Evolv Zenist LV
Evolv
The 2026 Zenist LV is the softest and most sensitive shoe Evolv makes, rated PSR 1. A rebuilt sock upper with a single strap and just 1mm of tensioned rubber in the forefoot leave very little between foot and hold, and the oversize toe patch is built for toe hooking on volumes.
Best For
Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- The softest shoe in the Evolv line for smearing and volume work
- Oversize toe patch built for toe hooks
- Low-volume last for narrow feet
Trade-offs
- Almost no midsole support on small edges
- Soft rubber wears faster on abrasive outdoor rock
Sizing & Fit
Low-volume last for narrow feet. 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.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.30 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the So iLL Roam Soft (0.21, softer) and the Scarpa Instinct VSR (0.38, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Evolv |
| Model | Zenist LV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | TRAX EVO 74 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 400g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergfreunde.de | 103.97 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 119.90 EUR |
| snowleader.be | 119.90 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 124.40 EUR |
| 8a.de | 124.99 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 127.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 127.90 EUR |
| oliunid.it | 127.90 EUR |
| oliunid.fr | 127.90 EUR |
| oliunid.es | 127.90 EUR |
| + 3 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 103.97 EUR at bergfreunde.de, 31% below the 150.00 EUR list price. 13 shops currently stock it (103.97 to 159.95 EUR).