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SCARPA Men's Helix Climbing
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Scarpa Helix Mens Shoes [Colour:Hyper Blue][Shoe Size:44 EU]
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originally posted on REI
I don’t know if I got a defective pair or what happened, but after wearing these shoes twice, I have gotten six splinters from the soles: one in my right foot and five in my left. Because of the thin, flexible, almost fibrous, splintery sole material, the splinters are much harder to remove than a more firm wood or glass splinter. I haven’t been able to get all of the material out of my foot, which means I can’t climb and can barely even walk, since they’re getting inflamed and potentially infected. Seriously, Scarpa?!? How did these make it past your quality control?
originally posted on REI
I’ve tried a lot of climbing shoes, but these are absolutely the most comfortable pair I’ve found.They fit well, have excellent grip, and have held up well to months of use.I’m usually a pretty reserved person, so I was hesitant about the bright colors, but I’ve come to love them, and I’ve actually gotten lots of compliments from other climbers at my gym!As I progress to harder grades I may gravitate to a more aggressive shoe, but for now I couldn’t be happier with this pair.
originally posted on backcountry.com
I have used this shoe both indoor and outdoor. It is my go to chili climbing shoe. Works great for multi pitch. You are able to feel the comtours of the rock under your foot. Grip is fully adequate. Durability is moderate. Weight is excellent for a mid priced shoe. The only disadvantage is that the shoe will not protect your foot and dont even try to crack climb in these babies.
| Intended Use | Gym Climbing & Beginner |
| Upper | 1.8mm Suede |
| Outsole | Vibram XS Edge 3.5mm |
| SHIPS TO | Australia |
SCARPA Men's Helix Climbing
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Scarpa Helix Mens Shoes [Colour:Hyper Blue][Shoe Size:44 EU]
Free delivery
Scarpa Helix Shark-Midgray 42 EUR (8 UK) | Women buy
Delivery between 16–23 June $142.46
Men's Helix Lace Rock Climbing Shoes for Trad & Sport Climbing
Delivery between 16–19 June $29
Men's Helix Lace Rock Climbing Shoes for Trad & Sport Climbing
Delivery between 16–19 June $29
I don’t know if I got a defective pair or what happened, but after wearing these shoes twice, I have gotten six splinters from the soles: one in my right foot and five in my left. Because of the thin, flexible, almost fibrous, splintery sole material, the splinters are much harder to remove than a more firm wood or glass splinter. I haven’t been able to get all of the material out of my foot, which means I can’t climb and can barely even walk, since they’re getting inflamed and potentially infected. Seriously, Scarpa?!? How did these make it past your quality control?
I’ve tried a lot of climbing shoes, but these are absolutely the most comfortable pair I’ve found.They fit well, have excellent grip, and have held up well to months of use.I’m usually a pretty reserved person, so I was hesitant about the bright colors, but I’ve come to love them, and I’ve actually gotten lots of compliments from other climbers at my gym!As I progress to harder grades I may gravitate to a more aggressive shoe, but for now I couldn’t be happier with this pair.
I have used this shoe both indoor and outdoor. It is my go to chili climbing shoe. Works great for multi pitch. You are able to feel the comtours of the rock under your foot. Grip is fully adequate. Durability is moderate. Weight is excellent for a mid priced shoe. The only disadvantage is that the shoe will not protect your foot and dont even try to crack climb in these babies.
These shoes are quite comfortable for multiple hours at the climbing gym. My feet are a bit longer and narrower than most AMAB people, and these shoes accommodate that with relative ease. I wear a Men's 9 for most of my shoes, from work boots to Van's, however when trying these on in store I found that a Men's 8.5 gave me the fit needed for my toes to be able to work on holds. I have only had these shoes for a few weeks now, however, they seem to be durable, and give plenty of grip on artificial walls and wood walls. They do tend to curl my pinkie toe in just a bit more than I'd like, but this is pretty minor. As other reviewers have mentioned, the blue suede will stain your toes. It washes off with soapy water in the shower, and isn't that strong of a stain ... MoreThese shoes are quite comfortable for multiple hours at the climbing gym. My feet are a bit longer and narrower than most AMAB people, and these shoes accommodate that with relative ease. I wear a Men's 9 for most of my shoes, from work boots to Van's, however when trying these on in store I found that a Men's 8.5 gave me the fit needed for my toes to be able to work on holds. I have only had these shoes for a few weeks now, however, they seem to be durable, and give plenty of grip on artificial walls and wood walls. They do tend to curl my pinkie toe in just a bit more than I'd like, but this is pretty minor. As other reviewers have mentioned, the blue suede will stain your toes. It washes off with soapy water in the shower, and isn't that strong of a stain anyways, but it is there. I don't wear socks to climb, however, I could see this maybe being an issue in the wash.
After an (extremely painful) 2-week breaking in process, this shoes are actually insanely comfortable and fit me like a glove. I would say, unfortunately, given how much they loosen up, make sure they're painfully tight at purchase haha. As other people have mentioned, they also stain your feet blue, but this is not really a big deal if you bathe regularly. Im climbing at V4 and they always rise to the challenge, but i'd imagine that at higher levels their ability to edge very small holds will probably taper off. Very happy with this purchase!
This pair of climbing shoes has been amazing as my first pair I ever bought as a climber. Currently, it's been about 4 months and 25-30 times I've worn them, and have not noticed a single thing wrong with them.The shoes are very comfortable and I have no trouble wearing them for hours at a time. They feel great and secure on all indoor footholds I have encountered. The only possible downside would be the blue ink getting on your feet after climbing for a while, but if your feet don't sweat too much then this really shouldn't be an issue.Overall, this is a great shoe. Although it was a more pricy shoe at $110, I really have no regrets as it is a great beginner's shoe. For fitting, I'd recommend finding the size that fits snug to your foot, and then getting .5 cm ... MoreThis pair of climbing shoes has been amazing as my first pair I ever bought as a climber. Currently, it's been about 4 months and 25-30 times I've worn them, and have not noticed a single thing wrong with them.The shoes are very comfortable and I have no trouble wearing them for hours at a time. They feel great and secure on all indoor footholds I have encountered. The only possible downside would be the blue ink getting on your feet after climbing for a while, but if your feet don't sweat too much then this really shouldn't be an issue.Overall, this is a great shoe. Although it was a more pricy shoe at $110, I really have no regrets as it is a great beginner's shoe. For fitting, I'd recommend finding the size that fits snug to your foot, and then getting .5 cm smaller since these shoes will feel slightly longer once broken.
I tried on every pair of shoes in my local REI, plus a pair of 5.10 NIADs I ordered from REI, and these were the only ones that matched my foot shape. I have Greek feet (middle toes longer than the big toe) and a narrow heel.I am happy with these shoes. The edging is great. The rubber isn't very sticky, so smearing is so-so. My old Tarantulace smear better even after breaking in the Scarpas. They aren't terribly aggressive, so they work well for full days at the crag but may not be ideal for short bouldering sessions or steep overhangs. I find the Scarpas perform better outdoors on rock - I was really surprised what they could do on RRG sandstone slab routes. I feel like the Tarantulace perform better in the gym, but I prefer the fit of the Scarpas and wear them ... MoreI tried on every pair of shoes in my local REI, plus a pair of 5.10 NIADs I ordered from REI, and these were the only ones that matched my foot shape. I have Greek feet (middle toes longer than the big toe) and a narrow heel.I am happy with these shoes. The edging is great. The rubber isn't very sticky, so smearing is so-so. My old Tarantulace smear better even after breaking in the Scarpas. They aren't terribly aggressive, so they work well for full days at the crag but may not be ideal for short bouldering sessions or steep overhangs. I find the Scarpas perform better outdoors on rock - I was really surprised what they could do on RRG sandstone slab routes. I feel like the Tarantulace perform better in the gym, but I prefer the fit of the Scarpas and wear them all the time. They are better for training footwork, too.If it helps, I can wear just about any Adidas size 12 street shoe, but haven't found any other brand (Nike, Reebok, etc.) that fit my foot shape. A pair of size 46.5 Helix fit my feet just about perfectly. Next best fit in the REI store was a pair of Tarantulace, followed by La Sportiva Finale. Nothing else in stock in my size at that particular store felt like something I would want to climb in.Yes, they turn my feet and toes a little blue when they get sweaty. That's not the worst-looking part of my feet and doesn't bother me. Besides, you can proclaim your superior climbing fashion by telling people that you paint your toes blue to match your gear.
Know upfront I am fully in the "laces over velcro" camp. I mostly sport climb indoor, but also do some outdoor sport climbing. In my opinion, I have never had another pair that conformed to my foot better. The result is that it feels like a freaking glove on my foot - but doesn't seem to cause any pain. Works extremely well. AND, they have held up for like 3-4 years of climbing 2-3 times per week. This is actually my second pair so that I have a pair to climb in when I have them re-soled by Vibram. Expect to own these for a very long time.
I’ve been indoor climbing for about 6 months now, with varying frequency on how much I go weekly. I don’t personally feel that the rubber grips super well on volumes but I don’t usually climb them anyways so it isnt too much of a downside. I don’t usually wear shoes much so I’m not sure my exact shoe size (maybe somewhere around a US 12) and if I recall, I purchased these in EU 45, could’ve gone down to an EU 44.5. They fit snug for about 4-5 months with some extra space in the heel but heel hooks haven’t been impacted by this. Lately they have been a little baggier than usual but I only feel my feet slipping when walking, not necessarily when climbing. After a while, the blue dye does stop leaking from the material. Toes have some slight wear and tear but nothing ... MoreI’ve been indoor climbing for about 6 months now, with varying frequency on how much I go weekly. I don’t personally feel that the rubber grips super well on volumes but I don’t usually climb them anyways so it isnt too much of a downside. I don’t usually wear shoes much so I’m not sure my exact shoe size (maybe somewhere around a US 12) and if I recall, I purchased these in EU 45, could’ve gone down to an EU 44.5. They fit snug for about 4-5 months with some extra space in the heel but heel hooks haven’t been impacted by this. Lately they have been a little baggier than usual but I only feel my feet slipping when walking, not necessarily when climbing. After a while, the blue dye does stop leaking from the material. Toes have some slight wear and tear but nothing out of the ordinary
Hi after reading the reviews posted I thought the best I could add is that this shoe fits a wide (D/E foot) better than the other MEC stock I tried on. I’m a lower grade outdoor sport climber so a generalist shoe at a good price fitting my freaky feet are my buying criteria. I don’t belay/lounge in them so I guess that’s an effective prophylactic against the blue foot others have mentioned in reviews. I also like the lace ups, which I find accommodate high arches better than wide Velcro straps. They even thoughtfully threw in a comfy padded tongue - nice touch! The leather uppers are a little taller than other shoes, which adds a bit of warmth for early/late days outside. All around a solid shoe, especially if your feet are “unique”.
| Intended Use | Gym Climbing & Beginner |
| Upper | 1.8mm Suede |
| Outsole | Vibram XS Edge 3.5mm |
| SHIPS TO | Australia |
Scarpa Helix - Hyper Blue 47
Comfortable, versatile and tough - the Helix by Scarpa! The climbing shoes with their comfortable shoe lasts are perfect for all who like comfort and also for beginners, who need to get used to climbing shoes. Therefore the Helix are perfect for longer tours as well as alpine terrain, where you want to wear the shoes for several hours. After a while of wearing, the robust and breathable leather optimally adapts to your foot and also widens a bit. The Vibram XS Edge sole is quite stiff, which ensures an ideal stability, long durability and temperature resistance. Long laces allows for quick tightening of the shoe and the loops aid in the putting on and taking off of the shoes. The Scarpa Helix are perfect for extended climbing sessions - no matter if indoors or outdoors!
Comfortable, versatile and tough - the Helix by Scarpa! The climbing shoes with their comfortable shoe lasts are perfect for all who like comfort and also for beginners, who need to get used to climbing shoes. Therefore the Helix are perfect for longer tours as well as alpine terrain, where you want to wear the shoes for several hours. After a while of wearing, the robust and breathable leather optimally adapts to your foot and also widens a bit. The Vibram XS Edge sole is quite stiff, which ensures an ideal stability, long durability and temperature resistance. Long laces allows for quick tightening of the shoe and the loops aid in the putting on and taking off of the shoes. The Scarpa Helix are perfect for extended climbing sessions - no matter if indoors or outdoors!
Comfortable, versatile and tough - the Helix by Scarpa! The climbing shoes with their comfortable shoe lasts are perfect for all who like comfort and also for beginners, who need to get used to climbing shoes. Therefore the Helix are perfect for longer tours as well as alpine terrain, where you want to wear the shoes for several hours. After a while of wearing, the robust and breathable leather optimally adapts to your foot and also widens a bit. The Vibram XS Edge sole is quite stiff, which ensures an ideal stability, long durability and temperature resistance. Long laces allows for quick tightening of the shoe and the loops aid in the putting on and taking off of the shoes. The Scarpa Helix are perfect for extended climbing sessions - no matter if indoors or outdoors!
Comfortable, versatile and tough - the Helix by Scarpa! The climbing shoes with their comfortable shoe lasts are perfect for all who like comfort and also for beginners, who need to get used to climbing shoes. Therefore the Helix are perfect for longer tours as well as alpine terrain, where you want to wear the shoes for several hours. After a while of wearing, the robust and breathable leather optimally adapts to your foot and also widens a bit. The Vibram XS Edge sole is quite stiff, which ensures an ideal stability, long durability and temperature resistance. Long laces allows for quick tightening of the shoe and the loops aid in the putting on and taking off of the shoes. The Scarpa Helix are perfect for extended climbing sessions - no matter if indoors or outdoors!
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