INSTINCT S

Regular price $239.00 CAD
15 total reviews

The new INSTINCT S is the most flexible model in the Instinct family, designed specifically for steep sport climbing, bouldering and training. Our new CTS (Combined Tension System) technology offers...

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Features
Features
REINFORCED ELASTIC BAND (REB)

CTS TENSION SYSTEM

The CTS is a combination of elastic tension rubber that controls the length of the shoe and soft high friction rubber that surrounds the forefoot. The soft M50 rubber evenly distributes power around the toe area and reduces pressure on the little toes. The harder tension rubber supports the big toe area and inside edging zone and is directly connected to the heel. The result is outstanding strength and precision on small footholds.
REINFORCED ELASTIC BAND (REB)

REINFORCED ELASTIC BAND (REB)

Reinforced Elastic Band is a technology used exclusively on the Instinct SR. Elasticated rubber is applied to the stretch gauntlet over the forefoot providing a snug performance fit while also preventing the upper from overstretching.
REINFORCED ELASTIC BAND (REB)
Technical Specs
Technical Specs
Size Options : 34 - 45 (half sizes)
Weight Reference : 240g; 8.5oz (1/2 pair size 41)
Waterproof/Breathable : PFAS Compliant
UPPER : Microfiber with Alcantara
MIDSOLE : Flexan Dynamic
Outsole : Vibram® XS Grip2 (3.5 mm)
Last : FJ - Moderately Downturned, Moderately Asymmetric
PROFILE : Moderately Downturned
Symmetry : Moderately Asymmetric
Primary Material : Synthetic
SOLE RUBBER : Vibram® XS Grip2
Country of Origin : Italy
Product Code : 70039000
WARNING: Cancer & reproductive harm. For more information click here.
Awards
Awards
2024 Gear Junkie Best Climbing Slipper
Sizing
Sizing
SCARPA Euro US Sizing Chart




All SCARPA non-plastic footwear and our Alien 3.0 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 below cover the same size range as 24 US sizes
  • Euro sizes provide a better, more precise fit for your intended use
  • For mountaineering boots, upsize (1/2+ sizes) depending on desired fit.



Reviews
Reviews
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 15 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 10 Total 4 star reviews: 5 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
100%would recommend this product
15 reviews
  • SE
    Sam E.
    Reviewing
    INSTINCT S
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    December 30, 2024
    An amazing and unique slipper

    The Instinct family of shoes is one of the VERY BEST EVER in the history of climbing. They are capable of anything, depending on how you size them, and with multiple fit options -- there is absolutely an Instinct shoe for EVERYONE. However, these are not beginner shoes, and require a premium price due to the materials and very complex construction. If you aren't precise with your footwork, you will burn thru these shoes quickly... and most any high performance climbing shoes. (Check out the amazing Origin shoes for a more inexpensive and durable option). The lower volume Instinct models work the best for me, and I prefer Grip rubber more often as well, so I mostly use the "women's" models in the velcro and the lace, but I have climbed a lot in every single model in the family. The slipper has it's own fit, and it works really well for me. It's not a stiff shoe, but it is stiff for a slipper. It's great for route climbing or long training sessions. It offers a really precise fit despite being so easy to put on and get off. This boot has really redefined the limits of a slipper, and I use it a lot. It's comfortable and supportive, yet technical, sensitive and exacting. It's a special model in the Instinct family, and I use it many days out of the year.

  • F
    Frietz
    Reviewing
    INSTINCT S
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    December 16, 2024
    My Boulder Shoe

    I'll start by saying I love all the instinct shoes, they've been my go to shoe for years. Now, the slipper adaptation has been great. Still aggressive with a snug fit, this thing works wonders on steep boulders but can edge and handle face climbing. The only issue I have had is overtime, the heel can become loose. Mind you this is after climbing over a year in them, and is only really noticeable when very aggressively heel hooking. I found the solution is to rub a bit of chalk on my heel and boom, good as new again.

  • K
    KP
    Reviewing
    INSTINCT S
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    June 15, 2024
    Fantasic

    Initially I was wary of the $210 price tag considering these are just slippers. After climbing in them for a couple months though? These are the real deal. These are not just board climbing slippers for general indoor training. Assuming you fit them properly (which is important with slippers), these are IMO a fairly substantial upgrade from the other Instincts. Better toe took rubber than the VS and VSR, a more aggressive heel rand with more rubber coverage, and a slight love bump make this just a better shoe than the other Instincts. I'd love to see the VS/VSR fitted with the tech in these shoes in the future.

    They are not as soft as you might expect, but they are a bit softer than the VS, especially after break in. I don't have experience with the VSR, but I imagine the S is just a tad softer. They edge well, they heel hook amazingly, they smear well, and they're just as comfy as the other Instincts. Love these on sandstone especially. They do fit a bit tighter in the toe box compared to the other Instincts, though I'd still recommend sizing down a half-size from your regular Instinct size as the upper does stretch a bit.

    The one downside I've experienced is that these wear quite quickly due to the shape of the toe and the thin 3.5mm grip2 rubber. I've noticed they wear a lot right where the sole meets the rand at the very front of the shoe. Expect to resole within 6 months if your climbing is both indoor and outdoor 3-4 days a week.

  • ND
    Nate D.
    Reviewing
    INSTINCT S
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 9, 2024
    Best front half of a climbing shoe I've ever worn

    I love this shoe. With it being a slipper, there are some natural limitations to what the shoe can do. The heel is good, for a slipper, but If I'm doing a technical heel hook boulder near my limit, I'll put on a VSR. The front half of this shoe is perfection for me. It's the first time I've felt like a shoe truly had a glove like fit. I hope they take this toe box and make even more variations of this shoe with it. Great for board climbing and most of what I do outdoors.

  • M
    Mcsorley
    Reviewing
    INSTINCT S
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 9, 2024
    The instinct S is a surprising all arounder, from blocks to big desert lines

    I took these slippers on a tower mission in the Moab area and they slayed the cracks and crumbly face lines. I was surprised how well they worked on all kinds of terrain from thin crack to off widths to sandy face pitches. These aren't just a boulderer's slipper.