Evolv Kira
Evolv
A balanced performer with slight downturn, the Kira delivers precision and comfort across varied wall angles. Velcro closure enables fast adjustments during intense climbing sessions. Engineered for narrow feet with low volume, TRAX SAS rubber grips everything from smearing to pockets.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Curved enough to pull hard but not so much that you suffer
- Two-strap closure cinches down evenly
- No animal-derived materials
Trade-offs
- No stretch means no forgiveness on sizing errors
- Not built for wide feet
Sizing & Fit
Runs very small. Most climbers size 2+ sizes up from street shoe. Well-padded tongue provides comfort. Low heel lip may cause slipping sensation.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.52 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Arpia V (0.44, softer) and the La Sportiva Kubo (0.60, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Evolv |
| Model | Kira |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | TRAX SAS |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Weight (pair) | 386g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| deporvillage.com | 92.95 EUR |
| oetzi-halle.de | 99.50 EUR |
| naturzeit.com | 99.56 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 99.90 EUR |
| oliunid.it | 99.90 EUR |
| oliunid.es | 99.90 EUR |
| oliunid.fr | 99.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 99.90 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 104.94 EUR |
| rockrun.com | 104.94 EUR |
| + 4 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 92.95 EUR at deporvillage.com, 23% below the 120.00 EUR list price. 14 shops currently stock it (92.95 to 118.95 EUR).