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Evolve Demorto Rock Shoes

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Comfortable for all-day wear, the evolv Demorto rock shoes perform well on long trad climbs and afternoons at the sport crag.

  • Variable Thickness Rand technology features toe rands of varying thicknesses to enhance durability in high-wear zones, such as the front of the toe, without being cumbersome
  • High-performance 4.2mm TRAX XT-5 high-friction rubber soles cling to rock
  • Flexible and durable Synthratek synthetic suede uppers resist stretching and dry quickly; breathable mesh tongues and perforated uppers allow airflow
  • Full-length MX-P 2mm midsoles have medium stiffness for edging power on long face routes yet are flexible enough for smearing
  • KSA-1 lasting delivers a symmetric toe profile that is comfortable for long days of climbing; profile accommodates Morton's toe
  • Microfiber lining adds comfort by managing moisture inside
  • evolv Demorto rock shoes have rear heel loops to ease entry

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Evolve Demorto Rock Shoes Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Climbing
Slip-lasted
Flat
Synthratek synthetic suede leather
Yes
TRAX XT-5 rubber
Lace-up
Yes
1 lb. 4.2 oz.
Unisex
Last
Shape of last
Upper
Lining
Outsole
Footwear closure
Can be resoled
Average footwear weight (pair)
Gender

Evolve Demorto Rock Shoes Customer Reviews

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evolv Demorto Rock Shoes
 
4.2

(based on 6 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Versatile (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Bouldering (5)
    • Indoor (5)
      • Sizing:
      • Feels full size too small

         

        Feels half size too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        67% 

        (4 reviews)

        Feels half size too big

         

        Feels full size too big

         
      • Width:
      • Feels too narrow

         

        Feels true to width

         

        100% 

        (6 reviews)

        Feels too wide

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid climber (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (6)

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    4.0

    Great for a beginner like me

    By DC582

    from Orange County, CA

    About Me Getting Started

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    Pros

    • Nice Lacing
    • Versatile
    • Very Sticky Soles

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Bouldering
      • Indoor

      Comments about evolv Demorto Rock Shoes:

      Since I'm still pretty new to climbing, I don't have a whole lot to compare these shoes to. I've climbed in two other shoes with velcro closures and they weren't snug enough for my narrow feet. These shoes have a symmetrical toe, which I've read is more for people with Morton's Toe, and although I don't have that condition, I still find that the shoes fit properly and are comfortable enough to climb for 40 minutes or so at a time.

      The lacing pattern is great and allows for a high degree of control when it comes to getting the tightness where you want it. It took me some practice, but I can get them nice and snug so there's no wiggle room or slippage.

      The rubber on the soles are nice and sticky, but firm. Not so firm though that you can't feel the holds.

      Overall, I'm very happy with these shoes and would recommend them to others who have narrow feet and can't get a great fit with velcro.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      (1 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Very satisfied!!

      By tehMoose

      from Austin, TX

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Confidense
      • Lightweight
      • Stylish

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Bouldering
        • Indoor
        • Long Climbs

        Comments about evolv Demorto Rock Shoes:

        I use these mostly for indoor climbing. Though I have gone bouldering outdoors. My only complaint about that, which will apply to most climbing shoes, is that they are not very comfortable for hiking when heading out to your climbing spot.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        I would buy this shoe again

        By dustinAK

        from Anchorage, AK

        About Me Avid Climber

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        Site Member

        Pros

        • Grippy
        • Lightweight
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Bouldering
          • Indoor

          Comments about evolv Demorto Rock Shoes:

          I bought these shoes a half size down and my feet were in excrutiating pain after half an hour. I took them back and ended up getting my street size and they work wonderfully. Overall, this shoe runs small.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels half size too small
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

          (7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

           
          3.0

          good all day

          By RootsClimber

          from Arcata, Ca

          About Me Avid Climber

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          Site Member

          Pros

          • Rugged

          Cons

          • Bulky
          • Uncomfortable

          Best Uses

          • Bouldering
          • Outdoor

          Comments about evolv Demorto Rock Shoes:

          I climb a minimum of three times a week. Being a woman with a wide foot (men's average width "D") I found the shoe felt true to width, but ran slightly small. The first pair I bought as 7.5 (one size small) and I ended up with tendonitis within 6 weeks. I returned these and got my street size 8.5 and while they fit, I find them uncomfortable in the gym. I haven't taken left the gym without my feet being in pain. That being said, I found them great outdoors. THey were comfortable and the thickness did worked well outside. Indoors the rubber is a little thick and it is hard to feel the wall/holds. Try them on before you buy them, as there is no stretch to the shoe at all. Also due to the synthetic material, it is hard to prevent them from smelling.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels half size too small
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Great Shoe

          By WAMR1

          from Burbank, CA

          About Me Avid Climber

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          Pros

          • Versatile

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Bouldering
            • Indoor
            • Outdoor

            Comments about evolv Demorto Rock Shoes:

            This is a great shoe for beginners and avid climbers alike. I use this shoe indoor 2-3 times a week and I love it. I boulder outdoor and top rope, and I always get the response i need with these shoes.. Add straps instead of laces and this would be 10 out of 10.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            They live up to it

            By Tattooclimber

            from Baltimore MD

            About Me Avid Climber

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Versatile

            Cons

            • None

            Best Uses

            • Indoor
            • Sport Climbs

            Comments about evolv Demorto Rock Shoes:

            This is a shoe that is comfortable right out of the box. Just spent my first night at the gym on the sharp end and did very well for new shoes. The tow in very well on little jib's as well as smear. It works well for a all around shoe ! And no brake in !

            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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