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Scarpa

Instinct VSR Rock Climbing Shoe

Versatile shoe with grip and sensitivity; perfect for bouldering, sport climbing, and technical face climbing

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Product Specifications

Average weight 460g (pair, Size 40)

Midsole Flexan 1mm

Outsole Vibram® XS Grip2 (3.5mm)

Upper Microsuede and leather

Trusted Opinions

Staff (1)

Thomas Bivouac Team Member

Scarpa's Instinct VSR is an excellent outdoor all-rounder. Thriving in vert and overhanging sport and bouldering routes, the soft(ish) rubber allows enough sensitivity to read foot placement clearly through small holds, making a strong shoe for edging and smearing. The feature that stands out the most in this shoe is the super rugged toe rubber, with ridges and texture allowing for secure toe hooks. It is a slipper/Velcro combination, allowing for a secure fit, but not much fit adjustment in the lower shoe.

The shoe makes for a good beginner entry into performance-based shoes, with my break-in not being as bad as some more restrictive shoes. The shoe does fit relatively wide so cramming will be more minimal, but not as suited to narrow feet.

It is important to aim for a snug fit due to the more relaxed toe and heel, as the wider heel can be awkward on unfit sizing.

I've seen and used this shoe in many environments, indoor and outdoor. At crags, boulders and comps this shoe holds up nicely and, for a softer shoe the rubber holds well.

Fit tip:

Wide fit in Heel and Toe, aim to downsize for adequate fit.

Trusted Opinions

Staff (1)

Thomas Bivouac Team Member

Scarpa's Instinct VSR is an excellent outdoor all-rounder. Thriving in vert and overhanging sport and bouldering routes, the soft(ish) rubber allows enough sensitivity to read foot placement clearly through small holds, making a strong shoe for edging and smearing. The feature that stands out the most in this shoe is the super rugged toe rubber, with ridges and texture allowing for secure toe hooks. It is a slipper/Velcro combination, allowing for a secure fit, but not much fit adjustment in the lower shoe.

The shoe makes for a good beginner entry into performance-based shoes, with my break-in not being as bad as some more restrictive shoes. The shoe does fit relatively wide so cramming will be more minimal, but not as suited to narrow feet.

It is important to aim for a snug fit due to the more relaxed toe and heel, as the wider heel can be awkward on unfit sizing.

I've seen and used this shoe in many environments, indoor and outdoor. At crags, boulders and comps this shoe holds up nicely and, for a softer shoe the rubber holds well.

Fit tip:

Wide fit in Heel and Toe, aim to downsize for adequate fit.

Features

• Perfect for bouldering, sport climbing, and technical face climbing
• FV last: curved, moderately downturned, asymmetric profile
• Microsuede and leather upper
• Strap closure
• Minimal Flexan 1.0mm midsole insert distributes the force on the foot and allows excellent flexibility in the back of the liner
• Bi-Tension active rand provides maximum toe power
• Rubber toe patch provides toe hooking power
• 3.5mm 1/2 length Vibram® XS Grip 2 sole with a handcrafted 2mm Vibram® XS Grip 2 shaped heel for a soft, supple fit and feel

Instinct VSR Rock Climbing Shoe