Scarpa Arpia V LV
Scarpa
The Arpia V LV is a medium-soft, slightly downturned velcro shoe from Scarpa for sport climbing and trad and multi-pitch. Typically sized 0.5 EU sizes above street size. Of 7 user reports, 4 find the toes tight and 5 find the heel loose. In stock at 35 shops from 85.99 EUR.
The low-volume variant of the Arpia V, designed for intermediate climbers with narrower feet seeking support and versatility without bulk. Maintains the same XS Grip 2 rubber and full midsole while reducing volume for improved heel fit and lighter weight.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Arpia V LV ranks in the top 29% for smearing, the top 37% for sensitivity and the top 43% for comfort.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Arpia V LV strengths
- Intermediate versatile
- Closure system is no-fuss and reliable
- Maximum friction compound for indoor volumes and slab
- Good enough shoe to warrant a resole investment
Arpia V LV trade-offs
- Low volume not for wider feet
- Slight downturn only
- Full-length sole and midsole feel clunky on very steep ground
How the Arpia V LV fits
Typically sized 0.5 EU sizes above street size.
Low-volume fit ideal for narrow to medium-narrow feet. Minimal stretch. Size snug from day one.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Arpia V LV fit reports
Based on fit feedback from 7 owners who measured their feet with the climbing-gear.com foot scanner and rated this shoe at the toes, forefoot and heel (tight, perfect or loose).
Typical downsize: +0.5 EU from street size (n=7).
- Fits best for: egyptian toe shape, long toes, low instep
- Runs tight for: no hallux valgus
- Runs loose for: wide forefoot, narrow heel, medium heel width
- Toes: 43% perfect (n=7) - 3 perfect, 4 tight, 0 loose. Fits well for egyptian toe shape, long toes
- Forefoot: 71% perfect (n=7) - 5 perfect, 1 tight, 1 loose. Fits well for low instep
- Heel: 29% perfect (n=7) - 2 perfect, 0 tight, 5 loose. Mixed signals across foot types.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.44 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Tanta (0.36, softer) and the Tenaya Ra (0.51, stiffer).
Arpia V LV specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Arpia V LV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Toe Patch | None |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium soft |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 430 g (15.2 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip2 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Soft |
| Durability | Moderate, High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Arpia V LV costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 35 shops that currently stock it (85.99 to 149.95 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 85.99 EUR at sportscheck.com, 41% below the 144.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| sportscheck.com | 85.99 EUR |
| biwak.com | 105.00 EUR |
| veronaverticale.it | 106.23 EUR |
| funktionelles.de | 109.00 EUR |
| naturzeit.com | 111.95 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 112.46 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 112.46 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 116.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 116.90 EUR |
| outdoor-climbing.de | 119.50 EUR |
| + 25 more shops | |
Prices by size
Cheapest in-stock price per EU size and how many shops list that size, from the EU pool. Updated daily.
| EU size | From | Shops |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 112.46 EUR | 9 |
| 35.5 | 112.46 EUR | 13 |
| 36 | 85.99 EUR | 20 |
| 36.5 | 106.23 EUR | 23 |
| 37 | 106.23 EUR | 27 |
| 37.5 | 106.23 EUR | 25 |
| 38 | 106.23 EUR | 29 |
| 38.5 | 105.00 EUR | 29 |
| 39 | 85.99 EUR | 33 |
| 39.5 | 105.00 EUR | 30 |
| 40 | 105.00 EUR | 29 |
| 40.5 | 105.00 EUR | 28 |
| 41 | 105.00 EUR | 26 |
| 41.5 | 105.00 EUR | 20 |
| 42 | 105.00 EUR | 17 |
| 42.5 | 111.73 EUR | 17 |
| 43 | 106.23 EUR | 15 |
| 43.5 | 112.46 EUR | 16 |
| 44 | 112.46 EUR | 16 |
| 44.5 | 112.46 EUR | 14 |
| 45 | 112.46 EUR | 12 |
| 45.5 | 112.46 EUR | 8 |
| 46 | 112.46 EUR | 9 |
| 46.5 | 112.46 EUR | 1 |
| 47 | 112.46 EUR | 1 |
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