The Steep Sneak II is our low-top roofing tennis shoe: a lightweight, sneaker-style shoe on the same replaceable Peak Series pad as our shingle roofing boots. We recommend it for light-duty work such as roof inspections, insurance adjusting, gutter cleaning and holiday-light installs.
The upper combines synthetic leather and breathable mesh, and the replaceable pad attaches to the sole with industrial-strength Velcro®.
Note: Tennis shoes do not provide ankle support like our boots. Recommended for light duty only.
Before you go up
- Light duty only: as a low-top, the Steep Sneak II does not give the ankle support of our boots.
- We do not recommend any of our shingle roofing boots and shoes on a pitch over 12/12.
- Do not use on wet, oily or icy surfaces.
- The pads are made for shingle, plywood, wood shake, felt and slate, not metal. For steel roofs, use the magnetic Steel Walker II.
- Cougar Paws footwear is not a fall protection device. Always use appropriate fall protection.
- Cougar Paws Covers fit the Steep Sneak II and protect the pads while you walk the job site or a customer's home. They are for ground use only, so take them off before you climb.
The STEEP SNEAK II line comes with a more "true fit" feel. They will fit more snug than boots in our past lineups, if you wear a wide please order a size up.
We do not make a separate women's line, so we suggest women order two sizes down.
A pair weighs 3.4 lb.
What the Steep Sneak II is made for
Pick the Steep Sneak II for light-duty work rather than full days of roofing: roof inspections, insurance adjusting, gutter cleaning and holiday-light installs.
For full days of roofing on shingle, choose the 6-inch Performer roofing boot. For inspections and estimates with more ankle coverage, the Hi Top II uses the same pad in a high-top boot.
The pad that does the gripping
The Steep Sneak II grips with the Peak Series pad, the same replaceable pad used on the Performer and the Hi Top II. Replacement Peak Series pads are $31.95 a pair and swap in about a minute per shoe with no tools.
Check the pads daily and replace them when the pad wears to within 1/4 inch of the flex zone wear bars. Our guide to when to replace roofing boot pads shows what to look for.
Choosing between a roofing shoe and a boot? Our guide to roofing sneakers vs roofing boots walks through it by job.
Steep Sneak II FAQ
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What does "recommended for light duty only" mean?
It refers to the type of work, not the pitch of the roof. The Steep Sneak II is made for lighter jobs such as roof inspections, insurance adjusting, gutter cleaning and holiday-light installs. As a low-top, it gives less ankle support than a boot, so for full days of roofing on shingle, choose the 6-inch Performer.
Are roofing tennis shoes better than regular sneakers on a roof?
A roofing tennis shoe like the Steep Sneak II grips with a soft, replaceable pad made for roofing surfaces such as shingle, while an everyday sneaker's sole is not made for loose granules on a slope. When the pad wears down, replacement pads are $31.95 a pair.
Which pads fit the Steep Sneak II?
The Steep Sneak II uses the Peak Series pad, the same replaceable pad as the Performer and the Hi Top II. Replacement pads are $31.95 a pair.
Do Cougar Paws Covers fit the Steep Sneak II?
Yes. Covers fit the Steep Sneak II and protect the pads while you walk the job site or a customer's home. They are for ground use only, so take them off before you climb.
Can you wear the Steep Sneak II on a metal or wet roof?
No. The pads are made for shingle, plywood, wood shake, felt and slate, not metal; for steel roofs, use the magnetic Steel Walker II. And we do not recommend Cougar Paws footwear on wet, oily or icy surfaces.
T
After trying every type of work boot and sneaker there is cougar paws was the one that kept me upright on those 10/12's and up where I could truly start running shingles to the nailers safely and effectively. So much time is lost in a roof in heat trying to navigate a pitch safely and cougar paws delivered. My only stipulation was the life span of the pads I just received these yesterday today pads tour up lol 3 roofs in maybe I need a sponsor for just the pads
J
They are not true to size. My old pair of the estimator boot were a size 9 and fit perfectly. They fell apart on the inside after about two years, so I ordered the Steep Sneak II in the same size. These new size 9s are much tighter, both in length and width. I’m hoping they stretch out a little with wear.
J
Best shoes for safety on a roof hands down.
I
Have only had them for a month, so can't speak to longevity. But I do home inspections daily, and walk roofs on each, and haven't noticed significant wear on the pads. These are, like others say, absolutely a must have for anyone working on roofs.
M
I got these for siding work when I will need to be standing on a section of roof. Unfortunately I did not get a chance to use them yet (will wait until summer 2027) but wanted to say that they arrived on time, fit great, and are very comfortable. They look like they will definitely offer good non-skid protection. I wear a Women's size 6.5 and bought these in a size 5.
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feel like they are going to fall off when going up the roof
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If you spend any significant time up on a pitch—whether you’re doing quick repairs, performing detailed inspections, or walking steep estimates—the Cougar Paws Steep Sneak II is an absolute game-changer.
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Not arrived
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Very goog
A
They fit fine but the heal comes out when on a steep slope. Defeats the purpose. Maybe it’s Because they are sneaker style. Returning.
A
Fantastic and comfortable!
B
I just got the shoe delivered the first day was fine the second day I have a big blister on the top of my toe because the shoes are so thin where the steel toe is it's rubbing underneath after an 8-hour day my toe is ripped to shreds it's unbearable to use the shoe sucks other than that it does stick to the roof but I'm probably going to end up in the hospital if I keep wearing them.
J
Easy to work a roof with these
E
These boots were guaranteed by this weekend, but they are delayed somewhere in the middle of nowhere. I have a job today and my boots are 4 days late of the 'promise' date.
M
What a difference. Bought these to paint my house. South facing roof is getting worn. Lots of loose granules. My Cougar Paws made such a difference. No slipping and sliding. Game changer! There is some slippage in the heel. I think the boot version would fix that. I wear a size 12 in ASICS. I ordered a 12 in the Cougar Paws and they fit great.
M
By far the best investment as somebody that washes roof for a living. Grip and safety and everything!
M
Heels don't want to stay down, not very comfortable. I could see wanting these on shallow sloped roofs (5-7 / 12) for a breeze on your ankles, but you'd still need a pair of Performers to do anything steep, which would also serve you well on the 5's, 6's, 7's, so there's literally no reason to own both.
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Fantastic
A
100% feels like a true-to-size cushioned sneaker, however, the heel slips on 9+ pitch no matter how tight you tie the laces. Heel slipped out on first 9 pitch i climbed with them and I slid in my sock to catch my shoe further down in the valley. Initially I thought i may not have tightened them enough. Next roof I climbed was a 10 pitch, I tied the shoes tight enough to suffocate my feet and still they felt like slipping out. I'm going back to my Cougar Paw Performers. BE WARNED!!!
M
The roofing sneakers were just as promised. Well built, quality craftsmanship. Unfortunately, I had to return the shoes due to health issues which prevented me from using them as intended. Customer service was very understanding and processed my return very quickly.
Thank you CougarPaws. I will definitely recommend your company in the future.
K
They are nice however there's things I really don't like about them. First being the soul is so thick and then having a thick pad leaves your feet a bit unstable, because they are so low cut rolling your ankle is a real possibility. The heel is straight up and down and does not allow your foot to be locked securely in like most sneakers. What I do like about them is the quality is there I think they just need a bit more tweaking and to shed some weight. They are much better than the boots but still a bit cumbersome.
J
I ordered these because I needed to work up on my 8:12 pitch roof and my hiking boots didn't seem to have any grip on the asphalt shingles. The Steep Sneak II shoes arrived very quickly and exceeded my expectations. They look to be well made and are very comfortable, but most importantly they really grip on the roof shingles and allowed me to get on with the work that needed doing.
J
Wish I would of bought these along time ago. It's like having pitch hoppers on you're feet!
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Love the low profile design bs the boot
C
Customer service is top notch - the best I've had in a long time!! The shoes hug the roof for a feeling of security and safety. Construction appears to be high quality - expect these shoes to last a long time. Can definitely recommend Cougar Paws to anyone wanting to stay ON their roof!
J
My guys love these
T
Fast shipping and great product
A
Best roofing boot of all time
R
I hate when a company says it will be here on a certain day knowing it will not. Boots were supposed to be here Sunday like you said when I ordered them so I would have them for work. I will be returning them whenever they arrive.
R
My husband hasn’t used them yet but they fit great and ready to use them on his jobs.
Great quality 👍🏻
C
My husband uses the steep sneak ii for work everyday! I always feel better knowing he is on a roof with these shoes! Real life savers!
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