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At Up and Under in Cardiff, UK, we offer a comprehensive selection of Evolv climbing shoes, catering to every climber's needs. Our range includes popular models like the Defy, V6, Shaman Pro, Geshido Velcro, Elektra Women's, Shakra, Kira, and Ashima, along with low-volume versions to ensure a precise fit. Whether you're a beginner seeking comfort or an advanced climber pushing your limits, Evolv delivers top-tier performance for rock and bouldering. Buy online with fast shipping or pop into the shop and take advantage of our free professional shoe fitting service, we even have our own wall to test them out on!
Evolv's ethos of progression drives their innovation, focusing on continuous improvement in product design and climbing performance. For seventeen years, this Southern Californian crew has collaborated with elite climbers to create shoes that conquer the world's hardest problems. Today, as climbing evolves and expands globally, Evolv remains dedicated to fostering creativity and personal expression within the sport, setting new standards for the future of climbing footwear.
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Defy LV
The Evolv Defy LV is a top-performing entry-level climbing shoe designed for precision and comfort. With a slight camber and more asymmetric fit than traditional shoes, it offers a better connection between the climber and holds. The strap version provides greater sensitivity and comfort compared to lace-ups. The LV model features 6% lower volume than the regular Defy, making it perfect for narrower feet or those seeking a snug, high-performance fit.
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V6 LV
The Evolv V6 LV is a high-performance climbing shoe designed to accelerate skill development across all types of terrain. Ideal for climbers aiming to advance rapidly, the V6 Low Volume features an adjustable single strap closure for effortless adjustments. Paired with a split tongue for seamless entry, climbers can smoothly transition between climbs with comfort and speed.
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V6
The Evolv V6 is a high-performance climbing shoe designed for rapid skill advancement across various terrains. Ideal for climbers aiming to improve quickly, its adjustable single strap closure allows easy customisation. Coupled with a split tongue for effortless entry, climbers can switch between routes comfortably and swiftly. The shoe’s downturned toe enhances precision on steep, small holds, while a large toe patch ensures secure and stable toe hooking.
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Shaman Pro Low Volume
The Evolv Shaman Pro Low Volume are a sensitive, low volume, vegan rock climbing shoe suited to narrower feet and with enough power for comp style bouldering and lead routes.
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Shaman Pro
The Evolv Shaman Pro is a sensitive vegan rock climbing shoe with enough power for comp style bouldering and lead routes.
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Women's Geshido Velcro
Low volume performance climbing shoe with powerful edging. Designed for female climbers or slender footed men/boys that need performance to excel on all types of terrain from moderately overhanging to vertical and off-vertical faces for long periods of time.
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Elektra Women's
The Evolv Elektra Womens size 4.5 climbing shoe is a vegan friendly, very comfortable rockshoe and has a great balance of sensitivity and support that makes it ideal as a first shoe. Use it as a comfy all-rounder for outdoor use or indoors on a variety of hold types including volumes.
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Defy
The Evolv Defy is a top choice for beginners seeking comfort, performance, and versatility. This vegan-friendly climbing shoe offers the perfect balance of support and sensitivity, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor climbing. Designed with a slight camber and asymmetrical fit, the Defy provides a more precise connection to holds than traditional entry-level shoes. The soft strap closure enhances sensitivity, making it a great option for smearing and climbing on volumes. Whether you're just starting out or need a comfortable all-rounder for long sessions, the Evolv Defy delivers reliable performance and all-day comfort.
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Shakra
The Shakra is Evolv's offering to the women's fit top-end downturn shoe arena. It has the same toe box design, with the signature knuckle shape, as the popular Shaman but with a lower volume and narrower fit to suit those with a more slender foot. The dual hook and look fastening system ensures a snug fit on the upper and the side-pressure relief rand design gives comfort.
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Kira
The Evolv Kira is an allrounder womens rockshoe with flat lasting that provides loads of comfort combined with decent levels of performance. The single strap closure provides a precise fit and is quick to take on and off, whilst the adjustable finish strap improves the customisable fit.
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Ashima
The Evolv Ashima has been researched and developed with the help of one of the world's strongest female and junior climbers; Ashima Shiraishi. This model features next level performance, uncompromising precision and has raised the bar for climbing shoes for smaller feet. The Ashima features an aggressive downturned shape and a completely new anatomically molded heel, coupled with an ultra sensitive sole to truly feel and stay connected to the rock.
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