Scarpa Generator V
Scarpa
The Generator V is a stiff, slightly downturned velcro shoe from Scarpa for trad and multi-pitch. Scarpa lists it as medium-width with a medium heel. In stock at 7 shops from 119.14 EUR.
The velcro variant of the Generator, built for trad climbers who want the same stiff edging platform and crack-friendly toe box but need fast on-off at belay stations. Dual straps and a breathable stretch-mesh tongue lock the foot in place without the fuss of laces, while 4mm XS Edge rubber and a full midsole handle long granite pitches without foot fatigue.
Best For
Best for trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Generator V ranks in the top 10% for support, the top 18% for crack climbing and the top 20% for edging.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Generator V strengths
- Quick velcro on-off at belays
- Stiff XS Edge platform for sustained edging
- Durable eco-suede upper
- PAF heel reduces pressure on long routes
Generator V trade-offs
- Heavy at 616g for single-pitch days
- Stiff sole sacrifices smearing feel
- Needs several sessions to break in
How the Generator V fits
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits roman toe shapes.
Expect roughly half a size of stretch; moderate break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
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).
Generator V specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Generator V |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Full |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Hard |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Leather |
| Weight (pair) | 616 g (21.7 oz) |
| Break-in | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Hard |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Generator V costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 7 shops that currently stock it (119.14 to 170.95 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 119.14 EUR at outdoortrends.de, 36% below the 184.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| outdoortrends.de | 119.14 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 119.90 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 128.80 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 144.30 EUR |
| sportokay.com | 149.99 EUR |
| sportfits.de | 164.75 EUR |
| kletterbude.de | 170.95 EUR |
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 | 144.30 EUR | 2 |
| 35.5 | 144.30 EUR | 2 |
| 36 | 144.30 EUR | 2 |
| 36.5 | 144.30 EUR | 2 |
| 37 | 144.30 EUR | 3 |
| 37.5 | 119.90 EUR | 3 |
| 38 | 144.30 EUR | 3 |
| 38.5 | 144.30 EUR | 2 |
| 39 | 119.14 EUR | 5 |
| 39.5 | 119.14 EUR | 4 |
| 40 | 119.14 EUR | 6 |
| 40.5 | 119.14 EUR | 5 |
| 41 | 119.14 EUR | 5 |
| 41.5 | 119.14 EUR | 5 |
| 42 | 128.80 EUR | 4 |
| 42.5 | 119.90 EUR | 5 |
| 43 | 159.99 EUR | 4 |
| 43.5 | 164.75 EUR | 3 |
| 44 | 128.80 EUR | 5 |
| 44.5 | 164.75 EUR | 3 |
| 45 | 164.75 EUR | 2 |
| 45.5 | 164.75 EUR | 3 |
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