Scarpa Scarpa Instinct VSR Climbing Shoes
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Pierce's Review of Scarpa Scarpa Instinct VSR Climbing Shoes

I primarily climb indoors and these are great for bouldering and top-roping. I was surprised at how well these are for toe-holds and smearing, at times these shoes make me feel like I'm glued to the wall. The shoe is definitely softer and breaks in fairly quickly (mine broke in nicely after about 3 sessions). The fit on these is very similar to the Instinct VS, but it is a bit narrower (a selling point for somone like me with narrow feet).

For sizing reference, I usually wear a 39.5 (solution/otaki) or 40 in sportivas (miura VS), 40.5 in Vapor V and US men's 8/8.5 in street shoes.
Pros:
  • None
Cons:
  • narrow
Best Used for:
  • Top-rope
  • bouldering
Would Recommend: Yes
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Last updated 2025-11-12 UTC.