Evolv

Shaman Climbing Shoe

New Evolv Shaman

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

10

I have owmed and worn the two previous Evolv Shaman models and was concwperned that the newest model would fall short, but quite the opposite. The newest Evolv Shaman has more volume, but provides a comfortable, precise glove-like fit. Well done, Evolv.

Great shoes

Shoes are very snug and have not stretched too much in the past couple months of use. I don't wear them for long periods. I do a couple routes and take them off to give my feet a rest. They grip indoor walls really well and seem to be pretty durable. I would recommend this shoe to other climbers.

Overall great grip on the climbing wall for gym bouldering. Lots of versatility, solid intermediate level shoe. The toe box can be a little steep and uncomfortable but it does slightly stretch, then fits like a glove.

Let’s talk about “wide”

Everyone says wide feet but I don’t think they actually have wide feet. I am a 6e width 43. The shaman doesn’t even come close. Awesome shoe but if you actually have wide feet on a brannock, you’re not just some bouldering kid who thinks he has wide feet, look elsewhere. These might just be roomy for average feet.

I have wide feet and this is one of the only performance shoes I've felt "comfortable" in.

I love these shoes

Perfect all-around shoe

Got the Shamans over 3 months ago and I love them. Don't have too big experience in climbing shoes as this is only my second pair but after using Kronos in the beginning, this is a definite step up in terms of possibilities on the wall. I'm climbing in the gym only so far and they work perfectly fine no matter if we're talking about pushing from the small edges or smearing on hi-angle volumes - I haven't yet found a scenario in which these shoes would limit my ability of completing the climb. Edging, toe- or heel hooking, smearing, everything seems to work just as it should in Shamans. I'm wearing size 8.5 US with my street size being 9 US and after a bit painful break in period they fit my foot perfectly and are super comfortable without any loose spots inside. The overall quality is great, the only thing i'm slightly worried about are the velcro straps that look like the weakest spot of the shoe - they already show some signs of usage and small fraying, but I'm using them pretty intensively and so far there's no serious damage to them. I've also used the front part of the rubber way faster than expected but I'm pretty sure that's due to my sloppy footwork. Overall, the Shamans feel so good for me that I don't think I'm looking for another model anymore, I plan to resole them as long as possible and probably just buy another pair when the first one is too worn out.

Great all-rounders!

These are the first all-around shoes in my climbing journey. I am very lucky because it suits me very well after a short break-in period. I have an Egyptian foot shape with narrow to medium width and it is very comfortable for me like the second skin. Shamans are not stiff and not soft, they have a great combination of sensitivity and precision with performance. Good toe hooking and heel hooking ability as well as grabbing and smearing (love bump is a small obstacle here but for my 83kg it is not a problem to smear it). Long story short, great all-arounders who can help to progress with different routes and angles in any discipline. One more thing is the edging ability, it is good, not perfect but you need experience and strength in your toe for that. Highly recommend.

Comfortable All-Around

I only use the Shaman's! They're so comfortable and the best all-around gym shoe for long training days. Great shoe.

Feels great on any rock inside and out!

I love this shoe! It has been my new everyday shoes for about a year now. I have used it not every type of rock and it preforms great on all. It also does extremely well on technical overhangs as well as delicate face climbing. They are extremely comfortable for climbing shoes as well. I think that these are a great shoe for anyone from a beginner climber at the gym to an expert climber craging every chance they can get. All in all an amazing shoe!