Ultra-sensitive precision and aggressive fit in the Drago LV Climbing Shoe
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Drago LV is my favorite shoe for comp-style boulders and steep indoor terrain. It hugs my foot, gives amazing sensitivity, and the rubber coverage is perfect for toe hooks and smears. It’s soft and super grippy—best for technical footwork, not edging power."
For steep projects and dynamic moves, the Scarpa Drago LV Climbing Shoe offers the sensitivity and precision that technical climbers crave. Built with a low-volume fit for narrower feet, it delivers the same aggressive downturn and ultra-soft construction that made the original Drago a favorite for high-performance bouldering and sport.
Wrapped in Vibram® XS Grip 2 rubber and featuring a tensioned PCB rand, the Drago LV allows for powerful toe engagement and creative footwork on volumes, slopers, and micro features. The synthetic upper keeps the fit consistent, while the slipper-style design with a single strap locks things in when it matters most.
Details
- High-performance climbing shoe for steep bouldering and sport routes
- Low-volume fit tailored for narrow feet and a secure feel
- Soft construction maximizes sensitivity and foot-to-rock connection
- Aggressive downturn supports powerful toe engagement on overhangs
- Vibram® XS Grip 2 rubber delivers excellent friction and control
- PCB tension system enhances responsiveness without stiffness
- Rubber toe patch adds grip for toe hooks and scums
- Single hook-and-loop strap for fast adjustments and a locked-in fit
- Item #SCRZ26Q
- Upper Material
- microsuede, leather
- Closure
- hook-and-loop strap
- Midsole
- Flexan (1mm)
- Rubber
- Vibram XS Grip 2
- Claimed Weight
- [single] 7.1oz (40EU)
- Profile
- aggressive downturn
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
- Last
- FZ
- Asymmetrical Curvature
- high
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 4 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMay 21, 2024
So comfortable!
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- 37
I usually wear the La Sportiva Solution Comp (red ones) which I live but they feel tight. I switch to those and the difference in comfort is simply amazing. The scarpas feel like a sock, so comfy and soft! You can feel everything. I recommend!
November 9, 2022
Possibly my new favorite shoe?
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 42.5
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 150
First off, I wear a 42.5 in most Sportivas, and I found the same size in the Drago LV to be a little smaller/tighter than similar sized shoes right out of the box. However, this is a very soft, split sole shoe with very soft XS Grip 2 rubber - so I assure you, they WILL stretch. Initial sizing is on the small side, but wear them for a few sessions and they'll quickly stretch a half size or more. If you're afraid of the initial fit, I'd recommend sizing up one half of a European size. Like the regular Drago, they have rubber in all of the right places, but a little less material on the upper, a narrower heel, and a slightly narrower toe box. So if you found yourself swimming in the regular Dragos like I did, give these a shot. Toe and heel hooks just feel so much more locked in when you have a snug fitting shoe that's this sticky. Aesthetically speaking, they're an attractive shoe since they're not colored with some retina-frying fluorescent colors that clash with every other piece of gear. I don't care much about the look of the shoe myself, but if you're the type that does, it may be worth mentioning that I get many compliments on these shoes. I especially appreciated the construction of the upper. Unlike every pair of Evolvs I've tried (and several other manufacturers shoes), there was no annoying seam above my big toe, digging into my knuckle and stripping me of my will to climb. I would definitely recommend these for steep and/or overhung routes/boulders. I would not recommend them for slabby climbs where you need to stand or pivot on many tiny edges - remember, these are very soft shoes.
August 5, 2022
Love these shoes
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 39.5
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 125
This is the fifth climbing shoe I've tried and by far my favorite. They do run small. I wear a 7.5M women's shoe and bought these in 39.5 and they still felt super tight and took a while for me to break them in to my comfort level. Great aggressive shoe though - better than my Booster S and Futuras. Considering buying a backup pair as mine are now out for resole.
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