Scarpa Origin
Scarpa
An accessible entry shoe for beginners, the Origin combines real leather with a comfortable, flat last and partial midsole support for learning foundational technique. The center-biased last accommodates diverse foot shapes, making it ideal for climbers discovering their style on sport and trad routes.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and trad multipitch on slab and vertical terrain. Aimed at beginner to hobby climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Beginner-friendly design
- All-day comfort
- Straight shape for all-day use at the crag
- All-round compound handles different rock textures
- Resole-friendly design saves money long-term
Trade-offs
- Leather requires break-in
- Flat design lacks sensitivity
- No toe patch limits durability
Sizing & Fit
Leather stretches a full EU size. Size down 1 EU from street shoe. Moderate break-in expected (3-4 sessions).
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: 0.47 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among flat shoes it sits between the Boreal Alpha (0.43, softer) and the Ocun Striker QC (0.52, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Origin |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Flat |
| Asymmetry | None |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Edge |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Weight (pair) | 430g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| sportokay.com | 55.99 EUR |
| sport-in.net | 60.00 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 68.52 EUR |
| naturzeit.com | 68.94 EUR |
| sport-schuster.de | 69.95 EUR |
| denk-outdoor.de | 69.99 EUR |
| engelhorn.de | 77.19 EUR |
| sport-bittl.com | 78.00 EUR |
| terracamp.de | 80.00 EUR |
| kletterschuhe.de | 83.96 EUR |
| + 16 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 55.99 EUR at sportokay.com, 57% below the 129.95 EUR list price. 26 shops currently stock it (55.99 to 129.95 EUR).