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evolv Shaman Rock Shoes

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    evolv Shaman Rock Shoes

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    Developed from the ground up by Chris Sharma, the evolv Shaman rock shoes incorporate an aggressive downturned shape and high-quality materials to meet your needs on steep routes.

    • Downturned shape features a roomy toe box to allow your big toes to stay bent in a position of power while you're climbing
    • 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
    • 3 rip-and-stick straps draw the arches of the shoes into your feet for an excellent fit
    • 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
    • Microfiber lining in the forefeet, cotton in the heels and leather on the footbeds limit stretching and offer great comfort
    • The evolv Shaman rock shoes are part of the Chris Sharma Signature Series

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    evolv Shaman Rock Shoes Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Climbing
    Slip-lasted
    Cambered
    Synthetic suede
    Microfiber forefoot/leather footbed/cotton heel
    TRAX XT-5 rubber
    Rip-and-stick
    Yes
    1 lb. 6 oz.
    Men's
    Last
    Shape of last
    Upper
    Lining
    Outsole
    Footwear closure
    Can be resoled
    Average footwear weight (pair)
    Gender

    evolv Shaman Rock Shoes Customer Reviews

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    evolv Shaman Rock Shoes
     
    4.1

    (based on 8 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Great traction (3)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Bouldering (3)
      • Sport climbing (3)
        • Sizing:
        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          75% 

          (6 reviews)

          Feels too large

           
        • Width:
        • Feels too narrow

           

          Feels true to width

           

          75% 

          (6 reviews)

          Feels too wide

           
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Outdoor enthusiast (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (7)

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      4.0

      Super aggressive shoe!

      By khowe765

      from Jackson, MS

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      Pros

      • Bouldering
      • Comfortable
      • Edging
      • Gym Climbing
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Smearing

      Best Uses

      • Bouldering
      • Gym Climbing
      • Single-pitch Climbing
      • Sport Climbing

      Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

      Well, first off, I want to say these shoes are worth it! As the review above says, "toes for days!" and it's so true! Amazing edging power due to its super aggressive shape. You can dial your toe into the smallest of edges and be assured its not going anywhere! As many have also said, this shoe doesn't flex or adapt to your foot, what comes out of the box will stay that way. On that note, my only "issue" with the shoe is the sizing. I had to order 3 before getting the right size for my foot. I ended up going a half-size larger than my street shoe! You definitely don't need to downsize to guarantee performance, it's already built into the shoes design. With this in mind, these are slightly more comfortable than other down-turned shoes, but I wouldn't recommend wearing these for more than 1 pitch. Also, I'm not sure if my foot is extra narrow, but after strapping these on my feet, I have a lot of excess strap hanging off which has gotten caught on stuff while climbing. Other than that, great sport climbing shoe!

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

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      5.0

      Best shoe of them all!

      By cscoclimb

      from Monument co.

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      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Great Traction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Bouldering
        • Overhangs
        • Sport Climbing

        Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

        This was my third pair of rock climbing shoes and i am extremly impressed! Ive used it on long 5.13 projects and on boulder problems and they work amazingly for both. I usually dont wear socks in my shoes, but when im working on bouldering, i will sometimes wear socks just to make my foot cram in a bit more for better power. I will definatly keep using these and buy another pair when these are worn out!

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

        Comment on this review

        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        climb on

        By G4

        from COLORADO!

        About Me Outdoor Enthusiast

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        Pros

        • Durable
        • Great Traction

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

            toes for days!

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

            Comment on this review

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Beautiful

            By ChrisMcClary

            from Lake Tahoe, CA.

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            Pros

            • Amazing Fit

            Cons

            • Heard They Get Smelly

            Best Uses

            • Vertical To Overhanging

            Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

            Amazing amazing shoe. I've always worn Miura's, and in my opinion the Miura's are still the best overall shoe. HOWEVER, I'm truly in love with this shoe. First, the fit is just beautiful. Make sure you size them to your street size. Pain level is comparable to the Miura. You'll be taking them off immediately after the route. Second, for climbing vertical to overhanging sport routes, this shoe is brilliant. I mean brilliant. Better than the Miura's, YES. If you're looking for a do everything shoe, its the wrong shoe. But, if you're looking to push into or get near to 12's and above (sport routes).... get these shoes. You'll fall in love with them...

            Also, props to REI for great customer service and speedy delivery!

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

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            4.0

            Edging Extraordinaire

            By Joshua S.

            from Boulder, Co

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            Pros

            • Edging

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Bouldering
              • Gym Climbing
              • Sport Climbing

              Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

              These shoes are incredible. I had my reservations about Evolv's rubber, but after putting these shoes to work over and over again I can say the rubber is great. Where these shoes really excel is on the tiniest edges. They can stick to 'em like glue and you have complete confidence. I really like them for anything vertical to overhanging. Climbing on slabs in these would be a nightmare. I can't speak to much to sizing since it is different for everyone, but I went down one full size from my street shoe and they are definitely tight. You may not have to go down as much. For me, they are too painful to wear for anything longer than one pitch.

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

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              4.0

              Sticky as.... as long as you commit :)

              By Cam Jay

              from Sydney Asutralia

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              Pros

              • Agressive
              • Great Traction

              Cons

              • Slip Off

              Best Uses

                Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

                more agressive than the evolv defy VTR's which i have had a couple of pairs of prior to this. great traction by comparison to the defy's, but a bit less feel. Happy with how they are working out for me, but they do take a bit of getting used to.

                The pressure on the last joint of big toe is pretty intense. fit is similar to the defy's, small heel cup and wide toe box, which suits my foot shape.

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

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Sizing Advice

                By jvelte

                from Maryland

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                Pros

                  Cons

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                      Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

                      I tested these out when Evolv had a demo day at my climbing gym. I've heard great things about them so I was excited to see how they perform. I wear a 10 in street shoes so I decided this was a good starting point. I couldn't even fit my foot into the shoe. The 10.5 was almost as bad, it wasn't until I put on the 11's that I was able to do any climbing. They were great on the wall once I got sized right but be warned that they are already sized small and designed aggressively so they'll feel extra small. Definitely a shoe to try on before purchasing.

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

                      Comment on this review

                      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      4.0

                      Sizing

                      By Davis21

                      from Finland

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                        Cons

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                            Comments about evolv Shaman Rock Shoes:

                            I wear a size 10.5 street shoe and ordered a size 10 Shaman so that they would fit tight. However, it's near impossible to squeeze my foot in. I would reccommend ordering per your actual shoe size as these don't allow much stretch.

                            • Sizing:
                            • Feels too small
                            • Width:
                            • Feels true to width

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