How to Choose Hiking Boots

With 360° breathability and excellent traction and stability, the low-cut La Sportiva Spire GTX men's hiking shoes will get you up to base camp and back to the trailhead with dry, comfortable feet.
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View all La Sportiva Men's Hiking ShoesBest Use | Hiking |
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Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | ePE GORE-TEX SURROUND waterproof/breathable membrane |
Upper | Abrasion-resistant mesh |
Lining | Synthetic |
Midsole | Compression-molded EVA |
Support | TPU inserts |
Outsole | Vibram XS Trek |
Vegan | Yes |
Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 2.5 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials 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 |
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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I had the previous version of the Spire GTX and wore it out before it ever fell apart. They were great. The new version is very similar but a bit different. I purchased the new version because I couldn't find the old version. Five weeks later and about 50 easy miles after purchase, I started hearing noise from the midsole on every step; regardless of terrain. Nothing is loose outside, so it's already got some internal delamination problems. Very disappointed in the quality on this newer style.
I'm now retired, and I walk 6-8 miles a day, mostly walking our five dogs. These are the only shoes on the market that work for me now. I've tried others when these have not been available, but they're just not up to it (including other LaSportiva shoes). I'm glad to see these are back at REI; I've had to buy them elsewhere for the last 2-3 years. They offer great support, are 100% waterproof, and are the most comfortable shoes I've worn in the last decade. I usually pull out the insoles they come with, and put in some Dr Scholl ones for additional comfort. They are also versatile; I wear them for literally every activity I do now... hiking, biking, kayaking, and general everyday wear, meaning that they are now the only shoes I wear. I must say I did prefer the old color, but in every other respect, they're the same great shoes they've always been. At my current rate of usage (mentioned above), each pair lasts 4-6 months; but remember, that's 6-8 miles EVERY day. I can't recommend these shoes highly enough. Thanks for bringing them back, REI!
I have long experience with Sportiva sizing - these run a full size larger. Kudos to REI for processing my several returns, a big size change like this makes online shopping a frustration. Still a big fan of the light weight, rock and weather protection these shoes offer. My other Sportivas in the same category have been impressively durable with those things in mind.