LA SPORTIVA TX4 - BLUE/PAPAYA

La Sportiva TX4 Approach Shoes

A very nice pair of shoe's indeed! looking for a wide yet light and nimble set of clogs for your next trip up the crag? Look no further! La Sportiva on-it once again.

Made from tough stuff like suede, laces, rubber, rands, plastic, vibram and stitching the TX4 feels like it should last a good battering. The sole is built to climb, walk and descend with out too much slipping about so they'll handle being an all-rounder or just a good looking pub shoe.

If rock and mountains get you excited like a 10 year old at christmas then it's a safe bet you'll like these.

A few words from the Italian shoe creators:-
"A leather shoe part of the Traverse X approach series, designed for technical approach routes, via ferrate and hiking: lightweight, comfortable and with a look derived from climbing it is the ideal choice for mountaineers and mountain enthusiasts.
Leather shoe designed for technical approach routes and via ferrata, part of the Traverse X approach series: ideal for prolonged use by mountain guides and all those who work in the mountains. Every detail has been studied to guarantee grip, comfort and protection during approach routes and to encourage technical use right up to the base of the wall.
TX4 is a sturdy "built to last" boot, thanks to the STB Control System that provides structure and torsion stability.
The hard wearing leather uppers have an essential design and are high abrasion resistance thanks to the PU TechLite all around rand: The Vibram MegaGrip sole with climbing zone at the toe and Impact Brake System at the rear are designed for climbing routes and return trails on technical terrain. The lacing system derives from the Mythos climbing shoe and regulates tension and internal volume in one easy move. Traverse X the ultimate expression of moving in the mountains in comfort, speed and safety."

Also

"-The most structured and long lasting boot in the Traverse X series thanks to the leather uppers
-STB Control System: the uppers wrap around the midsole at the middle of the boot enhancing stability on traverses providing a snug fit for enhanced comfort and precision.
-High abrasion resistance and reduced weights thanks to the PU TechLite rand and rubber toe for extra protection, Vibram MegaGrip sole with Impact Brake System at the rear, Trail Bite Heel enhances the downhill grip. Climbing zone at the toe for climbing routes and return trails. "

La Sportiva TX4 Approach Shoes Features and Specifications:

• Upper: Suede leather and protective 1,5 mm PU TechLite rand and rubber toe for extra protection.
• Lining: Mesh.
• Midsole: Shock absorbing, injected EVA.
• Footbed:Ortholite Approach 4 mm.
• Sole: Mega-Grip Vibram sole with Impact Brake System and climbing zone at the toe.
• Sizes: 36 - 47,5 (including half sizes).
• Patent: Mythos lacing system.
• Weight: 380 gr half pair, size 42.