in your typical athletic shoes.
- All Kaepa shoes are fitted for medium widths. If you wear a wide width, order a half size larger.
- A proper fitting cheer shoe should feel snug in the heel and midfoot, with wiggle room around the toes.
- Kaepa cheerleading shoes are available in Women’s and Youth sizes.