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La Sportiva says:
Durable, waterproof and comfortable, the TX5 EVO MID GTX boots are made for epic mountain adventures.
Whether you’re scrambling over scree slopes, climbing a via ferrata or heading from hut to hut, you’ll feel stable, safe and ready to tackle any trail in the TX5 EVO MID GTX hiking boots. With an upper featuring nubuck leather and waterproof yet breathable GORE-TEX ePE Extended Comfort, your feet stay dry even when crossing streams or navigating muddy ground. 3D Flex Evo™ technology prevents chafing and ensures full ankle mobility for a fluid stride, while an Ortholite® Hybrid™ Mountain Hiking 5MM footbed provides all-day comfort. The lacing system – inspired by the approach world – makes for a secure fit for technical routes. Plus, a Vibram® Megagrip™ outsole with Impact Brake System™ technology delivers unbeatable traction up- and downhill. The TX5 EVO MID GTX boots are built to last, with Resole Platform™ inserts so you can have them repaired without compromising on performance or comfort, significantly extending their lifespan.
Our Verdict
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- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Nubuck leather boosts durability and comfort
- GORE-TEX ePE Extended Comfort adds waterproofness and tear resistance
- Ortholite® Hybrid™ Mountain Hiking 5MM footbed boosts next-to-foot comfort
- CM EVA midsole adds cushioning
- Vibram® Megagrip™ outsole pairs with the Impact Brake System™ for outstanding traction on inclines
- 3D Flex Evo™ technology ensures exceptional range of motion at the ankle for increased agility
- Resole Platform™ inserts (with 7% recycled material) extend the lifespan of your boots
- Lacing system inspired by approach shoes for a supportive, dialled-in fit
- Fabric lining with recycled material
- Webbing with recycled material
- Laces with recycled material
- CM EVA with recycled material
- Insole in Ortholite Hybrid with recycled material
Specifications
- EU42/UK8 weighs: 511g
- Waterproof membrane: GORE-TEX Extended Comfort
- Stack Height (mm) - Heel: 31
- Stack Height (mm) - Forefoot: 23
- Drop (mm): 8
- Lug Height (mm): 4.5
- Wide Fit: No
Material & Construction
- Insole: Ortholite® Hybrid™ Mountain Hiking 5MM footbed boosts next-to-foot comfort
- Lacing System: Lacing system inspired by approach shoes for a supportive, dialled-in fit
- Lining: GORE-TEX ePE Extended Comfort adds waterproofness and tear resistance
- Midsole: CM EVA midsole adds cushioning
- Patent: Impact Brake System ™ 3D Flex System ™ Resole Platform ™
- Sole: Vibram® Megagrip™ outsole pairs with the Impact Brake System™ for outstanding traction on inclines
- Upper: Nubuck leather boosts durability and comfort while the 3D Flex Evo™ technology ensures exceptional range of motion at the ankle for increased agility
