evolv Pontas
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Reviewed by 1 Trailspace user
Description
The Pontas is a climbing shoe made by evolv. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Backcountry.com:
"With a design influenced by Chris Sharma, Evolv created the first signature-series climbing shoes, the Pontas. Chris needed a piece of precision footwear to send his deep water soloing project Es Pontas, and Evolv brought him the goods with a sticky TRAX XT-5 sole and a stretch-resistant Synthratek synthetic upper. The Pontas Climbing Shoe takes on the most technically demanding boulder problems and sport climbs with ease. And deep water soloing it does that too."
From RockCreek:
"The NEW Pontas Lace Ups by Evolv are the second installment in the Sharma Signature Series of shoes. Who else better to design a climbing shoe than one of the strongest, most well acclaimed climbers in the world. Based on the same last that Chris designed before (the Pontas Velcro) this one is stiffer and edgier with a step up in precision. Designed with a full mid sole and extra half mid sole for added support and stiffness while still offering a glove like fit. The Pontas lace-up has a higher toe rand with an extended Trax high friction rubber rand around the shoe offering excellent protection and added grip when toe hooking or scumming. With the speed lacing system, the Pontas is easy on and off, unlike other lace ups, and gives you quick sensitivity adjustments at your fingertips."
From EMS:
"Introducing the world's 1st Chris Sharma signature climbing shoe! The high-performance Evolv Pontas fuses precision, power, and responsiveness in a glove-like fit. An outstanding all-around shoe, the Pontas excels at technical climbs with micro-edges, steep climbing, and moves requiring technical footwork. 4.2 mm TRAX XT-5 high-friction rubber sole: "Trax has the perfect blend of stickiness and durability for extreme climbing of all types." Chris Sharma. Equipped with an extended TRAX rubber toe rand that is functional for toe-hooking without feeling excessive and the tri-grooves relieves pressure off the big toe. 3/4-length semi stiff midsole provides the ideal balance of edging power and responsiveness from toe through the arch. Non-stretch Synthatek synthetic upper; cotton fiber lining. Heel fits securely from base of the heel to the achilles without discomfort and deadspace. Asymmetrical toe profile (KA-1 last). Based on Chris Sharma's climbing expertise and design ideas. On sizing, please note climbing shoe sizes are only a suggestion as fit is highly personal. Foot shape, use, and style all play into size selection."
User Reviews
Unisex Pontas
Reviewed by Evan W, Jul 26, 2008
It isn't necessarily a powerful edging shoe."
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Pontas at 3 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Backcountry.com | Pontas Climbing Shoe | $103.46 | Buy Now |
 RockCreek 2 purchase options: | Pontas Climbing Shoe + Free Chalk! | $114.95 | Buy Now |
| Pontas Lace Up Climbing Shoe + Free Chalk! | $124.95 | Buy Now |
 EMS | Pontas Climbing Shoes | $115.00 | Buy Now |
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