Saltic Enigma Black EVO
Saltic
The Enigma Black EVO is a medium-soft, moderately downturned velcro shoe from Saltic for bouldering and sport climbing. Saltic lists it as medium-width with a medium heel. In stock at 2 shops from 84.80 EUR.
Stiff Czech Enigma variant with proprietary Extasy HG rubber and partial midsole for intermediate-to-advanced versatility. Slight asymmetry suits a broader skill range while moderate downturn handles slab-to-overhang transitions. Lightweight construction enables rapid movement.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Enigma Black EVO ranks in the top 11% for smearing, the top 13% for hooking and the top 24% for sensitivity.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Enigma Black EVO strengths
- Stiff midsole responsive
- Extasy HG proprietary grip
- Lightweight construction
- Moderate break-in period
- Transitions between indoor and outdoor climbing easily
Enigma Black EVO trade-offs
- Stiff response limiting for some
- Won't mold to your foot shape like leather does
How the Enigma Black EVO fits
Microfiber minimal stretch fits true-to-size. Standard width accommodates typical feet; Saltic barefoot philosophy emphasizes natural geometry.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; moderate break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.40 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Evolv Zenist (0.30, softer) and the Evolv Shaman 2S (0.43, stiffer).
Enigma Black EVO specifications
| Brand | Saltic |
| Model | Enigma Black EVO |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Full |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium soft |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 380 g (13.4 oz) |
| Break-in | Moderate |
| Rubber | Extasy |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate, High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Enigma Black EVO costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 2 shops that currently stock it (84.80 to 98.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 84.80 EUR at 9b-plus.com, 13% below the 98.00 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| 9b-plus.com | 84.80 EUR |
| saltic.cz | 98.00 EUR |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 34 | 98.00 EUR | 1 |
| 34.5 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 35 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 36 | 98.00 EUR | 1 |
| 37 | 98.00 EUR | 1 |
| 37.5 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 38 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 38.5 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 39 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 40 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 41 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 41.5 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 42 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 42.5 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 43 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 44 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 45 | 84.80 EUR | 2 |
| 45.5 | 98.00 EUR | 1 |
| 46 | 98.00 EUR | 1 |
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