I have recently bought the Predator G2, and the first thing you notice is that straight out of the box is that the predator is a very scary looking shoe, the mere thought of cramming your foot inside such a fierce looking shoe would cause many a person's spine to tingle. The power that is present in the predator is incredible, as the toe of the shoe is very small and in a way sharp, which can enable the user to use the smallest of holds, whether it be a small toe hold in a gym, or a crummy looking pocket at a crag.

This shoe excels on all overhanging routes, as it allows you to maintain points of contact with the wall due to the aggressive nature of the shoe. This aggressive nature allows you to use some of the so called impossible horrible looking footholds that nature can provide. Due to that nature, bouldering in these shoes is an incredible feeling, as you are able to use any foothold and thanks to the perfectly moulded heel cup, all heel hooks feel like you could hang off of them. Unfortunately the edging ability of the G2 is less then satisfactory due to the aggressiveness of the shoe. The only major downside that is present in the Predator is the comfort, as they are not the 5 star class hotel luxury that other shoes possess, but what it lacks in feel it makes it up for sheer power. (Note: Allow a few weeks for your feet to begin to feel comfortable)

Can't speak for the G2, I bought the first model on close-out. I really wish I had tried this shoe before, because it is a great steep shoe. I would have stocked up when I found out they weren't going to be made anymore. The shoe does a great job of transferring my foot power to the rock and feels incredibly stable on the worst feet. More sensitive than Miuras, less so than Solutions. I really like the rubber, especially on this shoe.

These shoes do not do well on less than vertical to vertical terrain. They are pretty good on slight overhangs, and wonderful on the steeps. Don't think you will use them as a performance edging shoe, they just aren't built for that.

The major problem with this shoe and my foot shape is the heel. I have to be very careful heel hooking not to rip the whole shoe off my foot. If I know a route has a heel hook in it, I simply won't wear these shoes. If I get up there and find I need one, I can typically make it work. They simply aren't confidence inspiring when used this way.

I will, of course, try the G2 once these wear out. With any luck, that won't be for some time. Hopefully, they fit well, and have a much better heel.

I like Evolv shoes, overall, especially at the price they come at. While I've had no personal problems with the durability of Evolv shoes, I do recommend you check out the shoes before you buy them. Many pairs worn by friends and partners have worn out quite quickly. Some of these by climbers with incredibly precise footwork. I recommend a thorough rand inspection for any soft spots before purchasing a pair of Evolv shoes.

Recommended, highly, if you can find them. Won't speak for the G2 until I try them.

Pretty stiff shoe, just like most evolvs. not too bad overall but not very agro and i tend to like those better. theyre not too expensive and the it seems to last pretty for a decent while. HORRIBLE for trad. I tend to find them pretty good for intermediate climbers.

The first generation Predators were my favorite shoes of all time. The new ones just don't fit my foot quite right. I have a pretty flat foot, so maybe it's the increased arch. The deeper heel cup is too deep for me. Maybe this is a problem in the smaller sizes (I wear a women's size 6) as my husband doesn't seem to have this problem with the new shoe. I felt like the new Predator fit bigger than the old one for the same size, but my toe was hitting the end, so I'm not sure I could go down a half size. The rubber is still great and they would be amazing for heel hooking, overhangs and pockets, if only they fit my foot.

amazing shoes if u need to flag or edge something heel cup is extremely deep so make sure u get them sized correctly i wear a size 10 in pontas and boosted these baby's up to size 11 due to the aggressive downturn but once there popped on and your chalked up there's no stopping these things the question is what dont they do, XT-5 rubber is amazing but im not much of a fan of the whole eco-trax bit just not as sticky but form toe hooks/ toe downs these are the shoe for you, the toe rand is like a patch of glue underneath you to stick to those holds i would strongly recomend these to agressive boulders that take climbing seriously

The Predators are my favorites of the Evolv line up. This is my go to shoe, great for sport, bouldering, and indoor climbing. This is the shoe I wear to send projects, they NEVER leave my climbing bag. Wearing them is almost cheating, nasty little footholds feel much better with these shoes on.