Evolv Defy Lace LV Climbing Shoes - Low Volume Beginner Lace-Up

The Defy Lace, trimmed for narrower feet. The Evolv Defy Lace LV Climbing Shoes take one of the most advanced entry-level climbing shoes available and cut roughly 6% of the internal volume, for climbers with narrower feet or anyone who wants a snugger, more performance-oriented fit.

Like the standard Defy Lace it has a slightly cambered shape and a more asymmetric fit than a traditional beginner shoe, which gives a more direct connection between foot and rock: better control, cleaner foot placement and faster progression in the gym or outdoors. The asymmetric lace closure lets you tune the fit across the whole foot, the soft heel and split tongue keep it comfortable and easy to get on, and the perforated synthetic upper breathes. A 1.6mm full-length plastic midsole and 3.5mm TRAX® SAS rubber outsole complete a 100% vegan build at roughly 215g per shoe.

Need help choosing? Read our beginner climbing shoe guide.

Why you'll love it

• Low volume fit – about 6% less volume than the standard Defy Lace, for narrow feet or a tighter fit
• Performance entry-level shape – more asymmetric and slightly downturned than traditional beginner shoes
• Asymmetric lace closure – precise, adjustable fit across the foot
• Comfortable – soft heel construction and split tongue opening
• Breathable, vegan upper – perforated 100% synthetic

Good to know

• Weight: approx. 215g per shoe
• Midsole: 1.6mm full-length plastic; outsole: 3.5mm TRAX® SAS rubber
• Sizes: UK 3–10 in this listing (Evolv makes it in EU 35.5–46.5, including half sizes)

Who it's for

Beginner to intermediate climbers with narrow or low-volume feet, climbing indoors and bouldering, who want comfort now and room to progress. If your feet are average width, the standard Defy Lace is the one to pick.