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Scarpa Ribelle Run XT
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The Scarpa Ribelle Run XT is designed for rugged, variable terrain, featuring a dynamic and responsive midsole combined with a durable, high-traction outsole. The shoe’s precision fit and lightweight construction support aggressive trail runners and backcountry travelers needing both stability and flexibility over challenging landscapes.
WEIGHT:
12.5 ounces (355 g)
I’ve owned several pair of shoes in the Scarpa “Ribelle” line and the Ribelle Run XT is my primary off-trail mountain shoe. I have about 800 miles of experience in them.
Durability – soles and uppers remain durable after 300+ miles of travel in mountain environments (rocky trails, talus, scrambling).
Traction – aggressive and positive on both mud and snow.
Technical performance – sticky rubber, full toe rand, and good stiffness make these the highest performing technical scrambling shoe I’ve ever used, and are about as good as you can get in a “trail running style of shoe”. Higher technical performance will require something akin to an “approach shoe” with a climbing-specific sole and more forefoot stiffness. I’ve used the Ribelle Run XT on numerous Class 3/4 scrambles and a few routes with short sections of low-class-5 terrain (e.g., < 5.4). If my routes have long sections of low-class-5 or sections with mid-class-5 terrain (e.g., 5.4 to 5.6) I usually opt for an approach shoe, something like a Sportiva TX4 Evo.
Strengths: durable, stiff, excellent rock scrambling & scree performance for a trail running shoe
Limitations: moderate drop, some bulk, heavier than “ultralight trail running shoes”, overkill for trail hiking
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Obtained independently: I paid for this product or received it as a personal gift from someone not affiliated with the brand.
Backpacking Light affiliation: I work for Backpacking Light in a paid or official capacity (owner/shareholder, employee, contractor, or paid contributor), but I am posting this review as an independent user and its content was not reviewed or directed by others at Backpacking Light.
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