The Evolv Defy Lace is the iconic entry-to-intermediate shoe and it's back for 2025 with a bold new look and a performance refresh.
The Lace version of the new Defy is slightly stiffer than its velcro siblings, with more lateral rigidity.
Evolv Size Suggestion:
Max Performance: use your street shoe size for an ultra-snug fit.
Performance Fit: add a ½ size to your street shoe for a snug fit that is still comfortable to wear for a full session.
Comfort Fit: add 1 to 1.5 sizes to your street shoe.
The 2025 Defy Lace returns with everything climbers have come to expect from an entry level shoe from Evolv - comfort, durability, and technical features that elevate the Defy far beyond its 'entry level' shoe status. Slightly more cambered and asymmetrical than traditional entry level shoes, the Defy Lace instills precise, confident movement from your very first climb. Now with a slightly thinner 3.5mm outsole, the new Defy range feels sensitive and in touch with every foothold from the get go.
Built with a comfortable synthetic upper, lace up closure for a personalised fit, and Evolv’s trusted Trax® SAS rubber, the Defy Lace balances performance and comfort whether you're projecting indoors, edging outside, or just starting your climbing journey. From your first send to your hundredth - the Defy Lace stays true to its name with a comfortable, versatile fit perfect for anyone from a first time climber to a seasoned pro.
Features:
- Very Comfortable - slipper-like feel and design with perforated upper for increased breathability
- Midsole: 1.6mm full length plastic midsole
- Asymmetric Toe Profile - great performance even for new climbers
- Upper: Synthetic (Synthratek VK) and semi-perforated uper - increased breathability
- 3.5mm TRAX® SAS high friction rubber sole
- Anti-microbial treated mesh (Agion)
- Split tongue opening
- Lace closure
Sizing
If you require some assistance with sizing this climbing shoe to your particular needs click here: Rock Climbing Shoe Sizing Guide
Related Products and Collections
- More Evolv climbing shoes are available in our Evolv Climbing Shoes Collection
- See more climbing shoes in our Climbing Shoes Collection
- See more products in our Evolv Collection
