Scarpa Instinct VS Women's
Scarpa
The women's-specific version of the popular VS, engineered with lower volume and narrower heel fit while retaining the same moderate downturned performance and durable XS Edge rubber. Sized for female feet without sacrificing the versatility that makes the VS a beginner-to-advanced workhorse.
Best For
Best for bouldering and sport climbing on vertical, overhang and roof terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Tailored women's volume fit
- Durable medium rubber
- Excellent all-around feel
- Curved enough to pull on small holds, flat enough to stand on edges
- Hard rubber maintains shape on tiny edges
Trade-offs
- Moderate downturn less aggressive
- Heavier than slipper options
- Nailing the size matters because the upper barely moves
Sizing & Fit
Women's-specific fit with low volume and narrow heel. Minimal stretch expected. Size to a snug, supportive fit.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits greek and roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.38 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Oasi (0.34, softer) and the Tenaya Tarifa (0.40, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Instinct VS Women's |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip2 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 400g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| 8a.de | 136.99 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 139.90 EUR |
| sport-conrad.com | 139.95 EUR |
| rockrun.com | 158.07 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 158.66 EUR |
| decathlon.es | 174.20 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 136.99 EUR at 8a.de, 24% below the 179.95 EUR list price. 6 shops currently stock it (136.99 to 174.20 EUR).