INSTINCT VSR
Regular price
$219.00 USD
For climbers who trust friction and sensitivity on steep boulders and sport climbs, the Instinct VSR delivers a powerful mix of feel, control, and secure hooking. Softer than the VS, it's tuned for climbers who prefer responsiveness over structure, especially on slopers, smears, and modern comp-style movement. The microsuede upper shapes closely to the foot for a confident, low-stretch fit, while the Bi-Tension™ active support system keeps the forefoot engaged without compromising flexibility. The Vibram® XS Grip 2 outsole maximizes friction on rock and resin, and the sculpted toe patch and heel rubber enhance hooking performance on steep terrain.
Whether you're working tensiony problems indoors or powering through overhanging sequences outside, the Instinct VSR brings the sensitivity and security needed for advanced footwork.
- Microsuede upper molds to the foot for a close, supportive fit that maintains sensitivity.
- Bi-Tension™ system channels power to the toes while keeping the shoe flexible for smears and slopers.
- Vibram® XS Grip 2 outsole delivers elite friction for gym volumes and steep boulders.
- Toe and heel rubber improve hooking confidence and control on dynamic movement.
- Soft construction boosts sensitivity for precise foot placements on modern holds.
The Instinct VSR provides soft sensitivity, secure friction, and powerful control for steep and modern climbing.
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INSTINCT VSR
Regular price
$219.00 USD
Features
Features
BI-TENSION SYSTEM
Bi-Tension system is a tensioned rubber wrap reaching down two sides of the shoe. It gives priority to sensitivity and subtle support. Specially adapted to our slightly asymmetrical models, Bi-Tension runs under the front of the toes and draws down along the sides of the foot, leaving the center pad for sensitivity.
RUBBER TOE PATCH
Rubber toe patch provides toe hooking power
Technical Specs
Technical Specs
Size Options :
35 - 47 (half sizes)
Weight Reference :
230g; 8.1oz (1/2 pair size 40)
PFAS :
PFAS Compliant
UPPER :
Microsuede + Leather
MIDSOLE :
Flexan 1.0
Outsole :
Vibram® XS Grip2 (3.5 mm)
Last :
FV
PROFILE :
Moderately Downturned
Symmetry :
Moderately Asymmetric
Primary Material :
Synthetic
SOLE RUBBER :
Vibram® XS Grip2
Country of Origin :
Italy
Product Code :
70015000
WARNING:
Cancer & reproductive harm. For more information click
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WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde,which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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Awards
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
Total 5 star reviews: 35 Total 4 star reviews: 8 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
100%would recommend these products
Reviews Summary
Generated by AI from 40 most recent customer reviews
Last updated March 24, 2026
Customers say these climbing shoes are versatile all-around performers that work well for bouldering, sport climbing, and gym use. They appreciate the soft, grippy rubber that provides excellent sensitivity and stickiness on various terrain types. Many find them comfortable for aggressive shoes, with a wide toe box that accommodates different foot shapes. The secure heel cup works well for heel hooks, though some with narrow heels experience dead space. Users frequently mention the shoes stretch significantly during break-in, requiring careful sizing. Common feedback includes their effectiveness on overhangs, slabs, and technical routes, with many considering them their go-to shoe for hard climbing.
43 reviews
- JJoshReviewingINSTINCT VSRI recommend this productBought For Trad, Gym, Sport Climbing, BoulderingRated 5 out of 5 starsApril 11, 2025Best shoe ever made
This is the best shoe ever made. You can climb anything in this shoe. There are no flaws at all in this shoe. It is perfect.
- FFauseyReviewingINSTINCT VSRI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 starsAugust 30, 2024My go to shoe for all around hard climbing.
I use this shoe on almost every boulder, its versatile, while also being powerful and precise.
- NNathanielReviewingINSTINCT VSRI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 starsAugust 22, 2024My ride or die
The blue VSR... my day one, my ride or die, the ultimate all arounder. For wide-footed folks like me, it doesn't get much better. What do you need to do? A techy heel? A stretched out toehook? A stand up on a foot so small you don't know if it's an edge or a smear? VSR has you covered.
- MmccollseanReviewingINSTINCT VSRI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 starsAugust 20, 2024Best Shoe with stiffness
When you need a stiff shoe, these are hands down the best. They are also versatile enough to do everything else in the climbing world. For transparancy, I wear these or Drago while competing. For sizing, I go down 2 EURO sizes, and don't size down quite as much with a slipper. These will also last longer than a slipper like the Drago which is nice.
- SShawnReviewingINSTINCT VSRI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 starsJuly 12, 2022Perfect for everything
Perfect shoe, really. Stiff enough for solid edging but soft enough for smearing and compy style problems and routes. Rubber is super sticky and the fit is perfect for me (I have very narrow feet). There’s a little deadspace on the sides of the heel but none below my heel. The pull tab on the tongue is very well designed and makes putting them on easy. I’m about a 42.5-43 street shoe, a size 10 in shamans (pretty aggressive) 42.5 in tc pros (all day performance) and a 9 in unparallel flagships(very performance and I couldn’t downsize anymore) and the 41.5 in these is absolutely perfect for a non painful but high performance fit.
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