Evolv Oracle
Evolv
The Oracle is a medium-stiff, aggressively downturned lace shoe from Evolv for sport climbing and bouldering. Evolv lists it as wide-width with a medium heel.
A balanced performer with aggressive downturn, the Oracle delivers precision and comfort across varied wall angles. Lace closure with speed-lace system offers precise foot locking during intense climbing sessions. With standard volume and responsive TRAX SAS rubber, this shoe handles all foothold types.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on vertical, overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Oracle ranks in the top 11% for edging, the top 18% for pocket climbing and the top 27% for hooking.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Oracle strengths
- Aggressive downturn drives power on steep terrain
- Speed-lace closure for a precise, quick fit
- All-round compound handles different rock textures
- Full rubber toe patch for toe hooks
Oracle trade-offs
- Doesn't conform as closely as leather alternatives
How the Oracle fits
True to size for standard feet. Size for a snug but comfortable fit.
Fit profile: wide width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
No stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Oracle fit reports
3 scanned owners have reported how this shoe fits so far - not enough yet for a fit fingerprint; verdicts unlock at 5 owners. The reports come from climbers who measured their feet with the climbing-gear.com foot scanner and rated the fit of the shoes they own.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.51 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Solution (0.43, softer) and the La Sportiva Genius (0.59, stiffer).
Oracle specifications
| Brand | Evolv |
| Model | Oracle |
| Closure | Lace |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 510 g (18.0 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | TRAX SAS |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | Moderate, High |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Oracle costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Oracle in stock right now.
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