How to Choose Rock Climbing Shoes

An advanced entry-level option with slight camber and a more asymmetric fit, the women's evolv Defy Lace LV climbing shoes create a more precise connection between climber and hold.
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| Best Use | Rock Climbing |
|---|---|
| Climbing Shoe Type | Neutral |
| Last | Slip-lasted |
| Upper | Synthetic microsuede |
| Outsole | 4.2 mm TRAX high-friction rubber |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 pound |
| Climbing Shoe Volume | Low |
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As a beginner climber, I wanted to get some good shoes but didn’t really know where to start. I am really glad I chose these because as someone with a wider toe box, these are really good for me. I did get my shoes at roughly 1.5 sizes smaller and this worked out really well for me. These shoes are nice and grippy and I personally like the lace a lot because it makes me feel like I have finer control over the fit of the shoe. The only thing that was pretty uncomfortable for a while was the fabric near the heel - it was pretty tight until I wore the shoes in. Now they’re super duper comfortable. Definitely recommend this shoe if you’re just starting out!
I love these shoes! They’re so comfortable (once you break them in of course lol) and grippy on the wall. Really glad I got these for my first climbing shoes.


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