Long time Salomon trail runner (Mission/XA/Genesis) who was looking for a serious peak bagging shoe. This is it (with one caveat).
I have many, many miles on these shoes and they are TANKS! They are not trail runners which can be used on technical terrain (La Sportiva Mutant as an example), but instead they are truly in the approach shoe category but can still handle the trail run to the base.
The full surround rubber rand is near climbing shoe sticky as are the soles (I said "near"). We're talking 'don't drag your feet while slab runnning or you'll end up on your nose' sticky.
The BOA lacing sold me on BOA forever (though I do prefer the double BOA of say the La Sportiva Jackal 2 to this single implementation). It is SO nice to be able to reach down and adjust the lacing *through* my Dirty Girl gaiters. A major upgrade from ... unclip the gaiter, adjust the lace, reapply the gaiter.
Here's my one gripe: (for some it will not matter, for me it's basically a shoe killer). I trail run / peak bag in the Eastern Sierra where the decomposed granite turns into miles of sandy powder. The mesh on the forefoot of this shoe is SO course that it just lets this Sierra sand pour into the shoe (gaiter be damned). Soon it's through my socks and in-between my toes and without care my toes are grinding on each other with predictable results. Yes, they are VERY breathable, but so what if you blister between your toes after 5 miles of sandy approach.
I'm sure these are GREAT in areas without so much fine sand. I'm sure they will work fine here in the spring where conditions are less dry. I hate that I can't use them all the time because other than that one issue, they are an amazing shoe for what I need them for. In dryer conditions, I revert to my Mutants (another amazing shoe).
SCARPA Ribelle Run Kalibra HT Shoe
The Ribelle® line of running shoes borrows tech from SCARPA's mountaineering boots, lightens it up, and streamlines it for serious mountain running. The Kalibra HT is the most recent addition to that line, whose only limitation is where you're willing to go and how far. This shoe is just at home on miles of single-track as a climb of the Grand and will hold up to daily abuse high in the mountains. The full perimeter rand provides 360° of foot-saving protection and extra durability on and off the trail, so leave those approach shoes at home and send. The Li2 BOA allows for two-way adjustability, so you can dial in your fit on the go while focusing on your objectives. The 4mm lugs on the grippy PRESA outsole are an ideal length for moving fast in technical terrain. A 24.5mm stack height offers an unparalleled ground feel, which makes this a clear choice for all-day mountain adventures. The SCARPA Ribelle Run Kalibra HT is a specialized shoe for conditions ranging from straightforward to straight crazy.
SkyRun Fit Tip - The Ribelle Run Kalibra HT runs long. We recommend sizing down by 1/2 Euro size.
- The PRESA® TRN-01 / SuperGum outsole provides unparalleled traction in all terrain.
- The two-way BOA dial allows for speedy fine-tuning of the fit.
- Dyneema-reinforced soft laces offer security and dependability.
- The EXO upper is made from recycled materials, provides support, and is highly breathable.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
342g [10.5] |
| Weight (pair) | 684g [10.5] |
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Lug |
4mm |
| Drop | 4mm |
| Stack Height | 26.5mm |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
| Outsole | PRESA® TR-01 / SuperGum |
| Fit | Medium Volume |
| Last | Medium |
| Cushion | Medium / Low |
| Protection | High |
| Lacing System | Li2 BOA Dial |
| SkyRun Says | |
| Usage | Gnarly terrain, short to middle distances |
| Notes | Li2 2-way BOA lacing system - For the win! |
| Bottom Line | Technical grippy mountain shoe |
| Compare to other Mountain Running Shoes | |
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4/8/2024
I wear a 44.5/10.5 topo MTN racer, a 46/12 in Dynafit feline up pro. I am usually 11-11.5 in salmons and depending on the show 44.5-45.5 in la sportiva. I usually have to upsize because of width. I have never ran in a scarpa. I prefer more room in front of my toes than less.
4/10/2024
Hey Anthony, so far it seems like folks have been staying true to size or going 1/2 Euro size down. Based on your sizing for La Sportiva/Salomon 44.5 would maybe give you some extra toe room and the 44 could be a bit more precise.
8/7/2024
Decade long Salomon user (11.5 US, 46 in XA series/Mission/Genesis). Average width foot and thus Salomon's are always a bit tighter on the forefoot than I would consider perfect ... but almost perfect.
Have this shoe in 45. Works fine. I was looking for a pretty snug fit for heavy scrambling/peak bagging/approach and that's what I got. I can still do 20 miles, but if I were going for the 25 or more, I would go with the 46.
Have this shoe in 45. Works fine. I was looking for a pretty snug fit for heavy scrambling/peak bagging/approach and that's what I got. I can still do 20 miles, but if I were going for the 25 or more, I would go with the 46.
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2/28/2024
Does the Kalibra HT fit the same as the regular Ribelle Run?
3/2/2024
Hi Timothy, it's close. The fit is slightly different, with the Riblle Run being a lower volume, more technical fit because of the internal "sock" construction. The Kalibra HT has a more relaxed/regular fit, with the BOA making things snug and secure. One thing to note: I went one-half Euro size down from my normal SCARPA size. If you have previously run in the Ribelle Run, you should be able to make a lateral move in size.
3/18/2024
Hey, Jeremy. So if I fit and run comfortably in a 44 with both the Scarpa Spin Infinity and Spin Planet - you're suggesting that I would go to a 43.5 for any of the Ribelle Run models?
3/19/2024
Hey Benjamin, I'm the guy from the question above. I've worn the Infinitys, Planets (on my second pair), and regular Ribelle Runs all in a size 42, and all have fit me very, very well. However, as Jeremy described in his answer to my question above, the Kalibra HT has more volume, and my feet (mostly heel) do move around a tiny bit in the 42 when pushing things on ascents and descents (you only want to tighten things so much). But I love the BOA, and no blisters so far, so I'm sticking with the 42. But when and if I go for a second pair, I'll try going down half a Euro size, just to see if that might work a little better.
3/21/2024
Hi Benjamin, and thanks, Timothy. It's been a bit since I've had a Ribelle run on my foot, so cannot confirm you'd size down for any Ribelle product, Benjamin. I wear the Planets in a 42.5, and they fit really well. I sized down for the Kalibra, and it provides me with more of a performance fit, but I still have an appropriate amount of room up front. I hope that helps.
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