The women’s SL Active by Scarpa is the latest generation of this classic, tough trekking boot, which can also be used with C1 walking crampons. One of the most popular boots we sell to winter walkers and walkers and backpackers who want a durable boot.
Specifically built around the women’s TML last shape, the Scarpa SL has an improved heel fit and a softer nubuck leather cuff with a cut out at the achilles for comfortable long descents in the mountains. The new speed lacing system gives a sure hold across the instep, and the leather lining inside the boot is instantly luxurious and comfortable.
The Scarpa Womens SL Active is built using a 2.8mm Sherpa leather (the toughest and most water-resistant of any full grain leather Scarpa uses) impregnated with HS12 and build as a one-piece construction for durable weather protection. The Scarpa SL also uses the Vibram Biometric trek sole for traction and support when carrying a large pack. The leather and 37.5 lining (and lack of membrane) make this a brilliant boot for warm weather trekking as well.
Features:- Crampon Rating: B1
- Sole: Vibram Biometric Trek
- Last: TML
- Upper: Sherpa HS12 Leather
- Lining: Leather & Cocona
- Weight: 1350g Size 38
- Insole: Performance Flex Plus
Suitability:- Fell Walk: 4 out of 5
- Hill Walk: 5 out of 5
- Mountain Walk: 5 out of 5
- Paths and Trails: 2 out of 5
- Winter Mountaineering: 1 out of 5
- Winter Mountain Walk: 5 out of 5
Buyers Guide - How to choose a pair of walking bootsWalking boots are THE most important item in your kit! Ill-fitting and non-supportive footwear can make for a miserable time out in the hills causing at best; blisters. There are 26 bones in the human foot, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles and tendons – and they need protecting! We recommend coming in to see us for a proper fitting by one of our expert staff – we’ve learnt a lot of lessons with footwear over the years, so you don’t have to!
We stock walking boots from size UK 3/EU 36 to UK 14.5/ EU 50 including half sizes in both UK and European sizes so you can get the very best fit for your feet. (In addition, our Ambleside shop also stocks children’s Scarpa Boots from size UK 9.5 jnr /EU 27)
- What am I going to use my boots for?- Fabric or leather?- Will my boots be waterproof?- What size do I need?- How should my boots fit?- Men's or women's?- What if I have trouble finding boots that fit properly?- Why should I think about lacing?
- Which boot will give me lots of ankle support?
- Do I need to break my boots in?
- Do I get what I pay for?
- How can I make my boots last longer?

Top tips to make the right choice:Try your boots on indoors, keeping them on a long time to ensure they are comfy before using them outside.
Don't make the mistake of buying brand new boots the day before a multi-day walking trip! You may find your enjoyment spoiled by uncomfortable fit or blisters.
We are all used to buying shoes on how they look. Be prepared to open your mind a little when it comes to walking boots and concentrate on fit, fit, fit.
Ask us as many questions as you can think of! Boots are probably THE most important purchase you are going to make.
Remember: happy feet make for happy adventures.