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These award-winning alpine boots with Gore-Tex® inserts feature all synthetic construction and a unique ankle-hinge system for ample support.

Water-repellent Cordura® nylon uppers with Flex Tec 2 rubber-coated, Aramide-reinforced polyester panels are super durable and lightweight
Reinforced with water-repellent Lorica® synthetic leather for maximum durability and strength
Waterproof, seam-sealed Gore-Tex® inserts keep feet dry while allowing excess moisture vapor to escape to prevent overheating
Wicking Dri-lex® nylon linings absorb excess moisture and disperse it for fast drying and enhanced comfort
Fully-gusseted and padded tongues keep out debris and water while relieving lacing pressure
Full rubber randing protects feet and uppers from abrasion and bumps while enhancing edging ability on thin edges
Innovative 3D Flex ankle-hinge system offers ample support while front-pointing yet stays flexible enough for flat-footing
Trailflex nylon midsole supports with half-length steel shanks provide optimal torsional rigidity while remaining comfortable for long approaches
Dual-density micropore rubber provides fine-tuned performance with differing levels of cushioning and support for long-haul trips
Durable Vibram® Dru rubber outsoles deliver amazing traction on wet and dry surfaces; undercut heels for braking and edging platforms at toes
Outsoles are compatible with both strap-on and hybrid(New-matic) style crampons

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La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's

4.1

(based on 39 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (32)
Easy to put on & adjust (28)
Great grip (25)
Versatile (25)
Lightweight (7)

Cons

Poor grip (3)

Best Uses

Alpine routes (33)
Mixed routes (25)
Heavy snow (15)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  76%
  (29 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  73%
  (8 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (28), Casual/ recreational (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)

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Jan

2013

(0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Not a high-mileage boot

By Matt Vaudrey

from Inland Empire, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip
Sturdy

Cons

Pinches toes

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Mixed Routes
Mountaineering

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

As a mountaineering boot, it's great with snowshoes and crampons, has a sturdy platform, and the lifted heel makes inclines easy.

However, I had trouble with comfort on high-mileage trips. I bought this as a backpacking boot (which was silly) and had lots of trouble with my pinky toes and friction. Honestly, I did about 50 miles in Crocs rather than use this boot all day.

Also, the boot didn't withstand wear-and-tear very well.
At 100 miles, the sole began to separate.
At 200 miles, visible wear showed layers.
At 300 miles, the tip of the toe is pulling off.

I'll return these and get some backpacking boots.

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Jan

2013

5.0

These are great boots

By m8ttyb

from Mountain View, CA

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Grip
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Mixed Routes
Mountaineering

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

As is usual with the quality of La Sportiva products I'm quite happy with these boots. I tend to have low volume feet and the Nepal last (I also own the Nepal Top for ice climbing) has always treated me well - the Trangos use the same last.

They fit my need for a light weight mountaineering boot for summer and winter climbs in California. The boot has also has generous rand for additional friction/stickiness.

Used as a backpacking boot I wouldn't know - I tend to backpack in tennis shoes.

Service and delivery comments:

I've never been impressed with the speed at which REI ships products they are quite slow, however I do like my dividend.

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Aug

2012

3.0

La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineer

By MountainLover

from Denver, CO

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Poor Construction
Poor quality materials

Best Uses

Alpine Routes

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

What I liked about these boots is that they are light weight and water resistant. The heel box keeps the heel in place well but the middle of the boot is too wide for me and my feet slide around when crossing a slope. The main problem I had was that after a year the right boot developed a whole in front of the toe box, like I was hiking on my toes. Also the rand started to crack in places. I returned the boots one year after I purchased them.

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Jun

2012

1.0

Cold and Wet

By 626Spence

from Fontana, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust

Cons

Cold
Small Toe Box
Wet

Best Uses

Dry Summer Hiking

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

I took these boots to Mt Shasta after an REI employee recommended them to me. I had them for about 3 weeks before I left and I put on about 30 miles in them. They were like wearing tennis shoes. Completely comfortbale and easy on my feet. I never had any hot spots on my feet and I thought they were amazing boots. Until...

I went to Mt Shasta where it was 85º in the city and only 60º at 10000 feet. It was about 30º at night. But after the hike form 8000 foot camp to 10000 foot camp my toes were wet and frozen. I was wearing extra thick wool socks with foot liners and I bought them a size big to accommodate for the socks. The summit climb was miserable to say the least. My toes were tingling and in pain after only an hour of climbing. Im not sure why a great company would make a non insulated summer hiking boot designed for the snow! These are terrible alpine boots and should be avoided at all costs when you are in the snow. My flip flops might have done a better job keeping my toes warm. They are being returned today!

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Nov

2011

4.0

Good boot so far

By Firefighter 17 the Backpacker

from Fort Wainwright, Alaska

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Grip
Versatile
Warm when hiking

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow
Mixed Routes
Vertical Ice

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Wore this boot hiking in Angel Rocks Alaska to break them in. We hiked in 3 feet of snow. They fit a few sizes small, I am 8.5 in regular boots, in mountaineering boots I normally wear a 9.5. These I went with a 10. No hot spots, no uncomfortable rubbing areas, and my toes were warm. Had fairly good traction, footing felt solid.

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Oct

2011

5.0

Does Everything

By Aurorabucky

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Grip
Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Flexy

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Backpacking
Heavy Snow
Mixed Routes

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

One of few technical pieces that I have never regretted getting. Waterproof until old age, super hike-able with a pack and stiff enough for all but the most vertical of ice. Works well with crampons. Traction on all sorts of rock with climbing rubber on the toe allowing for excellent wedging and smearing in class 5. Lightweight compared to other boots. The thought of one pair of footware being so uncompromisingly good for so many different regimes at the same time boggles the mind. Will continue purchasing until product is discontinued.

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Aug

2011

4.0

Sportiva, what is up!

By DCoutdoors

from Washington D.C.

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Pretty lightweight and versitle - saw a review on another site that the Mountain Rescue EMTs out west, if I remember correctly at Mt. Hood, exclusively used these. I gotta say we both liked'em much.

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May

2011

4.0

Good intro boot.

By the outdoor enthusiast

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Great Grip

Cons

Bulky
No hiking

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow
Mixed Routes

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Mountaineering boots are expensive. And that is why I got these, probably for the same reason as most other people; they are cheaper than most. And therefore not as good. They do the basics of any boot, and are very good at doing what they need to do. Most important is flex, they don't flex too much in the soul, but just enough to not feel like you are walking on a wood soul. These are not at all meant for hiking, but it would be nice to have a boot with a little more flexible of a soul, seeing as how most climbs require a good approach. That is the only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5. Overall, they are a good boot and I would recommend for anyone getting into mountain climbing.

I would also recommend renting boots first from REI, or at least being by an expert before you step into a spendy pair of boots.

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Mar

2011

5.0

Perfect!

By fistsfullofdynamite

from Pasadena, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust

Cons

Best Uses

Alpine Routes

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Straight out of the box and right up the Mt Baldy bowl to the summit, flawless. Got a liiiiiittle cold but I was postholing some and in deep snow a lot of the day. Many comments and others said how much they loved theirs or their friends loved theirs. Great boot, highly recommended!!

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Jan

2011

3.0

Light and comfortable but weak

By barba negra

from Aguascalientes, Mexico

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Put On & Adjust
Versatile

Cons

Rubber is detaching

Best Uses

Alpine Routes
Heavy Snow

Comments about La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boots - Men's:

Light and comfortable, good insulation, easy fit with crampons. Not strong boots, protecting rubber is detaching from the body after 4 high mountain climbs (10 hours hike up to 5,000 meters or 16,000 ft) and 5 regular 4 hour hikes. I like them, but my 30 year old Dolomites look stronger except from the sole.