Scarpa Rapid XT Walking Shoes

A comfortable leather shoe suitable for approach, trail and light hiking with a clean design. The hikers have exceptional grip, comfort and protection allowing your feet to thrive under the pressures of your trail adventures.

The Rapid XT is a protective comfortable pair of hiking shoes with a water-resistant suede upper for providing feet with ultimate protection and comfort on your long walks in changing weather. The suede construction is highly durable to ensure optimum support and protection across the constantly shifting conditions of the trails, whilst the water-resistant properties prevent light rain and moisture from getting your feet wet and uncomfortable. Working alongside this is strategically placed mesh, present in areas of the shoes that are usually high-heat to keep feet feeling cool and comfortable. The shoes have moisture-wicking properties to reduce the build-up of sweat and moisture, particularly during the more intense periods of your hike. Additionally, the durable nature of the materials will ensure that your feet are well-protected and shielded from knocks and bumps, working alongside the TPU rand which is abrasive resistant to help prevent injuries or discomfort. Working to ensure feet have the best possible fit and in-shoe sensation, the shoes utilise Scarpa's ActivFit System, providing an optimised in-shoe feel with space for toes to splay, and feet to relax without feeling cramped. An Exo upper construction also provides lateral protection, alongside the upper, to create an exoskeleton that enhances protection, support and contains the foot. The innovative shape, wide and ergonomic at the toe, is designed to follow the contours of the foot. Finally, this shoe utilises a traditional lacing system, alongside a soft tongue and collar, to provide feet with a locked-in, secure fit, helping to prevent in-shoe slipping from occurring during excessive movement.

The Rapid XT has a multi-density EVA midsole, to provide feet with optimum cushioning and increased comfort on future hiking adventures. This comfortable cushioning will provide feet with an outstanding level of underfoot cushioning and shock absorption to help lessen the impact when striking down on rocky or hard surfaces, therefore helping to prevent injuries and discomfort on your joints. Propelling you into your next step, a Dynamic Protection System (DPS) is present in the forefoot adding protection, propulsion and edging capabilities. Keeping you confident and ready to tackle the next hurdle, the shoes have an OrthoLite sockliner adding extra levels of in-shoe comfort and long-term cushioning, whilst creating a cooler drier, healthier environment in your shoes. A TPU insert is placed in the medial area of the midsole to enhance in-shoe stability, keeping you supported on tricky paths.

Ensuring excellent traction on various surfaces, on both wet and dry, the shoes feature a Vibram Megagrip Rubber Outsole with climbing zones to keep you stable and secure on changing trails during your next adventure. Great for the hikes where the weather changes frequently the Vibram Megagrip outsole offers an incomparable combination of grip and durability, meaning it's the ideal high-performing rubber compound, to accompany you on demanding hikes. The climbing zones are present at the toe to enhance traction at the front, allowing feet to grip well onto rocks, whilst the Brake System at the back further enhances your stability. The outsole features grippy lugs for digging deep onto muddy and wet grounds.