Scarpa Generator Mid
Scarpa
A mid-height mountaineering variant of the Generator, designed for serious trad and alpine climbers needing ankle support and maximum durability. Full midsole, lace closure, and high ankle coverage provide confidence on long approaches and technical climbing on mixed terrain.
Best For
Best for trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Mid-height ankle support
- Extended terrain capability
- Precise lacing for trad and multi-pitch comfort
- Hard rubber maintains shape on tiny edges
- Vibram XS Edge for precise, durable edging
Trade-offs
- Heavy for day climbs
- Stiff feel reduces sensitivity
- Extended break-in period
Sizing & Fit
Leather stretches 0.5 EU; size down from street size. Mid-height adds ankle support. Extended 5-6 session break-in.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Expect roughly half a size of stretch; extended break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.71 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the La Sportiva Finale (0.65, softer) and the Black Diamond Aspect Pro (0.81, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Generator Mid |
| Closure | Lace |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 620g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| hardloop.de | 153.80 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 154.90 EUR |
| oliunid.it | 154.90 EUR |
| oliunid.es | 154.90 EUR |
| oliunid.fr | 154.90 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 159.96 EUR |
| alpinstore.com | 160.65 EUR |
| snowleader.be | 160.90 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 160.90 EUR |
| 8a.de | 162.99 EUR |
| + 4 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 153.80 EUR at hardloop.de, 21% below the 194.95 EUR list price. 14 shops currently stock it (153.80 to 194.95 EUR).