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Wendy W.,
Verified Owner
from VA, United States
Written on March 17, 2020
I've worn Evolvs for many years, and these shoes continue to impress. I love the the powerful and aggressive build of these shoes. For higher-end, technical climbing with minuscule toe hooks, heel hooks and precision, I love these shoes.
Best Used for:
- bouldering
- Overhung and aggressive climbs
Would recommend: Yes
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Mar,
Verified Owner
from CA, United States
Written on November 26, 2019
I bought these for deep water free solo climbing, as they are synthetic (faster drying after getting wet) and have a fairly aggressive shape (ideal for bouldering). The sizing was tricky, as I normally go down about one full size from my running shoe sizing (US W 10) for La Sportiva climbing shoes (to US W 8.5/9), but I had to size up for these Evolv climbing shoes (to US W 11). They rubber had decent grip and the shape wasn't too aggressive to cause pain issues while climbing. Time will tell if the velcro and rubber will hold up after more use.
Pros:
- Aggressive soles, lace system.
Cons:
- Sizing is off, order 1 size up
Best Used for:
- Bouldering and shout climbing routes
Would recommend: Yes
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Cat,
Verified Owner
from IL, United States
Written on March 18, 2019
I tried on a pair of these shoes when evolv came to demo at the gym. These shoes are really comfy but at the time, I tried on size 9 women’s and the fit was good but after a while, it was a little tight. I would recommend going a half shoe size up. These shoes are also pretty agressive so I would wear these for gym climbing or bouldering outdoor. Might be a little tough on the feet for a single pitch or multi pitch outdoor.
Would recommend: Yes
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shoesandsoul,
from MA, United States
Written on December 15, 2017
This is my first foray into a downturned shoe, and I was nervous about the painful crush other climbers have talked about. I’m primarily a runner, so protecting my feet is a critical issue – mangled toes would bench me for weeks. I was amazed by the fit of these (go a 1/2 size up). The “knuckle box” and “love bump” features are perfectly shaped to my forefoot, making them tight but comfortable at the same time, and the soft overlapping top doesn’t compress my midfoot and leave bruises. Also the heel hugs without pinching or cutting into my Achilles so I don’t have to worry about hot spots when I put on my sneakers. Hoping that not having to kick them off every five seconds along with their aggressive features will help me finally break that 5.10 barrier!
Would recommend: Yes
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Annalise G.,
Verified Owner
from GA, United States
Written on May 18, 2017
Love these shoes!! Size up a half size from your street size. I'm usually a 6.5 and they were too small so I switched for a 7. They fit perfectly
Would recommend: Yes
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