Evolv Kronos

Shoes were too small for my feet, return was simple and refund went without a hitch.

I wanted a “use all day” pair of boots.... which I now have. However, I could have gone a half size down as they’ve definitely stretched a bit. I’d recommend half size down from shoe size for comfort but technical feel.

I wanted a “use all day” pair of boots.... which I now have. However, I could have gone a half size down as they’ve definitely stretched a bit. I’d recommend half size down from shoe size for comfort but technical feel.

Covid and an average Brit summer have meant few outings for this new pair. So far, however: they seem solidly made, suitably sticky, and to offer a good balance between edging and smearing. Their general shape is ‘big toe oriented’ and this will suit some foot types but not all. The design idea of the Kronos –the Holy Grail of being tolerably comfortable but technically proficient– is a sensible, grown-up one, and so far I think Evolv have succeeded. This type of shoe is obviously a compromise, but a wise one for the vast majority of climbers. I’ve given 4 stars on the basis of first impressions and because they’ve not yet had much mileage.

Covid and an average Brit summer have meant few outings for this new pair. So far, however: they seem solidly made, suitably sticky, and to offer a good balance between edging and smearing. Their general shape is ‘big toe oriented’ and this will suit some foot types but not all. The design idea of the Kronos –the Holy Grail of being tolerably comfortable but technically proficient– is a sensible, grown-up one, and so far I think Evolv have succeeded. This type of shoe is obviously a compromise, but a wise one for the vast majority of climbers. I’ve given 4 stars on the basis of first impressions and because they’ve not yet had much mileage.