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La Sportiva TX Guide Approach Shoes - Men's
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Taking cues from speedy trail runners and techy rock shoes, the men's La Sportiva TX Guide approach shoes provide support, comfort and grip so you can move fast and light on vertical terrain.
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- Running-inspired fit and cuff construction is ideal for moving fast on vertical terrain
- Mythos climbing shoe style lacing with heel loop and to-the-toe lacing enables micro-adjustments and a super comfortable fit
- Ultra-weave jacquard uppers are breathable and durable; minimally sewn TPU reinforcements around the lacing harness increase durability and protect the shoes during foot jams
- 4mm OrthoLite® approach insoles enhance comfort
- PU-Tech lite heel counters and toe caps add protection in the front and rear of the shoe
- Highly stable EVA in the forefoot offers torsional rigidity on off-camber terrain
- Dual-compound soles feature Vibram® Megagrip at the climbing zones in the toes, a more durable, hard-wearing Idrogrip rubber in the heels and Impact Brake System lugs
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View the La Sportiva TX Product LineView all La Sportiva Men's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Rock Climbing Hiking |
|---|---|
| Gender | Men's |
| Upper | Ultra-weave jacquard textile/thermoplastic polyurethane reinforcements |
| Outsole | Vibram Megagrip rubber/Vibram Idrogrip rubber |
| Lining | Nonslip mesh |
| Can Be Resoled | Yes |
| Support | Thermoplastic polyurethane torsion shank |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 8.7 oz. |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Neutral Certified brand |
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| U.S. Men's | 2.5+ | 4 | 4.5+ | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 6.5+ | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 8.5+ | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 10.5+ | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 12.5+ | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14.5 | 15 | 15.5 | 16 |
| U.S. Women's | 3.5 | 5 | 5.5+ | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5+ | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9.5+ | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 11.5+ | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 13.5+ | 14 | 14.5 | 15 | 15.5 | 16 | 16.5 | |
| EU | 34 | 35.5 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 47.5 | 48 | 48.5 | 49 | 49.5 | 50 |
| Mondo | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
For boots: Add one half size to your street shoe size. You should be able to slip one finger behind your heel when you are standing up with the boot unlaced and your toes touching the front. If the boot is too short, your toes will get smashed walking downhill. Too long and your heel will slide up and down and give you blisters.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Approach shoes for long hikes
iantl5 years ago
Mostly here to say that these run narrow and taper a good deal in the toe. I sized up a half size to accommodate as my main use is 2nd-4th class backcountry summits. If I was using these primarily to approach/climb low 5th, my typical size would probably work better.
I also tried TX4s, Konseal AR and FL, and Boulder X shoes and found that the TX Guide has the best cushion, fit, and tread for hiking.
iantl
San Francisco
14 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Fell apart within a month
Andrew4 years ago
Other than the durability issue this is a good shoe, a little narrow, but I love so many things about the shoe. However, the tread has started shedding off of the shoe and I've only used them outside on relatively easy approaches (less than 15 minutes on gravelly trails) for two weeks (check the video). It's pretty unreal, I had Tx 3s that lasted me 2 years, these things might last a couple of months, if that. Not sure if I got a fluke bad pair or what, but with the price, I'm not going to risk it again. Also, just with this being marketted as a bombproof guide shoe, you'd think LS would go to greater lengths to ensure durability.
Andrew
Barcelona
29 people found this review helpful
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Andrew
Barcelona
Fell apart within a month
4 years ago
Other than the durability issue this is a good shoe, a little narrow, but I love so many things about the shoe. However, the tread has started shedding off of the shoe and I've only used them outside on relatively easy approaches (less than 15 minutes on gravelly trails) for two weeks (check the video). It's pretty unreal, I had Tx 3s that lasted me 2 years, these things might last a couple of months, if that. Not sure if I got a fluke bad pair or what, but with the price, I'm not going to risk it again. Also, just with this being marketted as a bombproof guide shoe, you'd think LS would go to greater lengths to ensure durability.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 8.5
No, I do not recommend this product
Rock Monkey
On a rock somewhere in San Diego.
Found my Replacement for the five ten guide
5 years ago
Great new guide shoe. I’ve been wearing the fiveten guide-tennie for a decade, everywhere and at all times. Sadly the last version had me start researching other brands to find what they lost. This shoe is great. I feel the sole is just as sticky, the footbed cushion is more comfortable without noticing the bulk, and the upper is objectively stronger than the fiveten leather or canvas. Side note: my feet are huge and crazy wide. I took a gamble ordering these because I’ve never been able to wear any la sportive shoes/boots. They are bit more snug than I’d like, but a few days into wearing them I think this is my new go to shoe.
Yes , I recommend this product
DanInRaleih
North Carolina
Correct Sizing is Critical!!!!
4 years ago
Needed an approach shoe for some scrabbles in the SLC Cottonwood area. Looking for something that won’t twist in the toe of bit comfortable all day. Picked up the TX guides in my street shoe size and after a half a mile approach gave me blisters so bad that I could not even put shoes on for a week. Out of desperation I sized up half a size (biggest available on this shoe) and they worked like a charm. Like that you can lace all the way to the toe and the sole is nice and rigid. Not overly hot on your feet and light enough to not be a burden. Glad I was forced to give them a second try. Will be holding onto them. But man are they expensive
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 12
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
Seattle, WA
Durability issue
2 years ago
The upper started separating from the midsole after 25 miles (see picture). Quite a disappointment because the shoe performed very well; specifically, the grip was really good while scrambling on rock and improved both my speed and confidence. Not everybody seems to have that issue, according to other reviews. Is it quality control, is it related to foot shape/volume? Hard to tell. But as always REI customer service understood the issue and handled the return perfectly.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 9.5
No, I do not recommend this product
jaker
Seattle
First Impressions
5 years ago
Just got my shoes in the mail. I typically wear a size 10 mens so I originally ordered a size 43. They were just too small. With my thinnest socks I could barely move my toes. I was debating about going up to a 43.5 or 44. It seems little weird they sell 43.5 (which would be the equivalent of a 10.25) so I ordered a 44 (10.5) since I felt I needed a little more space and am super happy with the fit. I figure I am going to be walking in these more than climbing so why sacrifice the comfort for walking. They are narrow, which is great for me (I typically synch up my shoes until the sides touch). The rubber feels super sticky and exactly where you want it with a big smear pad on the toe. Super psyched on these.
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
brian
Problem with the quality of this shoe
2 years ago
I really like the look and feel of this shoe. Unfortunately, the stitching around the ankle fell apart for no reason at all. I spent 3-4 weeks slowly breaking these shoes in by wearing them for light walking only a couple hours a day. Then I wore them on an easy hiking trip on mostly smooth trails with no rock climbing or bouldering. At the end both shoes showed damaged stitching for no apparent reason.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'4"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 13
No, I do not recommend this product
iantl
San Francisco
Approach shoes for long hikes
5 years ago
Mostly here to say that these run narrow and taper a good deal in the toe. I sized up a half size to accommodate as my main use is 2nd-4th class backcountry summits. If I was using these primarily to approach/climb low 5th, my typical size would probably work better. I also tried TX4s, Konseal AR and FL, and Boulder X shoes and found that the TX Guide has the best cushion, fit, and tread for hiking.
Yes , I recommend this product
martinb
Anchorage, AK
Already falling apart..
5 years ago
After a month of light use (morning runs and a couple hikes) the midsole is already peeling off. I've never had that problem before and have owned the Ultra Raptors and the TX3. They seem to fit about the same as the Ultra Raptor, which is a bit narrow. A little stiffer than the TX3. I was excited to try them out as they seemed to be a great compromise between my approach and trail running shoes. I will be returning these and go back to the TX3.
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 11.5
No, I do not recommend this product
Steve
Denver, CO
Best x-discipline shoe for trail runs/climb 5.EZ+
5 years ago
I have been wanting a cross discipline shoe like this to exist for so long now; I'm stoked it's finally here. As a previous owner of the TX3's, which were bloated and heavy for any kind of running, the TX Guide gets it right. I was more than comfortable scrambling 4th/low 5th class in the TX3, but wouldn't use them for anything more than straightforward single-day approaches requiring little running. With the TX Guide, I'm able to climb up to 5.8 (I led a 5.8 on gear today, actually and felt very, very secure). If you're a bold, strong soloist/alpinist striving for the light n' fast mantra, this shoe is for you.
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 9
Yes , I recommend this product
georgeb
Gainesville, Fl
Yes, It Runs Narrow
2 years ago
For reasons that are irrelevant to this review, I needed to grab a pair of approach shoes in a hurry at the nearest REI. I already had a pair of TX4s at home,but forgot to pack them. One glance and I knew these were narrower than my TX4s, so I asked the REI Floorperson for 1/2 size up; and they fit perfectly. I've always thought I have wide feet, but withe these shoes and La Sportiva Solutions being my favorite climbing shoe, perhaps my forefoot is narrower than I think it is. If you really DO have a wide forefoot, then maybe these will not work for you. As for other reviewers' comments about durability, I can't add or subtract; as I am not especially hard on my kit. I am going to replace the red laces with black ones = too flashy for my taste.
Age:65–74
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 12
Yes , I recommend this product
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