Scarpa Ranger GTX

I bought a pair of scarpa boots from Cotswold camping they were rubbish, I found that the heels are very wide and my heel slopped around in them. It might have been that they were 'fitted' incorrectly and that I really needed a smaller size (the fitter didnt understand the differance between US, UK or European sizes' They give a good grip, but I did have blisters on my heels by the end of the day.

After going through several pairs of other boots over the years (which have served me well) I thought I'd try a pair of Scarpa Rangers after hearing so many users rave about them.

These are the comfiest, best fitting boots I've owned and I love them.

Comfortable straight from the box, no rubbing, no blisters or breaking in.

I found that whilst they're superb for general walking (which is what they're designed and marketed for) and they'll cope with almost anything underfoot, they're not ideal for prolonged use on excessively jagged/uneven rocky terrain.

The sole is fairly flexible and you will feel the uneven rocky surface underfoot.

To give you an example, I've climbed Tryfan in them with no problem but the uneven nature of Striding Edge made me wish I put on a pair of boots with a stiffer sole (SL's for instance) for more support.

That said, I have no hesitation in buying another pair.

David

I bought a pair in Aviemore and the next day they took me up Cairngorm (in the winter). Since then they have completed a few Munro's in all weather. My feet have always been comfortable and dry. In April I wore them on Aonach Eagach and I trusted my life in there support and grippy soles. Here's to you my Rangers, yes I wish you were as light as ZG's but I have total confidance in the way you are.