Competitively priced and offering entry-level comfort straight out of the box, the Origin climbing shoe delivers the performance and materials you’d expect from Scarpa’s top-end models. These qualities have been there from the start, and Scarpa has now refined the Origin further, enhancing its core features while introducing thoughtful new updates.

Built in Europe’s shoemaking heartland and shaped around a comfort-focused last, the Origin VS delivers a relaxed, neutral fit with minimal pressure on the heels and toes. This updated version features a slightly wider toe box to better suit modern fit preferences and is now available in EU half sizes for improved precision. The upper uses the same premium dual-ply microfibre found in the Instinct series, providing instant comfort with controlled stretch over time.

Underfoot, the Origin VS is fitted with an S72 rubber outsole, widely regarded as one of the stickiest compounds available, paired with an M50 toe patch taken directly from Scarpa’s high-performance line for outstanding grip. The refined toe patch is softer and more flexible, boosting comfort straight out of the box while maintaining high levels of performance. A single competition-style Velcro strap combined with a high-stretch gusset allows for quick entry and a secure, wrap-around fit.

Whether you’re padding delicately up a gritstone slab, bouncing between gym macros, or toe-hooking a burly volume, the Origin VS delivers reliable performance, move after move. Ideal for new, experienced climbers looking for value, performance and comfort. This shoe is perfect for all-day comfort while trad climbing, as well as for indoor and outdoor bouldering.

Sizing Suggestion

• Comfort Fit: Buy Street Shoe Size.
• Performance Fit: Drop 1 EU Size.

If you require some assistance with sizing this climbing shoe to your particular needs click here: Rock Climbing Shoe Sizing Guide

Specification

• Last: FFX
• Sole: 3.5mm Full-Length S72 rubber outsole provides unparalleled traction on fine textured surfaces.
  
• Upper: Dual ply microfibre upper (used in high performance models) offers great feel and controlled stretch.
• Midsole: Flexan 1.4mm 3/4-Length
• Weight: 200g (half a pair size EU38)
• Vegan Friendly

Related Collections

• More Scarpa climbing shoes are available in our Scarpa Climbing Shoes Collection
• See more climbing shoes in our Climbing Shoes Collection
• See more products in our Scarpa Collection