Scarpa Helix V
Scarpa
The Helix V is a medium-stiff, flat-lasted velcro shoe from Scarpa for sport climbing and trad and multi-pitch. Scarpa lists it as medium-width with a medium heel. In stock at 4 shops from 114.90 EUR.
The velcro version of Scarpa's Helix, a versatile and comfortable entry shoe. A flat, low-asymmetry last, three-quarter midsole and durable Vision rubber suit the gym, slabs and all-day routes, with a quick two-strap closure for easy on and off.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Helix V ranks in the top 8% for comfort, the top 36% for support and the top 46% for crack climbing.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Helix V strengths
- Comfortable, flat last for all-day wear and learning
- Quick velcro closure for easy on and off
- Three-quarter midsole and Vision rubber for support
- Versatile for gym, slabs and easy routes
Helix V trade-offs
- Flat, comfort focus gives up grip on steep terrain
- Not a performance shoe for hard climbing
- Leather upper stretches, so size carefully
How the Helix V fits
Comfortable entry fit; leather upper stretches up to a full size, so size snug. Velcro straps for quick adjustment.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Expect roughly a full size of stretch; moderate break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.48 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Black Diamond Momentum (0.46, softer) and the Ocun Striker QC (0.52, stiffer).
Helix V specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Helix V |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Toe Patch | None |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Full |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium |
| Rand | Relaxed |
| Upper Material | Leather |
| Weight (pair) | 520 g (18.3 oz) |
| Break-in | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Hard |
| Durability | High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Helix V costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 4 shops that currently stock it (114.90 to 139.99 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 114.90 EUR at oliunid.de, 18% below the 139.95 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| oliunid.de | 114.90 EUR |
| 8a.de | 114.99 EUR |
| scarpa.com | 139.95 EUR |
| sportokay.com | 139.99 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | 114.90 EUR | 1 |
| 36.5 | 114.90 EUR | 1 |
| 37 | 114.90 EUR | 1 |
| 37.5 | 114.90 EUR | 1 |
| 38 | 114.90 EUR | 3 |
| 38.5 | 114.90 EUR | 3 |
| 39 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 39.5 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 40 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 40.5 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 41 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 41.5 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 42 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 42.5 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 43 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 43.5 | 114.90 EUR | 4 |
| 44 | 114.99 EUR | 3 |
| 44.5 | 114.90 EUR | 2 |
| 45 | 114.90 EUR | 2 |
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