How do these differ from the K-Lace?

Per Evolv's website: K-Lace II: Asymmetrical toe profile (KA-1 last) SOLE: 4.2mm TRAX® XT-5 high friction rubber RAND: 2.2mm TRAX® duro-rand UPPER: Perforated elastic Synthratek synthetic upper LINING: Perforated cotton lining MIDSOLE: MX-S 1mm sensitive, full-length midsole Bandit: Asymmetrical toe profile (KA-1 last) SOLE: 4.2mm TRAX® XT-5 high friction rubber RAND: 2.2mm TRAX® duro-rand UPPER: Perforated elastic Synthratek synthetic upper LINING: Microfiber lining MIDSOLE: MX-P 2mm stiff full-length midsole If you like sensitivity and feeling the rock better, I'd get the K-Lace's. Otherwise, I've heard better things about the bandit's durability, but I feel like it's mostly subjective anyway, climb what you like. Also, the shape of the two shoes is different, most noticeably in the heel. Goodluck!

The Bandit has a stiffer midsole and a different lining.