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Scarpa Veloce Climbing Shoes - Women's
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With soft, grippy rubber and a moderate downturn that lets your feet grab holds of any size and shape, the indoor-specific women's Scarpa Veloce climbing shoes represent a totally modern perspective.
Key Details
Climbing Shoe Type
Moderate
Last
Slip-lasted
Can Be Resoled
Yes
Upper
Synthetic microsuede
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- Single Z-strap closures allow for quick and easy adjustability
- Medium-tension DTS Active Rands conserve energy for all-day efficiency
- Specifically engineered for these shoes, proprietary S-72 rubber delivers excellent grip and durability
- Relaxed Performance Fit adds extra space in the toe area for a more comfortable foot position with less pressure
- PAF (Pressure Absorbing Fit) heel system provides flexibility while reducing pressure on your Achilles tendons
- Appropriate for climbers of all abilities
- Made in Italy
- Vegan
Imported.
View all Scarpa Women's Climbing Shoes| Best Use | Rock Climbing |
|---|---|
| Climbing Shoe Type | Moderate |
| Last | Slip-lasted |
| Upper | Synthetic microsuede |
| Outsole | 4 mm S-72 rubber |
| Footwear Closure | Strap |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight (Pair) | 13.4 ounces |
Scarpa Footwear - Women's
| 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 EU | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 |
| EU | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 |
| Mondo | 20 | 21 | 21.5 | 21.5 | 22 | 22.5 | 23 | 23.5 | 24 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 |
Sizing Notes
All Scarpa non-plastic footwear uses European sizing.
• 1 Euro whole size = 6.6 mm = 0.26 inches
• 1 US whole size = 8.4 mm = 0.33 inches
• The 30 Euro sizes above cover the same size range as 24 US sizes.
• More Euro sizes provide a better, more precise fit for your intended use.
Rock Shoes: Scarpa recommends you downsize 1/2 to 2 full sizes from street shoe size, though downsizing depends on shoe model, intended use and personal preference.
Mountaineering: Scarpa recommends you upsize 1/2 size or more depending on desired fit. Scarpa plastic mountaineering boots are based on the UK sizing scale.
Ski Boots: All Scarpa ski bootsare measured in Mondo sizing. Highlighted (or not) sizes share the same shell size; the liners are lasted for each 1/2 size. Some skiers may want to downsize up to 1 full Mondo size, depending upon personal preference.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Fantastic Indoor Climbing Shoe
Fishy2 years ago
Due to a very wide forefoot with bunions and a narrow heel, I tried on a LOT of climbing shoes. The Veloce had the most room in the toe box of all the intermediate shoes I tried on. I've worn these shoes climbing about twice a week for six months and they have been great. My street shoe size is 8.5 and I got the Veloce in 39.5. The fit is tight enough that I have to take them off between climbs, but they work perfectly on the wall (5 11 a/b climbs). They are very soft which I prefer over the very stiff-soled shoes, but probably not a shoe to use outdoors.
Fishy
Denver, CO
11 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Weird Fit
Shiann2 years ago
My toes were cramped, yet my heel was not snuggled fit around the back. The overall fit was strange and more uncomfortable than a climbing shoe should be.
Shiann
Millville, NJ
4 people found this review helpful
Fishy
Denver, CO
Fantastic Indoor Climbing Shoe
2 years ago
Due to a very wide forefoot with bunions and a narrow heel, I tried on a LOT of climbing shoes. The Veloce had the most room in the toe box of all the intermediate shoes I tried on. I've worn these shoes climbing about twice a week for six months and they have been great. My street shoe size is 8.5 and I got the Veloce in 39.5. The fit is tight enough that I have to take them off between climbs, but they work perfectly on the wall (5 11 a/b climbs). They are very soft which I prefer over the very stiff-soled shoes, but probably not a shoe to use outdoors.
Age:55–64
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
smiley
ND
Beginner Climber
2 years ago
I have not been climbing long so buying a pair of shoes was a hard decision. I didn't like the rental shoes but had done some research and chose the Scarpa as my first ever real climbing shoe. I bought these in June and received them quickly through RIE. I am normally a size 10 but had sizes down to 9.5. They were a little tight but I was able to break them in easily. I have climbed hard and really enjoyed them for slab climbing. They feel comfortable, I rarely take them off between climbs. I have loved my Scarpa and if you chose them as your shoes. I'm sure you will love them just as much as I have.
Age:25–34
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
auds
Great for indoor bouldering
4 years ago
I learned that comfortable shoes are important for me to be confident in sending problems. These shoes are very comfortable while providing a downturn that is not overly aggressive. I got the same size as the Scarpa Force and it fit perfectly. I feel more confident in these shoes to send all kinds of problems and walls due to the comfort and shape. These shoes are also meant for indoor climbing due to the type rubber, so if you extend the life of the shoe, try not to take it outside. My only problem is the heel cup, i felt it was a bit too bulbous.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Casual
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7.5
Used for::Bouldering
Yes , I recommend this product
Fiftypercentoff
Huntsville, AL
Extremely soft beginner shoes
5 years ago
I ordered these as my next level shoes from my beginner Evolv Elecktras. These shoes were extremely soft. Was not for me but can definitely be for someone else who is very new to rock climbing but does not want to deal with painful shoes. These were bendable and spacious. They do not do well for heel hooks whatsoever. Too much material by the heel so it just bunches up. I wear size 7.5-8 in women's and bought these in 40 (8.5). They were very roomy. If you're looking to get these shoes, you can order them your street size or even .5 size smaller. The shoes might stretch out. Best description I can give is they felt like straight up water shoes.
No, I do not recommend this product
Allison
Amazing for wide feet
3 years ago
I have a very wide forefoot and a bunion on one foot, and these shoes fit my feet so well! I've tried on lots of different climbing shoes and these have the widest forefoot that I've seen. They are pretty soft, so they were fairly comfortable out of the box, but they have molded to my feet and gotten more comfortable over time. There is a little gap around each of my heels when I wear these shoes, but I think the trade-off is worth it to have the rest of my feet not being squished.
Age:18–24
Experience Level:Beginner
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
bwthhybl
San Fransisco, CA
Great intermediate shoe
3 years ago
Pros: amazing grippy rubber, instant comfort, doesn't stretch too much Cons: WIDE heel, rubber wears easily So I got this shoe after my 'first' pair of climbing shoes, the Scarpa Origins. I instantly felt so confident in these shoes and felt great smearing and climbing on tiny foot chips. I would have sized down to fix the heel issue but my feet are pretty small so I got the smallest size available at REI. I would consider them true to size in terms of length. Out of the box they are so comfortable and don't really need a break-in period. The wide heel made me very wary but I was able to manage a few aggressive heel hooks. The wide heel also makes it very prone to shoe 'farting.' I was able to climb in these for about half a year for 3-5x a week before busting a hole in the rubber of both shoes. Despite the cons, I am still very happy with these shoes. I really hope that they fix the wide heel in the future because they would easily be my go-to shoe once they do. I wouldn't recommend this shoe for beginners because of the easy wear, but it's a great shoe for intermediate climbers or as a warm-up/easy session shoe for someone more advanced.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Casual
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 5.5
Used for::Bouldering
Yes , I recommend this product
Shannon B
Los Angeles, CA
Great for high volume heels
4 years ago
I often have a really hard time finding shoes that fit my feet - my heels are fairly high volume for a woman, but my feet overall are so small I can't find men's shoes that are small enough (I'm wearing EU 36.5 in these). Usually with most women's shoes, if the fit is good in the heel width then they are so long I can curl my toes away from the front, or the length is good but they pinch way too much on my achilles tendon and the pressure point under my ankle bone. I was hesitant to try these because so many reviews rated the fit poorly, but then I realized those reviews are probably from people with narrower feet who are more used to finding shoes shapes that work for them. If your feet sound like mine, give these a try. Performance wise I'd say they're a good moderate shoe for indoor sport climbing or bouldering. The toe downturn is noticeably more helpful than a flat shoe, but it's not Instinct or Solutions level of toeing in. Edging on the outside of the shoe isn't perfect but totally serviceable if you have fine footwork. Really good heel hooks (again though, may be specific to my heel shape). Quite sensitive and flexible through the midsole so you have a lot of foot control. That plus the velcro closure system makes it easy to personalize the fit around the midsoles, so these really felt like wearing socks. These won't be the best shoe to break out for sending that overhung V9 project with tiny chips and I think the sensitivity could make it hard to climb big wall or trad, but I'm very happy with them as my go-to bouldering shoe (particularly given how hard it is to fit that right shaped shoe for my feet!)
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Used for::Bouldering
Yes , I recommend this product
Shiann
Millville, NJ
Weird Fit
2 years ago
My toes were cramped, yet my heel was not snuggled fit around the back. The overall fit was strange and more uncomfortable than a climbing shoe should be.
Age:18–24
Used for::Gym Climbing
No, I do not recommend this product
Anonymous
North Carolina
My Favorite Shoes
4 years ago
I've tried 3 different brands of climbing shoes in the past year trying to find the right shoes for me, and these are it! They're super lightweight and fit like a glove. The inside of the shoe is like a super soft sock. My street size is 39.5, but I got 38.5 as recommendation from friends who also have these shoes. It took about a month of use (3 - 4 times a week) to get them broken in without being painful, but now they fit perfectly. I will definitely be purchasing another pair to switch out when these need a resole.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 8
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
J015
Colorado
Favorite Gym Shoe
4 years ago
I absolutely love these shoes! I will climb anything in the gym in these. I have other shoes but I always gravitate to my Veloces for both sport and bouldering. I sized down quite a bit (USW 7 down to an EU 36), they stretched out a good bit and seem a little bigger than other Scarpas. I have a VERY narrow heel and they fit fine but now 6 months later the heel cup has stretched and the looser fit makes it feel like my feet my slip out of my shoes when heel hooking. I have climbed A LOT in these so it doesn't really bother me (4-5x a week, approx 12-15hrs of climbing/week for 6 months). The toe has still retained it's slight downturn over time. I know some people don't like these for small/chip like footholds but I have no issues at all. Out of all my shoes I trust my feet in these the most; I can feel everything on the wall which I love. I would definitely recommend these shoes to anyone who wants to try them out.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Experienced
Typical Shoe Size:Womens 7
Used for::Gym Climbing
Yes , I recommend this product
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