The guides’ choice for moving fast over moderate terrain. Capable into low fifth-class moves, waterproof (thanks to a gore-tex lining) for use in the mountains, and mid-cut for ankle support on loose trails (think dolomites). A vibram vertical approach sole maintains traction, even in the mud, but offers enough stick you won’t freak on exposed sections. Reliable, comfortable, all-mountain performance. Put ’em on in the morning and take ’em off when you make it home – a true alpinist’s companion.

Innovation and tradition share equally deep roots at SCARPA, a muti-generational, family-owned business whose headquarters and manufacturing facilities are in the same region of northern Italy where it was founded in 1938. SCARPA builds performance footwear for climbing, hiking, skiing, mountaineering, trail-running and other outdoor pursuits. Aside from being the Italian word for “shoe,” SCARPA is an acronym for Societa Calzaturiera Asolana Riunita Pedemontana Anonima (Associated Shoe Manufacturing Company of the Asolo Mountain Area).