Scarpa Approach Shoes
If you're looking for an approach shoe that performs well, you may not have to go much further than the Scarpa hiking boots. The footwear design ensures a high-performance shoe that is lightweight, provides excellent foot support, and has a greater grip than most of its rivals on steep and slick terrain.
Climbers will appreciate the super-comfortable EVA midsole, repurposed mesh upper, fantastically grippy Vibram outsole, and hinged toe for a handy performance improvement on climbs. This is pretty much everything you could ask for in a hiking shoe. Indeed, here at Addnature, we have a great deal of Scarpa approach shoes just for you.
Making a decision
Many mountains require miles of trekking and difficult off-track scrambling. While certain hiking shoes and boots are capable of rock hopping off the beaten path, most will struggle to retain traction and control. Instead, Scarpa Approach shoes are a hiking and climbing hybrid. Their sticky rubber soles make it easy for them to stick to smooth rocks and small edges in a boulder field.
Indeed, they have smaller foot holds, thus making it easier to climb down a slope. Scarpa approach shoes are also tough with a sticky rubber toe rand that reinforces the toe box and extends to the top of the shoe.
How to choose approach shoes
Climbers need to wear the appropriate approach shoes for the terrain to ensure a safe and comfortable ascent. Depending on the approach shoes, these can be used for different terrains.
- Mid-cut vs. low-cut: most climbers prefer lighter low-cut approach shoes over mid-cut approach shoes. If you have a larger build, opt for mid-cut shoes. The mid-extra cut's ankle support may mean the difference between a minor sprain and a fractured ankle when falling in weighted footwear. If approaching on snow, mid-cut approach shoes are recommended.
- Waterproofing: Unlike hiking boots, waterproofing is not required for approach shoes. This is because most climbers only do rock climbing in dry conditions. Alpine climbers, on the other hand, will want to pick approach shoes made of Gore-Tex or equivalent waterproof, breathable fabric.
- Edging: Most climbers will switch to climbing shoes as the terrain reaches fifth class. Strong climbers who are comfortable in their approach shoes will choose a smooth-sole platform under the toe. Similar to Scarpa mountaineerning boots, this should extend to the shoe's edge, like a hiking boot.
Scarpa Mojito: The ultimate boot
Recently Scarpa has become a trailblazer in a new shoe category: the approach shoe. Created for the booming climbing community. Scarpa wanted a shoe that was comfortable, yet sturdy and they came up with Scarpa Mojito. Indeed, it is a high-quality shoe that comes in bold designs.
These boots quickly appeared in a rainbow of colours, and they didn't just appeal to climbers. They also became a popular casual shoe choice. The Mojito's Vibram sole makes it equally at home on rough terrain as it is in the city. In fact, it has become one of the most popular approach shoes for all ages.
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