Sandwiched EVA provides a more cushioned feel, while molded EVA gives greater durability and uniformity.

Visit Website Approach The compression- molded EVA midsole offered stiffness for hikes around the Flatirons and scrambling in Eldo.

Mammut uses a softer compression- molded EVA midsole in the heel on the outside to facilitate a natural heel strike.

However, the molded EVA midsole gives little foot support, making the shoe better suited to climbing areas with short approaches.

The Access features FiveTen's signature Stealth rubber (subjectively the stickiest we tested) melded with a molded EVA midsole.

Despite a sleek profile that's great for urban wear, the shoe also has a welcome dash of burl thanks to its compression- molded EVA midsole.