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Evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe
  • Evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe
  • Evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe
  • Evolv Pontas II Climbing Shoe
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Pontas II

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Description

• Three opposing direction strap closures for a dialed in fit and snug arch
• Medium stiffness midsole for a perfect balance of edging and smearing
• Extended toe rand for toe hooking
• Cotton lining to reduce stretch and to maintain the shape of the shoe
• New molded heel

A revised take on the first shoe Chris Sharma designed for his Signature Series, the Pontas II is a versatile all arounder with a loyal following among trad climbers, sport climbers, and boulderers alike. Edging, power, and versatility are the hallmarks of this modern classic.

Retail price

US$ 130.00

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Weight 264 g

Single : 263.7 g / 9.3 oz (Size 9)
Pair : 527.3 g / 18.6 oz (Size 9)
(we converted ounces to grams)

Closure Type 3 Velcro closures
Gender Unisex
Volume High
Sizing Information US sizes : 4-13.5, including half sizes
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Best Use (Highest Performance) All-around
Trad / Crack
Bouldering
Asymmetry Low
Tongue Details not provided by the brand
Last Details Shape: Flat (comfort)
Construction: not provided by the brand
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Upper Material not provided by the brand  Synthetic (non-stretch Synthratek upper)
Midsole Material 1.5 mm  MX-P : full-length midsole
Sole Material 4.2 mm  TRAX® high friction rubber
Rand: VTR rand (thicker front toe area)
Footbed Lining

Microfiber forefoot, leather footbed, cotton heel

Trax® Rubber Technology

Trax® Rubber

TRAX XT® high friction rubber is formulated to be the highest performing rubber on the market. TRAX-XT®has a perfect balance of high friction and edging power on different types of rock and plastic holds while performing consistently over a wide range of temperatures.
VTR3D Technology

VTR3D

With VTR3D, the “high wear” zone of the rand is thicker, while low wear areas are kept thin to reduce pressure points and hot spots around your foot.

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Outdoor Gear Lab Gear Review rating 3.3/5

The Evolv Pontas 2 is a revised version of the first Pontas designed by Chris Sharma. The main additions are a third Velcro strap and a thicker rand in the toe. The sole is the same 4.2mm Trax rubber with a pointy toe tip similar to the popular Five Ten Anasazi VCS and Mad Rock Flash 2.0. This new version also has a slightly improved fit in the heel for better heel hooking. All in all, the Pontas 2 is a comfortable and versatile shoe in the middle price range that offers above average performance. They have enough improvements and new features to move them up higher than the original Pontas in our overall ratings and if we gave an award for versatility, this would be a contender to win for sure. That said, the Shaman is still our favorite Evolv shoe for steeper angles and it's also one of our top-rated shoes overall. The Pontas 2 are more flat which makes them more comfortable to wear for long periods of time so they are better for less steep rock and more varied styles of climbing.

Climbing Gear Review no rating given just a review

Redesigned for 2012, the Pontas II is a versatile shoe that can handle almost any terrain, from ticky-tacky dime edges in Squamish, British Columbia, to steep, sinker buckets in Skaha, B.C. A flat last with slight asymmetry and an aggressive and form-fitting, rubber-coated heel cup make for an easy-to-wear foot platform. A 1.5mm, full-length MX-P midsole adds stiffness that will last the life of the shoe. The Pontas II fits narrow- to average-width feet and can be sized large for all-day wear or tight for technical faces. Testers loved the 4.2mm TRAX outsole on the new heel that’s 100 percent rubber-coated for improved hooking and scumming, where your feet drag or skid on the wall. Cotton-lined synthetic uppers and a split mesh tongue ease entry and add comfort. Evolv added a third Velcro strap to the Pontas II for superior adjustment. Testers experienced above-average precision and grip on the micro-edges of the long and dead-vertical Petrifying Wall at Squamish as well as the overhanging jugs of Skaha. It’s designed as an all-around shoe and does everything well.

Pontas II Shoe

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