La Sportiva TX Hike GTX

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A fast, light hiking approach shoe, that also takes inspiration from technologies derived from Mountain Running

La Sportiva says: 

New generation low-cut shoe for fast hiking made with eco-friendly and vegan friendly components such as: laces and straps in 100% recycled material, Ortholite® Hybrid insole, Vibram® Eco Step Evo tread with components deriving from the processing cycle, upper in recycled fabric. It combines solutions of the La Sportiva Mountain DNA with technologies derived from Mountain Running® for a polyvalent and sustainable product. The very large volumes allow a very high wearing comfort. The new GORE-TEX Extended Comfort membrane is also made with end-of-life plastic materials and is Bluesign® certified. The compression midsole in partially recycled EVA adds stability and cushioning for a reliable and comfortable product to wear even for a multi-day hiking. TX Hike: we think, you hike.

Our Verdict

Inspired both by La Sportiva mountaineering boots and also their mountain running range, this incredibly light shoe does feel more like a trail runner when on, very light, and very breathable.. The foot box is slightly larger than most hiking boots, which gives the toes more room to naturally spread.  

The new Gore-tex Extended Comfort membrane lining, which wraps around the boot and gusseted tongue, provides complete waterproofing and is now made from recycled plastic.  The mid sole is strong and supportive, with a good degree of flex towards the toe end, giving you adaptability on the trail, while still being strong enough for the scrambles and climbing sections of your hike. 

The sole of the boot is Vibram Eco Step, which gives you fantastic traction on all terrains even when wet. Differentiated lugs provide good traction on ascents and a sure grip on the descents, the lugs also shed mud well.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Large volume of fit for maximum comfort
• New Bluesign® certified GORE-TEX Extended Comfort membrane obtained from the recycling of plastic materials at the end of life. It allows maximum waterproofing and breathability, reducing the environmental impact.
• Latest generation mesh with recycled yarn for maximum comfort and lightweight
• Vibram® Eco Step Evo tread with hiking-oriented lugs for maximum grip
• Compression midsole with stabilizing insole for maximum cushioning and stability

Specifications

• UK 8 (per shoe) weighs:
• Upper: High-Abrasion Resistant Mesh recycled
• Lining: Gore-Tex® Extended Comfort BlueSign® certified
• Footbed: Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Hiking 5 mm
• Midsole: EVA compression with co-moulded stabilizing insole
• Sole: Vibram® Eco Step Evo with IBS

Help and advice:

• Choosing Hiking Footwear
• About La Sportiva
• What is Gore-Tex Fabric?
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• What is Bluesign?