Excellent! I'll buy Evolv again!!

By Matthew A. Toebbe Ranked #978 - Climbing Shoes September 16, 2008

I bought a pair of these shoes elsewhere about a year ago, and decided I need to let people know about them. I bought them because I couldn't stand the rentals at the gym, and instantly knew i made a good buy. I was just beginning to climb, and now I boulder in the same pair at least once a week. I do mostly gym routes, and have had no problem with holes in the toes or the soles coming unglued. I take care to make sure they are well aired out and dry after using them (synthetic shoes supposedly stink) and they stay in my living room without any offending odors.

My normal shoes are 11's and after trying on a few pairs, I bought a pair of the Defy's in size 11. They curl my toes, and make walking slightly difficult, but they are not uncomfortable. I now have callouses on the top of my big toes from rubbing, but I never got any blisters.

They are clearly the most popular shoe at my gym, and they just re-did the rentals to use all Defy's. These shoes are totally synthetic for the Vegan community. They are great for beginners, or for veterans who want a more comfortable shoe.

Thanks.

Matt T

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