The Evolv Defy redefines what an entry-level climbing shoe can be. Designed for beginner and intermediate climbers, it offers a slightly cambered and asymmetric fit, providing greater precision and control compared to traditional beginner shoes. This balance of sensitivity and support makes it ideal for climbers looking to progress without sacrificing comfort. With a softer strap closure version compared to the lace-up model, the Defy enhances sensitivity and feedback, making it a great choice for smearing and volume climbing. Whether you're tackling indoor routes or venturing outdoors, this 100% vegan-friendly shoe adapts well to a variety of climbing surfaces.
Fit & Performance Guide:
Evolv’s PSR (Performance Sensitivity Rating) system helps determine the ideal shoe for your climbing style.
PSR: 4 – Balanced between smearing and edging, making it a versatile choice.
Fit Recommendations:
Max Performance Fit: Use your street shoe size for an ultra-snug, performance-oriented fit.
Performance Fit: Add 0.5 size for a snug but session-friendly fit.
Comfort Fit: Add 1 to 1.5 sizes for a relaxed, all-day wear feel.
Features:
Split Tongue Opening: Ensures easy on/off access.
Single Strap Closure: Provides a secure and adjustable fit.
Soft Heel Construction: Maximizes comfort for extended sessions.
Perforated Synthetic Upper: Enhances breathability to keep feet cool.
Specifications:
Gender: Unisex
Materials: 100% Synthetic (Vegan)
Midsole: 1.6mm full-length plastic
Outsole: 3.5mm TRAX SAS Rubber
Upper: Synthetic
Sizes: 35-49.5 (Medium Volume, including half sizes)
Volume: Medium (0)
Weight: 215g per shoe
2024 version:
The Evolv Defy climbing shoe is vegan friendly and has a fit that is ideal for beginners or as a first shoe after using rentals. Its breathable upper and comfortable, easy fit and adjustment make it a great choice for long sessions at the climbing wall / gym where its softer midsole make it great for volumes and slopers. The padded split tongue and two opposing strap hook and loop closure (velcro style) provides easy accessibility, swift removal and a secure fit without the need to crush your feet. More experienced climbers will enjoy the comfort and sensitivity given for longer routes outdoors and good levels of durability due to the thicker rubber rand around the toe. The synthetic upper has an antimicrobial liner to ensure lasting comfort and reduce odours, though we still recommend Boot Banana deoderizers with any rockshoe purchase (but especially synthetic shoes).
Features:
Vegan friendly Synthratek VX synthetic upper.
Split tongue for maximum comfort and easy on and off.
Asymmetric profile with wide and high volume shape
Full length MX-P: 1.4mm midsole and 4.2mm TRAX® SAS outsole for support and comfort.
Opposing closure straps for great tension.
Variable Thickness Rand (VTR) system puts thinner rand rubber in areas to reduce pressure points and hot spots around the foot as well as thicker rubber for increased longevity in the high wear zones near the toe for durability and performance.
TRAX® SAS - combining great friction plus durability.
Nylon mesh lining.
