Scarpa Instinct
Scarpa
The lace-closure variant of Instinct, built for sport climbers and trad climbers who demand precise fit control. XS Edge rubber and partial midsole provide durability and support for long pitches on slab and cracks, while the medium-width last suits standard foot shapes across varied terrain.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Precise fit adjustment via lace
- Supportive partial midsole
- Crack-climbing capable
- Balanced curve for climbers who do a bit of everything
- Stiff compound supports body weight on dime-size holds
Trade-offs
- Laces require fine-tuning
- Heavier than slipper versions
- Less responsive on micro-holds
Sizing & Fit
Standard volume, medium width; minimal stretch. Lace closure allows progressive tightening. Size to a snug midfoot with secure heel.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.45 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Tarifa (0.40, softer) and the Five Ten NIAD Lace (0.54, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Instinct |
| Closure | Lace |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 442g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| sportbuck.com | 122.36 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 126.90 EUR |
| oliunid.it | 126.90 EUR |
| oliunid.es | 126.90 EUR |
| oliunid.fr | 126.90 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 126.90 EUR |
| biwakschachtel-tuebingen.de | 135.00 EUR |
| laufundberg.de | 139.00 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 139.90 EUR |
| snowleader.be | 139.90 EUR |
| + 15 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 122.36 EUR at sportbuck.com, 28% below the 169.95 EUR list price. 25 shops currently stock it (122.36 to 184.35 EUR).