The Scarpa Rush Trk Gtx Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models of 2026

The Scarpa Rush TRK GTX is a supportive hiking boot designed for challenging multi-day hikes. It is ideal for adventurers tackling rocky, root-strewn, and muddy terrain, as the design minimizes the risk of ankle rolls and keeps feet dry in wet conditions.

Lab tests confirm that the boot maintains stability, ensuring reliable performance on demanding trails. With proper break-in time, the Scarpa Rush TRK GTX effectively meets the requirements of serious backpackers seeking durability and support.


Pros

  • Fantastic stability for backpacking
  • Extra secure ankle support
  • Reasonable weight given the shoe's design
  • Excellent underfoot protection
  • Great grip on soft and technical terrain
  • Warm and watertight upper
  • Spacious toebox (wide-foot friendly)
  • High-quality materials and craftsmanship

Cons

  • Not for narrow feet
  • Break-in needed

Key Features

  • EU Size: 44 - US Size: 10.5 Men/11.5 Women
  • Robust Support: Features a rugged suede leather upper with a higher cuff for enhanced ankle support during multi-day treks.
  • GORE-TEX Technology: Waterproof and breathable lining for year-round weather protection.
  • Trail-Running-Inspired Outsole: Designed to reduce shock impact while increasing energy transfer with each step.
  • Trek-Ready Features: Includes ActivFit System for a snug fit, ActivImpact Technology for shock attenuation, and a P-Flex Lite insole with TPU frame for stable support.
  • Exceptional Traction: Made with Supergum rubber for solid grip on various terrains.

Specifications

  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole Material: Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
  • Outer Material: Suede
  • Inner Material: GORE-TEX®, Polyester
  • Best Use: Hiking, Backpacking
  • Lining: GORE-TEX ePE Bluesign (PFC-free)
  • Insole: P-Flex Lite, DST TPU Frame
  • Midsole: 2D EVA-CM
  • Outsole: PRESA TRK-01, Supergum
  • Weight: 19.5oz (½ Pair Size 42)

Scarpa Rush Trk Gtx Review & Lab Test: Shop Men’S & Women’S Models – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

Scarpa Rush TRK GTX Asolo Fugitive GTX Scarpa Boreas GTX Salomon Quest 4 GTX
Price $249 $300 $229 $230
Trail terrain Moderate Moderate Moderate Technical
Weight lab Weight brand 20 oz / 567g 24.8 oz / 704g 20.6 oz / 583g 23.4 oz / 663g
Breathability Warm Warm Warm Warm
Use Backpacking Backpacking Backpacking Backpacking
Orthotic friendly
Drop lab 18.5 mm 20.0 mm 14.0 mm 18.0 mm
Size Slightly small True to size Slightly small True to size
Midsole softness Balanced Firm Balanced Balanced
Difference in midsole softness in cold Small Normal Small Normal
Heel counter stiffness Stiff Stiff Moderate Stiff
Stiffness Stiff Moderate Moderate Stiff
Outsole hardness Hard Average Hard Average
Waterproofing Waterproof Waterproof Waterproof Waterproof
Material Leather Suede Suede Textile
Season Winter Winter Winter Winter
Toebox durability Good Good Good Good
Heel padding durability Good Decent Decent Good
Outsole durability Decent Decent Good Decent
Width / fit Wide Medium Medium Wide
Toebox width Medium Narrow Narrow Medium
Lug depth 4.0 mm 3.6 mm 4.0 mm 4.7 mm
Heel stack lab 41.8 mm 42.1 mm 34.2 mm 38.0 mm
Forefoot 23.3 mm 22.1 mm 20.2 mm 20.0 mm
Widths available Normal Normal Normal Normal
Technology Gore-Tex Gore-Tex Gore-Tex Gore-Tex
Cut High cut Mid cut Mid cut High cut
Removable insole
Ranking Top 22% Top 35% Bottom 4% Bottom 39%
Popularity Bottom 17% Top 40% Bottom 1% Top 18%