Scarpa Booster
Scarpa
The Booster is an aggressively downturned, asymmetrical bouldering and sport climbing shoe built for steep, overhanging terrain. Featuring Vibram XS Grip 2 rubber and Scarpa's PAF system with DTS Tension rand, it delivers precision and power on small footholds while the full rubber coverage enables confident toe and heel hooks.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Excellent precision on small footholds in steep terrain
- Outstanding heel and toe hooking with full rubber coverage
- Lightweight and sensitive for an aggressive shoe
- PAF system reduces pressure points for better comfort
- Hooks pockets and edges on steep walls
Trade-offs
- Not suitable for all-day wear or long multi-pitches
- Limited versatility on vertical and slab terrain
- Demanding break-in period with initial stiffness
Sizing & Fit
Size down 0.5-1 from street shoe. Synthetic upper means minimal stretch - fit should be snug but not painful from the start.
Fit profile: narrow width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.33 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Solution Comp (0.31, softer) and the La Sportiva Solution (0.42, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Booster |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Feel | Stiff-Moderate |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip2 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 490g |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| alpinstore.com | 109.99 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 112.26 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 128.20 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 128.80 EUR |
| 8a.de | 138.49 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 139.90 EUR |
| basislager.de | 140.00 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 142.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 143.29 EUR |
| camp4.de | 145.00 EUR |
| + 5 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 109.99 EUR at alpinstore.com, 41% below the 184.95 EUR list price. 15 shops currently stock it (109.99 to 189.95 EUR).