Evolv Shaman LV
Evolv
The Shaman LV is a medium-stiff, aggressively downturned velcro shoe from Evolv for bouldering and sport climbing. Evolv lists it as narrow-width with a narrow heel. In stock at 11 shops from 114.95 EUR.
Built with aggressive downturn and strong asymmetry, this shoe excels on overhanging terrain and roof climbing. 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. Low-volume construction suits climbers with narrower feet and lower insteps.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on vertical, overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Shaman LV ranks in the top 4% for pocket climbing, the top 11% for edging and the top 20% for hooking.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Shaman LV strengths
- Toe power is concentrated for grabbing small features overhead
- Straps pull snug in one motion
- Vegan-certified build
- Trax rubber balances grip and longevity
Shaman LV trade-offs
- Steep downturn causes foot fatigue on longer routes
- Doesn't conform as closely as leather alternatives
- Not built for wide feet
How the Shaman LV fits
Best for narrow feet and lower insteps. Size for a snug but comfortable fit.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow 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.
Shaman LV 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).
Shaman LV specifications
| Brand | Evolv |
| Model | Shaman LV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| 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) | 490 g (17.3 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | TRAX SAS |
| Rubber Thickness | 4.2mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | Moderate |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Shaman LV costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 11 shops that currently stock it (114.95 to 170.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 114.95 EUR at deporvillage.com, 28% below the 160.00 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| deporvillage.com | 114.95 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 119.96 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 127.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 127.90 EUR |
| kletterbude.de | 143.95 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 145.80 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 148.13 EUR |
| outdoor-climbing.de | 153.00 EUR |
| evolvsports.com | 160.00 EUR |
| kletterladen.nrw | 169.95 EUR |
| + 1 more shops | |
Prices by size
Cheapest in-stock price per EU size and how many shops list that size, from the EU pool. Updated daily.
| EU size | From | Shops |
|---|---|---|
| 35.5 | 114.95 EUR | 8 |
| 36 | 114.95 EUR | 6 |
| 37 | 114.95 EUR | 10 |
| 37.5 | 114.95 EUR | 11 |
| 38 | 114.95 EUR | 10 |
| 38.5 | 170.00 EUR | 1 |
| 39 | 114.95 EUR | 9 |
| 39.5 | 114.95 EUR | 9 |
| 40 | 114.95 EUR | 8 |
| 40.5 | 170.00 EUR | 1 |
| 41 | 114.95 EUR | 11 |
| 41.5 | 114.95 EUR | 9 |
| 42 | 114.95 EUR | 9 |
| 42.5 | 114.95 EUR | 8 |
| 43 | 114.95 EUR | 6 |
| 44 | 114.95 EUR | 6 |
| 44.5 | 143.95 EUR | 3 |
| 45 | 143.95 EUR | 2 |
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