EVOLV Zenist 2026 LV - Low-Volume Rock Climbing Shoe for Competition, Bouldering, & Training Board Climbing

The Evolv Zenist 2026 LV Climbing Shoe is a low-volume variation of our softest, most sensitive climbing shoe (PSR 1). Shaped for bouldering and competitions, this aggressively downturned climbing shoe helps you work out the smallest footholds when every move is crucial for a high-scoring onsight. With a redesigned upper for 2026, the Zenist features a sock-like fit that ensures maximum sensitivity and performance. Its ultra-thin, split rubber outsole works with the half-length midsole to maximize sensitivity. Our stickiest rubber compound keeps you confident on the smallest footholds, and the tensioned heel rand maintains the shoe’s camber. We made this shoe with 100% vegan materials, including a synthetic upper with plenty of rubber toe coverage to keep stretching to a minimum.

• EU Size: 41.5 - US Size: 9.5 Women's / 8.5 Men's
• Completely redesigned upper construction for 2026 for a glove-like fit. Our softest, most sensitive competition shoe for smearing, toe hooking, and heel hooking on volumes. Great for training boards. PSR 1. LV model has 6% lower overall volume than the Zenist for intermediate to advanced performance levels.
• Evolv shoes are not designed to be downsized. Evolv sizing uses three categories of fit: Advanced: Ultra snug - Order same size as street shoe; Intermediate: Snug - Order 1.0 size larger than street shoe; Beginner: Relaxed - Order 2 sizes larger than street shoe. Unsure? Order 1 size larger than street shoe.
• PSR is a rock shoe selection tool that ranges from (1) sensitive/smearing to (10) powerful/edging. PSR 1-3: Highly sensitive for smearing and volumes; PSR 4-7: Versatile for smearing and edging; PSR 8-10: Powerful for small holds.
• Evolv shoes come in 2 different volumes. Medium Volume MV is appropriate for all performance levels. Low Volume LV is appropriate for intermediate and advanced performance levels. LV is 6% lower volume across entire shoe than MV.