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Scarpa Quest Shoe Review

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The Men's Quest Boot by Scarpa is similar to the Expresso but built with all leather to withstand all the hardships you intend to subject it to.

Scarpa Product Warranty

SCARPA products are covered by a 1 year limited warranty from the original date of purchase. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. Damage that is due to normal use and wear, abuse or accidents is not covered by this warranty. Products that have been resoled or otherwise modified are excluded from this warranty. Fit is not covered by this warranty. Except as otherwise specified above. SCARPA MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY WARRANTY AS TO THE DESIGN CONDITION OR QUALITY OF MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP TO THE PURCHASER OF THE GOODS PURCHASED HEREBY OR ANY OTHER PERSON WHATSOEVER.

SCARPA North America, Inc. reserves the right to make all warranty determinations which may include but are not limited to repair, replacement or credit for the product. If it is determined that there is no warranty issue with the returned product, the product will be returned to the dealer with a note of explanation.

We ask that dealers are our first line of service in the warranty evaluation process, and prefer that all consumer warranty returns be handled through an authorized SCARPA dealer.

Features:

All-leather construction
Built on a modified rock-shoe last
Hiking/climbing hybrid
Sticky dot rubber

Mountain Gear

When the trail turns to rock, keep moving into the blue with the lower cut Quest from Black Diamond. Increased mobility, excellent venting and tough all-leather uppers take you higher. EVA midsole and sticky climbing rubber sole provide outstanding support and grip. Specifications based on size 42.

Features:

All-leather uppers stand up to massive abuse
Climbing dot rubber grips and won't put you on your back

Zappos.com

An approach shoe with the durability and performance to withstand multiple epics.
Durable suede upper.
Soft Vellutina fabric lining.
EVA midsole for cushioning and stability.
BF last.
Rubber climbing dot outsole for traction on varied terrain.
Weight: 736 g. (per pair - size 42).

SOLE CAME OFF

offset at Mountain Gear on 04/04/2009

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I've owned these for a few months but worn them rarely. a few rock climbing outings was fine then wore them on the bigwall. after 2 pitches of aid, the soles started pealing away at the toe. these things look like they'd be good wall shoes and/or rockclimbing approach shoes...but mine fell apart at the sole. ymmv?

Nick from at Zappos.com on 08/21/2008

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Right from the box this piece of footwear performed wonderfully. The sizing was spot on and the day I received them I went on a long walk with some very steep inclines (paved roads and trails). I have never owned an approach shoe before but I can guess it should perform like the Quest. The sole of the shoe provides amazing traction. I was able to safely descend steep hills full of loose stone and dirt without slipping one bit. At the end of the day my feet felt great, no blisters or hot spots. The style is great, there is no break in time, and they provide stability and comfort that I have yet to find in another shoe. Well worth the price.

from Upper Peninsula Michigan at Zappos.com on 07/23/2008

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Of course, Scarpa made this shoe with high quality stuff. Sole is really tacky! Shoe looks killer! Insole is permeated. The tongue is generously soft but no bulk. I was getting this or the Five Ten Guide and Iâ??m happy with my choice. Sizing is the same as Five Ten, I have their free ride bike and climbing shoes. Bonus, the heel has a rubber surface for heel hooks. The black along the sides is actually a non-tacky rubber, lots of support laterally especially if you tend to walk on the inside or outside of center. I work in physical therapy and I can say that this shoe promotes good posturing and good stability in challenging situations.

All-arounder.

Matt. at Mountain Gear on 10/10/2007

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So far these babies are perfect for anything from casual daily wear to short hikes to vertical ascents. I haven't run them yet on anything more than a double digit hike, yet...but speaking of 'running', I have actually run in them and they seem well suited for street or trail--if not a bit heavy.

The only thing so far that blind-sided me was the slickness if these things when wet. Continue with caution once you get them in water. I found this out at the bottom of a cave in the Ozarks...

In all honesty, I am thinking of grabbing a few more pairs of these so when Scarpa stops making them, I'll be set for a little while. I definitely recommend them for versatility and overall quality. Not only would I recommend these to a friend, but I'd even recommend them to a perfect stranger.