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Scarpa Crux Approach Shoes - Men's
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Engineered for comfort and support, Crux approach shoes climb, hike and scramble with a solid foundation, sticky outsoles and a customizable fit.
Shop newer version- Kevlar® forefoot webbing on the natural suede uppers retains its shape; to-the-toe lacing lets you customize the fit while you're on the move
- Lacing to the toes allows for a precise fit
- Rubber toe rands protect your feet on the trail
- Climbing zones under the toes helps keep your feet happy and relaxed
- EVA midsoles for comfort and support
- Vibram® Vertical Approach soles with sticky rubber for long-lasting grip
- Shoes can be resoled
Imported.
View all Scarpa Men's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Climbing Hiking |
|---|---|
| Gender | Men's |
| Upper | 1.8mm suede leather/recycled polyester air-mesh |
| Midsole | EVA |
| Outsole | Vibram Vertical Approach rubber |
| Lining | Recycled polyester |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Weight (Pair) | 12.6 ounces |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
Scarpa Footwear - Men's
| 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 |
Sizing Notes
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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Mollie Mac
Orange County, Ca
Durable and good rubber
9 years ago
I tried a number of approach shoes and these were the best combo of arch support (I have fasciitis) and affordability. I tried 2 other and these won the day. I also liked the Salwea a great deal, but their sizing was off a bit for me. I'm a 10 street shoe; the Salewa was too long in 10 and too short in 9.5. The Scarpa euro sizing allowed me to get a near perfect fit. Bomber on approaches and easy climbs. My only critique is that you may need to fiddle with the laces quite a bit to adjust-the stiffness is good, but may constrict a bit toward the front if you don't adjust them.
Yes , I recommend this product
Maximilian Martin
Boulder, CO
Killer Shoe.
8 years ago
Bought these at the end of August this year, and have put them through the wringer in every way i have been able to. When i originally got these shoes i wore them out of the box on the Maroon Bells traverse (about 10 miles with 5000' elevation gain and loss) and they performed amazingly. Great traction out of the box, comfort and surprisingly good ankle support. Killer edging and smearing for those sketchy mid fifth class moves where you really want to be able to trust your feet (esp. without a rope!) Next mission was a 24 mile (6000' gain/loss) 2 day mission: day one- 9 mile backpack in to Snowmass Lake day 2- Snowmass ascent and 9 mile backpack out for a climb of Snowmass Mountain. On the hike in i felt more of the break in that was needed for the shoes than when on the Bells, they really started to conform to my feet and mold the sole (probably because of the 60 lb. packs we had on). The next day i had unparalleled traction for all of the scrambling we needed to do. On the way down Snowmass and during the backpack out my feet started to get sore and i got some mild blisters on top of my toes from toe jam but that was just the completion of the break in for these shoes. Since these two missions i have put probably another 75 miles on the shoes with a load of 3rd/4th/5th class and have nothing but great things to say. Even took these up Maroon Peak again in October in a foot of snow, and with gaiters on i never even had my feet get wet through the shoe! Not waterproof but definitely very water resistant, and surprisingly warm.
Yes , I recommend this product
Tyeen
Tucson, AZ
I'll buy these until they stop making them
9 years ago
I use these on rugged rock, as they're intended. I completely wore out one pair after about two years of use. Most of my outdoor sessions with these shoes involve extensive desert off trail and free-soloing mini-mountaineering routes on 4th to low 5th class. They did 70 miles of off trail canyoneering/mountaineering in Canyonlands with a heavy pack as part of two packrafting circuits. I just gave my original pair their final voyage on a roped solo six-pitch first ascent of grade III 5.9. They are sticky with great edge control, and I appreciate the wider toe box and lack of a painfully overbuilt arch. If you want a burly, high performance mountain and rock shoe, get this one. Don't go for the flimsy crag approach shoes made for a couple miles of trail and slab from the car.
iwearshoessometimes
Can take a beating
7 years ago
I've worn these regularly for 2.5 years now. They don't look quite as pretty as when I first bought them, but they still do their job. I've stumbled through many sharp talus fields, worn them multiple days aid climbing, and just generally abused them. Still have great traction too. If these ever give up the ghost I'll buy another pair.
Yes , I recommend this product
Reff
Eugene, Oregon
Fit perfectly
8 years ago
My wife bought these for me while she was on a trip. I use them primarily for disc golf because I live in the Willamette Valley in Oregon and the ground is often wet and muddy. I wanted something versatile and that would keep my feet dry. My wife also bought some sponge-on leather waterproofing at the suggestion of the REI staff and the combination has been outstanding. The sizing sounds odd, but I have the 11 2/3 which is essentially a size in between a U.S. 11.5 and 12. They fit quite well and I would absolutely recommend them if you're on the fence!
Yes , I recommend this product
Ben_M
Cincinnati, OH, USA
Perfect for climbing and hiking
7 years ago
Used a pair of Scarpa Crux to climb the Grand Teton Lower Exum Ridge. Shoes are super sticky. I felt solid with my foot placement. Comfortable in the hiking approach with a 40 lb pack
Yes , I recommend this product
Squiddo
Mountain View, Ca
Solid shoes
9 years ago
So far, excellent, 4 days of hard charging at Red rocks from 4th to low five and 2 hour approaches carrying a double rack heavy pack. Next up, durability in 4 months. So far, thumbs up
smadriaga
Costa mesa
great buy
8 years ago
Have this one for a year now, and still doing great. I use it for light hike, and at work. It's surprisingly comfortable. Would buy it again.
Yes , I recommend this product
Jason Racey
Issaquah, WA
Poor Design
9 years ago
I've owned 2 pairs of these shoes and each time the sole has come unglued from the upper in both the front and the back. Also, the laces are too short so I had to replace them to get a decent knot. I won't buy another pair of these until these issues are addressed.
No, I do not recommend this product
Mike
Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Good shoe but not built for my hikes
8 years ago
Very comfortable, nice sticky sole, however I hike in Phoenix primarily on Camelback mountain and the Phoenix city parks. The ground in uneven and there are sharp rocks when I step on a rock the wrong way the sole does not support and it can be painful. I usually swap out hiking shoes every 6 months. I am going to consider another pair of Scarpa's or I may go back to Arcteryx who makes a tough durable shoe. Not as comfortable as Scarpa.
Yes , I recommend this product
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