Scarpa Boostic R
Scarpa
The Boostic R is a firm, aggressively downturned velcro shoe from Scarpa for sport climbing and bouldering. Typically sized 0.5 EU sizes below street size. Of 8 user reports, 6 rate the forefoot perfect and 6 rate the heel perfect. In stock at 15 shops from 132.30 EUR.
The Boostic R is a high-performance edging specialist with an aggressive downturn and Vibram XS Edge rubber on a full-length curved midsole. The V-Tension system concentrates power into the big toe for elite precision on micro holds, making it the go-to choice for vertical and slightly overhanging sport routes on granite and limestone.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at advanced to elite climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Boostic R ranks in the top 3% for edging, the top 13% for support and the top 21% for pocket climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Boostic R strengths
- Elite micro-edging precision on tiny footholds
- Full-length midsole provides exceptional support and power transfer
- V-Tension system concentrates force into big toe
- Durable XS Edge rubber maintains shape over time
- Aggressive downturn drives toe power on overhangs
Boostic R trade-offs
- Very demanding break-in period of 10-15 pitches
- Too stiff for smearing, volumes, or flexible footwork
- Aggressive shape limits comfort for extended sessions
How the Boostic R fits
Typically sized 0.5 EU sizes below street size.
Fit tight with toes bunched against the end for proper power delivery. The high-volume toe box compensates for the aggressive downturn.
Fit profile: medium width, high forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; extended break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Boostic R fit reports
Based on fit feedback from 8 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=8).
- Fits best for: egyptian toe shape, medium toe length, medium forefoot width, high instep, wide heel, medium heel depth
- Runs tight for: wide forefoot, low instep
- Runs loose for: roman toe shape, long toes, no hallux valgus
- Toes: 63% perfect (n=8) - 5 perfect, 1 tight, 2 loose. Fits well for egyptian toe shape, medium toe length, no hallux valgus
- Forefoot: 75% perfect (n=8) - 6 perfect, 2 tight, 0 loose. Fits well for medium forefoot width, high instep
- Heel: 75% perfect (n=8) - 6 perfect, 0 tight, 2 loose. Fits well for wide heel, medium heel depth
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.67 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among aggressive shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Genius (0.59, softer) and the Evolv Phantom Pro (0.72, stiffer).
Boostic R specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Boostic R |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Aggressive |
| Asymmetry | Strong |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium hard |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Leather/synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 490 g (17.3 oz) |
| Break-in | Extended |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Hard |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Boostic R costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 15 shops that currently stock it (132.30 to 200.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 132.30 EUR at alpinstore.com, 30% below the 189.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| alpinstore.com | 132.30 EUR |
| veronaverticale.it | 139.43 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 151.90 EUR |
| epictv.com | 151.90 EUR |
| campobase.net | 159.90 EUR |
| snowleader.be | 160.90 EUR |
| verticalextreme.de | 161.46 EUR |
| sportfits.de | 164.75 EUR |
| goma2.net | 170.10 EUR |
| kletterbude.de | 170.95 EUR |
| + 5 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 | 132.30 EUR | 4 |
| 35.5 | 132.30 EUR | 4 |
| 36 | 132.30 EUR | 4 |
| 36.5 | 132.30 EUR | 3 |
| 37 | 132.30 EUR | 6 |
| 37.5 | 132.30 EUR | 5 |
| 38 | 132.30 EUR | 9 |
| 38.5 | 132.30 EUR | 9 |
| 39 | 132.30 EUR | 10 |
| 39.5 | 132.30 EUR | 11 |
| 40 | 132.30 EUR | 13 |
| 40.5 | 132.30 EUR | 13 |
| 41 | 132.30 EUR | 15 |
| 41.5 | 132.30 EUR | 14 |
| 42 | 132.30 EUR | 14 |
| 42.5 | 132.30 EUR | 9 |
| 43 | 132.30 EUR | 10 |
| 43.5 | 132.30 EUR | 12 |
| 44 | 139.43 EUR | 12 |
| 44.5 | 132.30 EUR | 6 |
| 45 | 161.46 EUR | 6 |
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