SCARPA Men's Instinct VS Climbing Shoes

About This Item

Design:

  • Floating power strap enhances fit and provides additional power
  • Microsuede and leather upper

In-Shoe Comfort:

  • Curved, asymmetrical last combined with a soft construction for optimal comfort and flexibility
  • Flexan® 1.0mm midsole

Durability & Traction:

  • Vibram® XS Edge 3.5mm forefoot outsole
  • Vibram® XS Grip 2 2mm heel outsole
  • Bi-Tension™ active rand provides maximum toe power
  • Rubber toe patch offers maximum toe hooking power

Additional Details:

  • Sizes: 38-45 (half sizes); 46-50 (whole sizes)
  • Weight: 230 g; 8.1 oz (1/2 pair size 40)
  • Brand : SCARPA
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Web ID: 22FDXMMNSTNCTVSCLFBO
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4.9

98%

Recommended

56 Reviews

Not The Most Comfortable But Very Performant

My first pair of aggressive/more downturned shoes and they were pretty much what I expected. Went down a full EU size from street, matching my Scarpa Helix and they were uncomfortably tight at first. After a few sessions they broke in nicely though and now they're stiff enough to feel good on all those tiny edges without completely destroying my feet. The heel is still a bit wide for me though.

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Great Shoes

I was a die-hard Solution fan. Wore several pair of the old Solution and a pair of the new. I had the Solutions straps keep breaking on me, so I switched to this shoe, the Scarpa Instinct VS and I'm very happy. Feel very similar to the Solution. Straps much better. This is my new go-to shoe. I use it for Bouldering and Sport. Old solution: 43 New solution: 42.5 Instinct VS: 43.5 These loosen up quite a bit after just a session or 2. So I may try size 43 next time, but these are great, even if not super tight.

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Rough Break-in, Worth It

These shoes hurt pretty badly right out of the box, and the break-in wasn't quick. A month later though, they are exactly what I was looking for, upgrading to my first big boy shoes. I had a tough time choosing between Instinct VSR and Instinct VS, but decided to go with VS for more support as a heavier climber, and I'm glad I did.

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Great All-around Shoe

I already had some mega-aggressive shoes for the steeps, but picked these up as more of an all-arounder that would work better smearing, etc. Perfect. Very comfy and still perform fine on steep stuff. Not particularly specialized or optimal for edging, but if you just want one shoe to do it all relatively well, these are a good choice.

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Best Climbing Shoes On The Market!!

These are the best climbing shoes on the market today. Awesome fit and feel. The aggressiveness is perfect. These are my go to sending shoe. Only downfall would be the Velcro gives up a little too quick for my taste BUT I also take off my shoes often. Still completely worth it!

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