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evolv Phantom LV Climbing Shoes - Women's
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Designed for steep, gymnastic climbing, the women's evolv Phantom LV climbing shoes deliver a just-right balance for applying pressure on small features and smearing on large volumes and routes.
Key Details
Climbing Shoe Type
Aggressive
Last
Slip-lasted
Can Be Resoled
Yes
Upper
Synthetic lux microsuede
- Shoes feature a medium-soft, highly cambered design well suited for modern-style boulder problems and sport routes with lots of body tension
- Downturned and asymmetric toe profile focuses power on your big toes with precision; large toe rubber patches provide maximum toe hooking ability
- Engineered plastic and tensioned rubber midsoles work together to provide and maintain a downturned shape
- 2-part split soles with tensioned rubber arches allow the front and back parts of your feet to work independently for maneuverability and responsiveness
- 6-point Compression Closure System provides a superb fit with a single pull; double D-ring locking mechanism offers adjustability
- Anatomically engineered heel fit with plenty of rubber allows for powerful heel hooking in comfort
- Split tongues boost comfort and ease of on/off
- evolv athlete Daniel Woods used these shoes to climb Return of the Sleepwalker V17
- For a higher-volume fit with the same performance, evolv recommends trying the Phantom climbing shoes
Imported.
View all evolv Women's Climbing Shoes| Best Use | Rock Climbing |
|---|---|
| Climbing Shoe Type | Aggressive |
| Last | Slip-lasted |
| Upper | Synthetic lux microsuede |
| Lining | Unlined |
| Outsole | 4.2 mm TRAX high-friction rubber |
| Footwear Closure | Strap |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4.8 oz. |
| Climbing Shoe Volume | Low |
evolv Footwear - Women's (various styles)
| 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 5 Womens/4 Mens | 5.5 Womens/4.5 Mens | 6 Womens/5 Mens | 6.5 Womens/5.5 Mens | 7 Womens/6 Mens | 7.5 Womens/6.5 Mens | 8 Womens/7 Mens | 8.5 Womens/7.5 Mens | 9 Womens/8 Mens | 9.5 Womens/8.5 Mens | 10 Womens/9 Mens | 10.5 Womens/9.5 Mens | 11 Womens/10 Mens | 11.5 Womens/10.5 Mens | 12 Womens/11 Mens | 12.5 Womens/11.5 Mens | 13 Womens/12 Mens | 13.5 Womens/12.5 Mens | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 |
| U.S. Men's | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 |
| EU | 35.5 | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 35.5 | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 46.5 |
Sizing Notes
Evolv shoes are not designed to be downsized.
Evolv sizing uses three categories of fit: Max Performance, Performance, and Comfort.
Max Performance : Choose street shoe size. Ultra-snug fit to deliver the maximum possible performance.
Performance : Choose street shoe size and add .5 to 1.0 size. Snug fit for longer sessions.
Comfort : Choose street shoe size and add 1.0 to 1.5 sizes. Comfortable fit for multi-pitch or entry level.
VOLUME
All Evolv climbing shoes come in Low Volume and Medium Volume models.
Low Volume : Designed for a maximum performance fit and lower volume foot shapes.
Medium Volume : Designed for a performance fit and average volume foot shapes.
Buying Advice
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Hannah233
Houston, TX
Great for small chips and long routes!
2 years ago
I switch between these and Drago LV depending on the problem! Both amazing shoes. I needed something more firm with a hooked toe for small chips and more support on long outdoor climbs and these are amazing! My feet don't fatigue in these nearly as fast as in a softer shoe. Took some getting used to since Ive always climbed in the soft Dragos but once I got them a bit broken in theyve been great.
Age:25–34
Used for::Sport Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
Best all-around performance shoe in the game
1 year ago
This shoe is my go to for both hard outdoor climbing and competitions. It fits like a glove fresh out the box, has excellent edging power and a snug heel. Brand new, this shoe is plenty stiff for steep climbing on small footholds; once it's thoroughly broken in, it becomes flexible and sensitive enough for low angle slab smearing. I keep several pairs broken in to different levels of stiffness for various applications. It's also shockingly comfortable. If you're trying to climb hard and you only have one pair of shoes, this should be it.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv
Tate R
Best of the best
5 months ago
These shoes are always an integral part of my outdoor bouldering lineup. They are stiff enough to generate power through small granite crystal feet while still being downturned and very comfortable after breaking in. I recommend these for anyone looking to level up their control on overhangs and pulling with their feet. Evolv is a top tier climbing company who cares for their customers and looks to progress the sport.
Originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
Pierrick
Best performance shoe for me
6 months ago
Fantastic shoe. Evolv's shoe size recommendation is true and can be trusted. I recommend going for the performance ultlra-snug fit size, as the break-in period is rather short and not as painful as one could think. I feel extra confident in my heel hooks and precision toes. I never had so many people congratulate me so much on how good-looking and stylish my shoes are. The closure system takes a few seconds to put on or take off the shoe, but the "hassle" is worth it. I have been wearing these shoes on a few particularly difficult indoor projects for a month now. They have been feeling comfortable for a while already, and so far the closure system doesn't seem to wear (yet? it is definitely more durable than the Solutions Comp' s). For reference, here are my favorite climbing shoes (my street size is 42 EU): - Evolv Phantom LV size 42 - Evolv Geshido Men size 42.5 - Drago LV size 41.5
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv
Matthew S
1 year ago
have owned them for over a year and have held up great with indoor climbing multiple times a week. Got them resoled then turned them into outdoor bouldering shoes and they're incredible. Only issue is that the white strap is starting to fray but it's still holding strong otherwise. Overall, great shoe for experienced climbers who fancy standing on sharp edges. Just don't do much smearing in them
Originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
Ma'am
Psyched
2 years ago
I really, really like the Phantom (non-LV), but wished there was just a little "less" to them, thus, I LOVE the Phantom LV. On day one I thought I'd wear them on my warm-up to start breaking them in and ending up wearing them for the entire day, including on my project. These are the most comfortable aggressive shoes I've ever worn, and I don't feel like I'm sacrificing a thing in exchange!
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv
PetzlCharlie
Excels on the Steep!
2 years ago
Excellent fit for low volume feet. Perform well right out of the box with very little break in time required. Super durable construction with just the right amount of sticky Trax SAS rubber for long wear time. Semi-soft yet super supportive for toeing hard on knee bars and steep pockets. Phantoms heel hook like a dream! This is now my favorite climbing shoe for steep climbing... EVER!!!
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv
Anonymous
Newberry, South Carolina
Runs small
1 year ago
These look awesome but I couldn’t even get my foot in them! I ordered these 1/2 larger than my normal climbing shoe size. Ordered another pair in a whole size larger. We will see!
Age:35–44
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
Steve
Straight Big Toe Position is Unique and Wonderful
1 year ago
After years with the Shaman and Oracle, I have 100% switched to these. I also had the regular version of the Phantom, but it was too high volume for my C-width size 10 feet. I down-sized to compensate, but this made the shoes too painful to use very often. This low-volume version in a larger size is very close to perfect for me. Additionally, this is the only shoe I've found that puts the big toe in a straight, powerful position. A year ago I sprained my ankle while trying to run in some high-heeled, narrow approach shoes that pushed my big toe inward, like most shoes do. The damage was around my navicular bone in my arch. During my rehab, I've learned how much more powerful your arch and overall foot are when the big toe is NOT pushed inward. Take a look at the toe area vs the Shaman and you will see the design difference around the big toe. Evolv, thank you so much for making this low volume shoe is big enough sizes to fit this narrow-footed man. My messed-up left big toe does miss the Shaman's love bump a bit though.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv
Sam S
Haven't used the shoes yet, seem good, but heads up
1 year ago
These shoes use US sizing and it's not super clear they size in women's. I accidentally just assumed for some reason and have to order another pair. I'll edit my review once I try them.
Originally posted on ExpertVoice.com