Scarpa Vapor LV
Scarpa
A low-volume variant of the Vapor platform, designed for climbers with narrower feet seeking versatile edge-focused performance without bulk. Maintains the durable XS Grip 2 rubber and center-shaped last while reducing volume and weight for precise, responsive climbing.
Best For
Best for sport climbing on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Durable XS Grip 2 rubber
- Lighter and more responsive
- Versatile edge focus
- Velcro makes shoe changes quick between routes
- Stiffness sits in the middle, handling edges and smears
Trade-offs
- Low volume not for wider feet
- Partial midsole only
- Velcro-only closure
Sizing & Fit
Low-volume fit ideal for narrow to medium-narrow feet. Minimal stretch. Size snug from day one.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.51 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Ocun Ozone HV (0.42, softer) and the La Sportiva Kubo (0.60, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Vapor LV |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip2 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 400g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| funktionelles.de | 123.03 EUR |
| bergfreunde.de | 123.71 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 123.90 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 129.90 EUR |
| oliunid.de | 130.90 EUR |
| oliunid.fr | 130.90 EUR |
| oliunid.es | 130.90 EUR |
| oliunid.it | 130.90 EUR |
| gigasport.at | 131.99 EUR |
| gigasport.de | 131.99 EUR |
| + 15 more retailers | |
Cheapest current offer: 123.03 EUR at funktionelles.de, 25% below the 164.95 EUR list price. 25 shops currently stock it (123.03 to 169.95 EUR).