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evolv Pontas II Rock Shoes

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The updated evolv Pontas II rock shoes improve upon the orginal Pontas shoes to give you a more secure fit and feel while you sport climb and boulder.

The original Pontas had 2 rip-and-stick straps on each shoe; the Pontas II includes a third strap to draw the arches of the shoes into your feet for a better fit
Toe rands of varying thicknesses 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 stick tenaciously to rock
Flexible and durable synthetic suede uppers resist stretching and dry quickly
Full-length MX-P 1.5mm midsoles have medium stiffness for edging power on long face routes yet are flexible enough for smearing
KA-1 lasting delivers an asymmetric toe profile that gives comfortable sensitivity and edging power
Microfiber lining in the forefeet, cotton in the heels and leather on the footbeds limit stretching and offer great comfort
The evolv Pontas II rock shoes are part of the Chris Sharma Signature Series

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evolv Pontas II Rock Shoes Customer Reviews

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evolv Pontas II Rock Shoes

4.3

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

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Bouldering (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
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  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
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Aug

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Solid All-Around Shoe

By climbmike

from Vail, Colorado

About Me Competitive Climber

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight
Moderate Stiffness
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Bouldering
Long Climbs
Outdoor

Comments about evolv Pontas II Rock Shoes:

So I never climbed in the original Pontas, so I can't really make a comparison between these and the first version, but I have worn many, many different climbing shoes in 10+ years, and I've been quite a fan of these since I picked them up.

(For reference - I work as a routesetter and climbing coach, and have usually climbed in Anasazi Lace-ups for a stiffer technical shoe, testarossas for a steep sport shoe, and Speedsters (or the old school Mantra S, for those that remember it) as a gym shoe.)

The style of this shoe is flat and pointy, and it climbs very similar to other shoes in this category (think Anasazi lace-up). The three velcro straps work about as well as laces for tensioning the fit throughout the whole shoe, and the heel cup is decently deep and secure enough that my heel hasn't slipped out on strong heel hooks. Decent toe cap rubber over the rand for toe-hooking. If you have decent footwork and can place your toes well, I think this shoe will serve you pretty well on just about any terrain - while many new shoes are pushing the downturned toe as a necessity for hard climbing, these feel they will perform just as well on steep routes as on thin vertical routes.

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Jul

2012

4.0

Decent shoe if you can handle the stink

By smartmonkey

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Climber

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Pros

Don't Stretch
Durable
Fit and comfort
Hooking
Large volume heel
PRICE
Smearing
Sticky

Cons

'Soft' edging
The STINK

Best Uses

Bouldering
Indoor
Short sport climbs

Comments about evolv Pontas II Rock Shoes:

Mildly aggressive, very durable (with clean footwork) and sport a very comfortable feel due to the soft liner, with a big heel cup (perfect for large volume feet)and well designed toe box that doesn't have odd empty spots. Quick on and off which is good since I sized this shoe very small and it starts to kill the toes after awhile, YMMV. They also heel and toe hook very well, feeling secure on the rock with no slippage on my feet no matter how sweaty they might be. The rubber is pretty sticky, though I think the Miura's are both a bit stickier and certainly more sensitive. That said, these perform quite well bouldering and allow you to find and with some care stand on the smallest of the small. That is to say, edging could be a little better but doesn't dissapoint, and smearing is top notch.

The synthetic is nice in keeping the shoe true to size even after three months filled with climbing indoors, as well as tons of bouldering and short sport climbs outside. Rubber, velcro and stitching has all held up very well, and after an occasional scrub in the sink these shoes look pretty much good as new--they do not, however, smell anything near 'good'. If you are familiar with synthetic shoes, you know what I'm talking about. Despite all of your habits of ablution these things will stink all but the most odor-apathetic parties out of the crag when you take them off, but that means less waiting at popular climbs...so its a small bonus.

Solid four stars held back from five due to stink and 'soft' edging performance. Good chance I'll buy another pair, likely to the chagrin of my partners' noses.

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May

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Better than expected, great shoe.

By Brettster

from Dallas, TX

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Bouldering
Indoor

Comments about evolv Pontas II Rock Shoes:

Great shoe so far.
I bought these as a strictly indoor shoe but they would do well outdoors in my opinion. These rarely slip on even tiny holds and smear well. I'm not an avid climber so I can't say how quickly they wear, but so far they seem solid. I'm not a fan of shoelaces so this is my second pair of velcro. Even with the 3rd strap I'm in and out of them quickly. The heels are my favorite feature. Had trouble heel hooking with my last pair because I have a tendon that bruises easy in my right heel. I don't even feel it anymore with these shoes. Would definately say they are worth the price, even if I had paid full price for them. I bought them a half size smaller and I can get through two to three climbs without having to take them off. My feet feel very protected in these so if you like to feel the hold on the heel hooks and crimpy holds you will be disappointed.