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TX Guide Leather Approach Shoe - Women's
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
Shop the La Sportiva TX Guide Leather Approach Shoe for durable, lightweight performance. Torsion control, sticky rubber, and high-cushion EVA make long approaches feel shorter.
Deep Dive
When it comes to adventurous activities like scrambling over sandstone and bushwhacking through prickers, nothing beats the durability and lightweight performance of our La Sportiva TX Guide Leather Approach Shoe. With features like torsion control and sticky rubber, this shoe provides a stable ride on any terrain. But that's not all - the high-cushion EVA and impact-absorbing soles ensure that even the longest approach feels comfortable and manageable.
Here are some key details about our approach shoe:
Specs
Upper Material: Nubuck leather, rough-out leather, polyurethane-tech-lite heel and toe caps
Lining: Non-slip mesh
Closure: Lace
Last Guide: Footbed Ortholite approach insole (4mm)
Midsole: Dual-density compressed EVA (35A heel / 40A forefoot), thermoplastic polyurethane torsion shank
Sole: Dual compound Vibram MegaGrip and IdroGrip rubber, Impact Brake System, 4.5mm lugs
Claimed Weight: 13.6oz
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year
Activity: Approach, hiking, climbing
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