Evolv Shaman Trance
Evolv
Evolv's do-everything Shaman, rated PSR 6 between its aggressive boulder shoes and its comfortable route shoes. A hybrid sock upper and multi-strap closure wrap the foot, the Shaman Pro Love Bump midsole holds the toe in an aggressive position without much stiffness, and EVO 74 rubber front and back covers smears as readily as edges.
Best For
Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Soft EVO 74 rubber smears and edges equally well
- Sock upper plus multi-strap wraps the foot closely
- Rubber front and rear for heel and toe hooking
Trade-offs
- Aggressive downturn tires the foot on long routes
- Soft build gives less support on tiny edges
Sizing & Fit
True to size for standard feet. Hybrid sock upper with minimal stretch, so size precisely.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.30 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Theory (0.24, softer) and the La Sportiva Skwama (0.33, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Evolv |
| Model | Shaman Trance |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Rubber | TRAX EVO 74 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 552g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergzeit.de | 163.95 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 179.95 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 163.95 EUR at bergzeit.de, 9% below the 180.00 EUR list price. 2 shops currently stock it (163.95 to 179.95 EUR).