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Amazon Customer
March 06, 2016
Good shoe, slighlty smaller than other scarpa models
I ordered these online without trying them on because it was a good sale. I tried on a different scarpa model at my local REI and thought the 44 fit perfectly, this came in just slightly smaller than the other model which were velcro close instead of the lace up. I still think they are excellent shoes and have started to brake in and become more comfortable after about 5 wears. They are comfortable enough to wear for several climbs in a row and then my feet need a break. Great beginner shoe (myself) since the sole is solid rubber and allows for easier support during edging.
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Ethan Tsai
January 27, 2014
Excellent multipitch shoe
A nice, comfortable multipitch shoe for those looking for something not too aggressive that works over several pitches without being uncomfortable. I have enormously wide feet (8.5 EEE) and these are quite tight around the edges at the toebox, but the leather uppers stretch out. Not the stickiest of rubber for the soles, but you get what you pay for! I expect to need a resole in a few more outings, but I have been thrashing these shoes over 10-11b, with 8 pitches (@40-50m length) being the longest continuous run in them. Still comfortable by the end, though definitely exhausting on the feet.A very good beginner shoe, or one that will serve on multipitch comfortably!
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Great quality and performance. Very happy customer
I had tried these on in person, so I knew what fit to expect. I am typically a size 10.5 M US, and the 43.5 EU/10.3 M US size fit perfectly for me. Very snug, but not uncomfortably so. I love the blue suede outer and the even comfort and security of the lace up closure. The rubber is grippy (way better than your average rentals) and the sole has a slight edge to help you maintain your footing on chippy holds and narrow ledges. For a beginner rock climber like myself, I am very satisfied with the quality, price, and performance of this shoe as I learn the sport.
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Chem Is Try
August 18, 2025
Men's or women's?
The shoe is good, but they sent the wrong size (women's 11 instead of men's 11). I've tried twice to get the correct size and failed. Since it's a European shoe, selling according to the European size would make ordering and fulfillment much simpler.
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Robin Boyd
December 14, 2025
Not true to size
Very small not true to size
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Teddy K.
February 19, 2020
Very Comfortable!
The most comfortable shoe I've had yet! Great for long sessions. I love the fabric lining in the heel, it's a really great feature that adds so much comfort. I bought them true to my sneaker size and they were comfortably tight at first and after breaking in maybe gained a half size. Now they are gently snug on my toes and I can keep them on in between climbs if I want to, without feeling loose when climbing.The sole lasted 3 months before getting to the rand, which has been average for me given my weight (190lbs) and frequency (2-3 times a week, 8-10 hrs total). I'll save them for a resole at this point because I really like the feel of these.The size of the Helix feels the same as La Sportiva's Finale, but is quite different from my Scarpa Vapor V's. The labels say they are the same size but the Helix is about a half centimeter longer than the Vapor V's. I use the Helix for the bulk of my climbing but switch to the tighter Vapor V's when footwork really counts.Only downside to the Helix has been my feet getting stained blue after long sweaty sessions in the first 2 months. I'd buy these again.Update: I snagged another pair of these on sale, I love them that much. I have a pair of Scarpa Force V's I've been trying lately, they're good but I much prefer the lacing of the Helix for the glove like fit over the Force V's velcro straps.Update 2:2 years later, both pairs still holding up great. One pair has been resoled twice and the other once.
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Phenomenal Shoes for the Intermediate Climber
This is my second pair of climbing shoes that I've purchased now that I've both gotten more serious about rock climbing and that I have worn my first pair out. I ordered a size too small and the fit absolutely sublime. Every time that I wear them they get more comfortable as they are broken in morea and more. They have great grip and have definitely improved my ability as a climber.
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