Multi-purpose shoes
Product 2021
Woman, Man
The brand defines the Evadict XT7 as a versatile shoe, along with the previously tested Evadict MT Cushion. We have to agree on the term “versatile “. For these two products, it is the ability to tackle most terrain with a certain hardiness that can be appreciated by both products: powerful grip, reinforced construction, strong forefoot protection.
The comparison stops there because the Evadict MT Cushion has more cushioning and a 4mm drop compared to 10mm on the Evadict XT7. The weights are also different 300g for the first and 335g for the equivalent size Evadict XT7 (size 42.5).
Let’s focus on the Evadict XT7. We immediately notice the excellent instep support: the lacing is very fast and efficient, and we would say; powerful. And the laces don’t need special attention to slide them. They are simple, neat, and precise.
The second remarkable point is the sole. There’s grip on all wet terrain. No clogged-up lugs. Great sensations on rocks and slabs, the rubber adheres despite the relative lug-height, which on some models produce a certain loose grip. The Evadict XT7 is direct.
Cushioning is developed at the rear. It is less asserted compared to other products like the Evadict MT Cushion for example. There’s good spread, you keep foot’s presence on the ground. There is no lateral roll, the heel doesn’t drift towards the interior. You can feel the high 10mm drop. A rating that helps the spring but which some runners may not like who are used to 6mm drop.
The Evadict XT7 is not the most dynamic shoe around, but its roll is not violent, its rigidity is well designed for technical terrain. Same for the twist. There is very little cushioning at the forefoot. You can’t feel stones underfoot on the downhill.
It has quite a narrow overall fit, with a tight toe box. We like its precision, be careful if you have wide feet. The entire heel area is extensively fitted with foam padding, like the rest of the shoe which we would describe as comfortable.
Running you don’t have to worry about your feet not being protected at the forefoot: great protection. You can still feel the relative weight of the Evadict XT7 in the heel. Evadict announces a lifespan of 1000 kilometers. This will also depend on where you are running: the volcanic slopes of Réunion Island are much more abrasive than the Finland’s green and pleasant land.
AT any rate, the classic construction is very neat with good reinforcements. We just have a question about where the big toe bends: could this be a weak point? And then there’s the price: very good value.
At this price, why hesitate? The Evadict XT7 is a great shoe to have fun on the trails. Comfortable you can attack most terrain without suffering. This is not a competition-oriented shoe but it is very comfortable to wear to start trail running and go for long runs. The bonus? Its ultra-light price doesn’t put a hole in your wallet.
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We used this equipment over a long period of time
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