Scarpa Vapor S Women's
Scarpa
Women's take on the Vapor S, pairing the same sticky XS Grip 2 sole and M50 toe patch with a lower-volume last. The Bi-Tension system gives it more structure than the rubber softness implies - strong enough to edge on thin holds, sensitive enough to trust on smeary volumes. A genuine do-everything shoe for intermediate to advanced female climbers.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Soft XS Grip 2 reads texture through the sole
- Lower volume eliminates heel slip common in unisex Vapors
- Nano Strap converts to slipper mode
- Full midsole prevents foot fatigue on long sessions
- Strap tension adapts quickly to swelling feet
Trade-offs
- Grip 2 rubber wears faster than Edge on real rock
- Slight downturn may feel odd for pure beginners
- Narrower fit won't suit wider feet
Sizing & Fit
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.44 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Tanta (0.36, softer) and the Tenaya Ra (0.51, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Vapor S Women's |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip2 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 400g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| barrabes.com | 124.04 EUR |
| decathlon.fr | 130.99 EUR |
| decathlon.it | 130.99 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 135.33 EUR |
| decathlon.es | 155.55 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 124.04 EUR at barrabes.com, 25% below the 164.95 EUR list price. 5 shops currently stock it (124.04 to 155.55 EUR).