Scarpa Chimera Climbing Shoes Black

The Scarpa Chimera climbing shoes represent the pinnacle of Scarpa’s current skills in the construction of climbing shoes and the most advanced materials. This perfected model features a handcrafted multi-panel upper, a rubberised forefoot, an aggressive downward profile and an asymmetrical shape with a full lace-up closure. Chimera achieves the perfect blend of power and sensitivity: the active PCB-Tension band allows the climber to grip with their feet like an extra pair of hands on steep ledges, while the TPS insert provides edge power and underfoot support when transitioning to more vertical terrain with smaller footholds. The combination of the SRT toe cap and strategically placed asymmetrical lacing system allows for excellent toe engagement capability while providing a high range of fit for a variety of climbers’ foot shapes and volumes. A perfect choice for sport climbs and boulders that present a variety of climbing angles.

Features:
– PCB-Tension active band provides lightweight power transfer directly to the big toe
– TPS provides powerful support under the toe cap
– Vibram XS Grip2 makes these shoes adhere like glue
– SRT toe cap structural wrap in M50 rubber provides support and friction
– Asymmetrical lacing opens up performance to a narrower foot

Specifications:
– Main material: leather and synthetic
– Upper part material: Hyperskin + Leather insole + Alcantara toe pocket
– Rubber sole: Vibram XS Grip2 (3.5 mm)
– Midsole: Flexan Dynamic 1.4mm + PCB Tension
– Foot shape: a classically shaped shoe toe in which the toe is longer on the inside of the toe box
– Volume: low, more suitable for users with a narrower footprint
– Profile: very droopy / FZC – highly downward, highly asymmetrical
– Closure: lace
– Weight approx.: 210 g (1/2 pair, size 40.5)

Technology:
– Vibram XS Grip 2 Rubber
Provides excellent friction with enough firmness for moderate edging.

– Pressure Absorbing Fit (PAF) System
PAF (Pressure Absorbing Fit) is an innovative heel system that helps distribute the force of heel stress and increase heel fit. Active Rand rubber is interrupted behind the heel to reduce pressure on the Achilles tendon and connects to the 2mm XS GRIP2 rubber, which acts as a bridge and allows for full heel fit while still providing dynamic forward pressure to concentrate force on the big toe. The holes on the side of the heel indicate the tension applied, which varies between 1 hole for light tension, 2 holes for medium tension and 3 holes for heavy tension.

– PCB-Tension System
The PCB-Tension system is Scarpa’s most minimalist tensioning system, designed with the movement and sensitivity of the prehensile foot in mind. Perfectly adapted to work with the SRT Power Connection Band system, it provides the foot with total freedom by reducing the layers around the foot and minimizing the distance between the foot and the rubber sole pad.

– SRT (Surrounding Rubber Tension)
SRT is the core technology of the Soft Line model. It is a layer of Scarpa’s ultra-soft M50 rubber that wraps around the forefoot and transfers power directly to the tips of the toes. It also provides maximum friction and sensitivity for finger engagement. Climbing with soft shoes improves the climbing style and strengthens the natural shape of the feet. Total freedom of foot placement stimulates faster and more dynamic movement on rock or plastic.

– TPS
The TPS is a 3D molded insert placed under the forefoot. This provides a custom, anatomical fit to the forefoot area of the shoe. The main benefits of the TPS are: better support for the toes when pushing hard, increased traction capacity and last but not least increased precision. At the moment of the release, the TPS extends so as not to restrict movement and, in doing so, helps to increase the surface area of the sole in contact with the rock.

– M50 Rubber
M50 is Scarpa’s softest rubber compound that offers the best levels of adaptability to the natural curves of the foot and toes. This morphological rubber compound offers a Shore A rating of 50, making it perfect for use in the brand’s SRT system, toe patches and strategic positioning around the upper of the shoe.