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From dirt trails to rocky scrambles, the Scarpa Rapid XT Mid GTX men's approach shoes provide durable protection with mid-cut suede uppers that have a full-perimeter rand and GORE-TEX waterproofing.




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View all Scarpa Men's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Rock Climbing Hiking |
|---|---|
| Gender | Men's |
| Upper | 1.8 mm suede |
| Midsole | 2-density EVA |
| Outsole | Vibram Agility XT Megagrip |
| Lining | GORE TEX ePE |
| Support | TPU insert |
| Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 8 oz. |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX ePE membrane |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
| 6.5 | 7 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 38 EU | 38.5 EU | 39 EU | 39.5 EU | 40 EU | 40.5 EU | 41 EU | 41.5 EU | 42 EU | 42.5 EU | 43 EU | 43.5 EU | 44 EU | 44.5 EU | 45 EU | 45.5 EU | 46 EU | 46.5 EU | 47 EU | 48 EU | 49 EU | 50 EU | |
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| U.S. Men's | 6.5 | 7 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 5.5+ | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5+ | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9.5+ | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 11.5+ | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 14.5 | 15 |
| UK | 5.5 | 6 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| EU | 39 | 39.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 46 | 47 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mondo | 24.5 | 25 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 32 | 32.5 | 33 |
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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The first pair I purchased had a sewing defect, I could barely fit my right foot in the shoe. The left side material of the shoe was cut short. I purchased a second pair thinking this was a fluke. These had a different defect, the toe rand was made shorter than the other shoe and was pushing down on my first two toes. I would not have lasted quarter mile walking in these. I returned both to REI wasting my time and gas driving to the store. I am so disappointed of the quality control of this venerable Italian company.
Just arrived and they are way short for a 46 ie. toes touching the front. I've worn many shoes in a 46 or US 12/12.5 and have never worn a size 47 in any shoe, ever. I returned them and ordered a 47 because they look like solid light weight boots. Hopfully they work out, we'll see. I miss the days when La Sportiva and Scarpa were made in Italy but alas!
Really good approach shoe. The mid height is very convenient for keeping sand and dirt out on tough descents. Plus a little extra ankle support is nice. They do fit a little small. I always were 11 and will be returning mine for 11.5s. Size up 1/2 unless you want a super tight technical fit.