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The Scarpa Mojito shoe has been around for a long time and can be found on the feet of climbers, hikers, and even news reporters. They come in a variety of models, from the iconic Mojito GTX to the Mojito Trail. They have been, and continue to be, a bestseller for over 10 years with very little change to the classic approach shoe style design. Then, last year, the Mojito Wrap came storming onto the scene, bringing the design bang up to date with a much more streamlined profile and a new sole that gave the shoe a more technical look.
The Wrap has been further developed with the introduction of the Wrap F, Wrap Pro GTX and the Scarpa Wrap LL. They each have a subtle difference, but the focus is more on a casual look than technical performance. We decided to feature the Wrap LL as we feel they are best suited for all round versatility as well as the odd foray to the crag and shorter hikes on maintained paths.
Firstly, let’s focus on the style. They look absolutely great with a hand-applied natural crepe rubber rand, and toe protection gives the shoe a similar look to a cupsole sneaker, and they feel much more sneaker like than an approach shoe. The crepe has some recycled content in the mix. There is still the full lacing, heel tab and stitching design as you can see on previous Mojito styles, so there is a nod to the original Mojito and its climbing roots.
The beautiful, coffee coloured, suede leather is supple, looks great and offers enhanced comfort over previous versions of the shoe. They have taken next to no breaking in and have felt super comfortable straight out the box. The 1.6mm suede has taken the knocks of approaching the crag for bouldering sessions, extended city tours, short hikes both locally and on a recent trip to Switzerland, where they tackled hikes with ease. I’m looking forward to how the suede will develop a lived in patina over time, so I think they will look better as they age – like a comfortable climbing shoe that you have used for years.
The LL in the Mojito Wrap LL means leather lined. They ooze quality with a fully lined heel cuff and tongue. Super supple leather really adds a premium feel to the shoe, and it’s backed up with plenty of padding around the ankle and Achilles for maximum comfort. The tongue is fully leather lined and the remainder of the upper is canvas lined which helps wick away sweat if your feet run hot like mine (which is why I prefer no GTX lining in my casual shoes).
An EVA midsole is a stalwart of the Mojito range and provides a stable ride on all types of terrain. I feel they offer a firm heel strike, and so I’m not planning to tackle any hikes with a long and technical downhill – but then these shoes are not really designed for that style of hiking. They are more than comfortable enough, however, for most of the hiking I have done in them, and they offer a stable platform. The Ortholite inner is removable and can be removed if you need to dry it out. Do note, however, that they are suede, so I wouldn’t recommend hiking over wet ground in them. The fit can be adjusted from the extended lacing that goes all the way to the toe and is a throwback to its climbing origins.
Those who have been using Scarpa shoes for the last few years will be familiar with the Presa outsole. This is the material Scarpa now use on all shoes and boots other than technical mountaineering and climbing boots (where they still use Vibram). It is tried and tested in plenty of environments and terrain as can be testified in previous reviews of hiking boots. I have always found it to be reliable, hardwearing and offering plenty of friction when needed. The sole on the Wrap LL is low profile, the same as on the standard Wrap range and gives the shoe a technical approach style that is very different from the original Mojito, which looks more like a hiking shoe. Low profile lugs and a full climbing zone at the toe means that you can hang out at the office whilst dreaming of those rock climbing adventures you’re going to do at the weekend. Although I won’t be climbing in mine as I think it would wreck them!
Finishing touches include a heel and tongue tab with Scarpa logos, a discreet and colour complimented embroidered Scarpa logo at front and a toe cap in the same crepe rubber as the rand. They are made in Romania – which has a rich tradition in manufacturing mountaineering boots (Scarpa are not the only Italian company that uses Romanian craftsmanship in bootmaking). I never thought I would ever find a replacement for my favourite Aspen mid tops but these have quickly become my go to shoe for all casual wear throughout the summer. At £185 a pair they are definitely at the premium end of the market, but you are getting first-class materials, craftsmanship and great style. The Scarpa Wrap LL would not look out of place in the casual range of many top Italian luxury shoe brands, and you would be paying double the price. They are a versatile shoe that will tackle plenty of hiking days as well as the rough and tumble of everyday wear, and still look great.
The Scarpa Wrap LL comes in sizes EUR 37 – 46, one colour, Neutral and is unisex.
The SRP is £185 and they can be bought directly from Scarpa UK.
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