Scarpa Vapor V Women's
Scarpa
Women's version of the Vapor V, tailored with lower volume and narrower heel while maintaining the same leather durability and center-shaped last philosophy. Ideal for female climbers seeking a leather shoe that combines breathability with precise edge control across varied terrain.
Best For
Best for sport climbing and bouldering on slab, vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Breathable leather
- Durable for outdoor climbing
- Supports resoling to extend the shoe's life
- Vibram XS Edge for precise, durable edging
Trade-offs
- Leather needs break-in period
- Narrow shape is a dealbreaker for wide-footed climbers
- Aggressive fit is punishing for newer climbers
Sizing & Fit
Women's-specific fit with low volume and narrow heel. Leather stretches 0.5 EU; size down accordingly. Expect 2-3 sessions break-in.
Fit profile: narrow width, low forefoot volume, narrow heel, suits greek toe shapes.
Expect roughly half a size of stretch; moderate break-in.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.55 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among slightly downturned shoes it sits between the Tenaya Ra (0.51, softer) and the La Sportiva Skwama Lite (0.64, stiffer).
Specifications
| Brand | Scarpa |
| Model | Vapor V Women's |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Slight |
| Asymmetry | Moderate |
| Rubber | Vibram XS Grip2 |
| Rubber Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Weight (pair) | 420g |
| Vegan | No |
| Kids | No |
Prices
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bananafingers.co.uk | 111.88 EUR |
| barrabes.com | 114.09 EUR |
| sport-conrad.com | 119.95 EUR |
| decathlon.es | 152.20 EUR |
| bouldercity-shop.com | 169.95 EUR |
Cheapest current offer: 111.88 EUR at bananafingers.co.uk, 32% below the 164.95 EUR list price. 5 shops currently stock it (111.88 to 169.95 EUR).