The Scarpa TRU had a firm, responsive ride and aggressive treads, and the 6-mm drop makes for an aggressive ride on the compression molded EVA midsole. Considering this is designed to be a racing shoe, it doesn’t have as much support as others. However, what it lacks in support, it makes up for by weighing in at a light 8.2-oz for a size 42.

Security of Fit
The fit is medium throughout, but our team reported a secure feeling in the heel, thanks to small heel cushions and an overlay that can be snugged up for a more secure fit. The upper is highly breathable and doesn’t stretch, giving a little additional structure to the upper.

Comfort & Protection
With a forefoot strike plate, full-ground contact and reinforced toe, these have the support you want for setting off in the mountains, yet are pared down enough to be comfortable cruising on city trails.

Speed
I found these to be speed neutral—they’ll match what you deliver.

Agility & Traction
Lugs are small, but multi-directional for confident striding and the narrow profile makes quick turnover easy, if that’s your style.

Energy Efficiency
Energy return in these felt a little flat to me. The midsole cushion felt good under foot, but I could feel it compress at toe off. 

Value
The TRU delivers mountain-running features (hello rock plate!) at a respectable $109 price. It’s an above average value.