How to Choose Rock Climbing Shoes
evolv Phantom Pro Climbing Shoes - Men's
$239.00
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For steep climbs on small features, pull on these evolv climbing shoes. Featuring EvoWrap™ tensioned midsoles, they're a more powerful version of the Phantom.
Key Details
Climbing Shoe Type
Aggressive
Last
Slip-lasted
Can Be Resoled
Yes
Upper
Synthetic microsuede
- This MV (medium volume) model is designed for a snug fit and average volume foot shapes
- 1 mm tensioned EvoWrap rubber midsoles; full length
- Sock closure with adjustable single-pull hook-and-loop strap
- 1.6 mm Injection molded downturned front midsoles with Love Bump
- Power lock heel outsoles
- Aggressive shape with camber and downturn
- Power Sensitivity Rating (PSR) of 9
Imported.
Sizing note from manufacturer: evolv shoes are not designed to be downsized. evolv sizing uses 3 categories of fit:
View all evolv Men's Climbing Shoes- Max Performance: Ultra Snug. Use street shoe size.
- Performance: Snug. Add .5 to 1.0 sizes to street shoe size.
- Comfort: Relaxed. Add 1.0 to 1.5 sizes to street shoe size.
- PSR 1–3: highly sensitive smearing and volumes.
- PSR 4–7: Versatile for smearing and edging.
- PSR 8–10: Powerful for small holds.
| Best Use | Rock Climbing |
|---|---|
| Climbing Shoe Type | Aggressive |
| Last | Slip-lasted |
| Upper | Synthetic microsuede |
| Lining | None |
| Outsole | 3.5 mm EVO74 High Friction Rubber |
| Footwear Closure | Strap |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4 oz. |
| Climbing Shoe Volume | High |
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Climbing-germ
Pick them up!!!
1 month ago
Just had my first session in these. Right of the box they are the most comfortable shoe I have owned. My street shoe is 10.5 and I ordered a size 11. Extremely powerful and sensitive on the tiny chips. The new rubber is soft and sticky. I felt very secure on the steeps and slabs.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv
Nick W
Jack of All Trades Master of One
1 week ago
This shoe tries to be a mix of just about everything. It has enough support at the edge of the shoe to be able to stand on small holds. It is soft enough rubber to smear and conform to whatever it touches. It has a large toe hooking patch. Whether intentional or not the spine of the heel rubber can almost act as a Madrock like cheater ledge. As far as sizing I’d say it runs similarly to the regular phantoms however they fit a little different. The toe box seems wider or at least is soft enough to be more accommodating. The heel is ever so slightly wider and deeper than the standard phantom. I have a very slender and shallow heel shape and it still fits me fine. I actually prefer the way this heel fits over the standard phantom and I loved the standard phantom heel. Now the things that aren’t as good. Three things come to mind thus far. The price is the first one. It’s expensive! There is also tons of tech and R&D that has gone into this shoe. I can almost validate the price because this shoe was leaked well over a year ago and has since been continuously updated since. But it was the main turn off for why I didn’t pre order. It is the most expensive shoe I think you can buy that isn’t a limited edition shoe. And most of those are silly. The second thing is for me I’m not a huge fan of the way toe hooks feel so far. There is a ton of rubber there to it’s easy to make contact with rubber. For some reason doesn’t feel as sticky but it is softer than what’s on the bottom of the shoe. Your mileage may vary on this one. Lastly, because it is a shoe that is a softer construction I worry about long term durability. I haven’t had them long enough to speak 100% to that (I climb about 15 hours a week and I’ve had them for about a month), however so far they have been fairing well. They have kept their downturn well. They still feel well tensioned and the rubber hasn’t worn away crazy fast or delaminated. Overall, this shoe does everything well and some things great. I would recommend the show to people that want essentially a “quiver killer” that primarily climbs overhung routes. Shape of foot small to medium heel, average volume mid foot because of the adjustability of the closure you can essentially make it whatever you need, and medium to wide toe box. TL;DR Slightly softer/more sensitive and more accommodating than the regular phantom. Keeps edging power. Fits a wider toe box with a slender heel pretty true to street size (I downsized 1 full size). Wouldn’t be at home on a slab climb but otherwise a fantastic option. It’s a softer Scarpa Instinct VSR/VSR LV with a better toe hooking patch and closure adjustability. Downside is that it’s super expensive.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on Evolv