Scarpa Helix
Scarpa
A versatile, comfortable lace-up entry shoe and a reborn Scarpa classic. A flat, low-asymmetry last, three-quarter midsole and durable Vision rubber make it forgiving and supportive for the gym, slabs and all-day routes while learning.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Comfortable, flat last for all-day wear and learning
- Three-quarter midsole and Vision rubber give support and durability
- Lace closure for an even, adjustable fit
- Versatile for gym, slabs and easy routes
Trade-offs
- Flat, comfort focus gives up grip on steep terrain
- Not a performance shoe for hard sport or bouldering
- Leather upper stretches, so size carefully
Sizing & Fit
Comfortable entry fit; leather upper stretches up to a full size, so size snug. Lace closure adjusts across the foot.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Expect roughly a full size of stretch; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.45 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Simond Klimb (0.35, softer) and the Ocun Striker QC (0.52, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Helix |
| Closure | Lace |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 470g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| engelhorn.de | 87.95 EUR |
| sport-schuster.de | 89.95 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 90.43 EUR |
| sportbuck.com | 93.56 EUR |
| deporvillage.com | 98.95 EUR |
| biwakschachtel-tuebingen.de | 99.00 EUR |
| funktionelles.de | 103.96 EUR |
| outdoortrends.de | 109.02 EUR |
| kletterkogel.de | 115.00 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 116.96 EUR |
| + 8 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 87.95 EUR at engelhorn.de, 32% below the 129.95 EUR list price. 18 shops currently stock it (87.95 to 139.95 EUR).