All SCARPA footwear uses Europeansizing, except for the skiing boots.
• 1 Euro whole size = 6.6 mm = 0.26 inches
• 1 US whole size = 8.4 mm = 0.33 inches
• Euro sizes provide a better, more precise fit for your intended use
Upsize (½ sizes) depending on desired fit for mountaineering boots.
For climbing shoes, the choice of downsizing (1 size) depends on the desired fit. In other shoes, you need a gap between the toes and the front of the toe box, which is necessary for walking. In climbing shoes, it is preferable to eliminate gaps, to increase sensitivity and precision when climbing.
Please refer to "Scarpa Climbing Collection Structure" for more information.
The following infographic shows the SCARPA climbing shoe collection. It is divided into three families:
PERFORMANCE, the shoes for climbers who require maximum precision and sensitivity.
PRECISION+COMFORT, for those looking for a climbing shoe that combines maximum precision with a comfortable fit
RELAXED FIT, for beginners and activities requiring indoor and multi-pitch use
For each group of climbing shoes, the degree of softness/stiffness and a comparison of last volumes is indicated by the legend at the bottom of the image.
ASSYMETRY
Considering the angle of asymmetry in the shoe shape from the heel to the toe tip:
HIGHLY ASYMMETRIC: increasing the focus of power at the tip of the shoe.
MEDIUM ASYMMETRY: giving a balance of toe power, flex and comfort.
NEUTRAL: giving excellent comfort and flex.
PROFILE
Considering the angle of down turn in the shoe shape from the heel to toe tip:
HIGHLY DOWNTURENED: increasing the focus of power at the tip of the shoe.
MEDIUM CURVATURE: giving a balance of toe power, flex and comfort.
NEUTRAL: giving excellent comfort and flex.
