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La Sportiva TX4 Approach Shoes - Women's
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Built for long approaches on rugged terrain, La Sportiva TX4 women's approach shoes have leather uppers and Vibram® Megagrip outsoles for lasting toughness and grip in all conditions.
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- Vibram Megagrip Traverse outsoles with enhanced stability areas and Trail Bite™ heel braking platforms provide surefootedness
- Durable leather uppers provide comfort and abrasion resistance in rugged terrain
- STB Control System™ delivers torsional rigidity and support without encumbering underfoot cushioning
- Wide forefoot fit for all-day comfort and stability
- OrthoLite® insoles offer comfort and odor control
- Low-profile lacing harness
- Air-injected rubber rands
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View the La Sportiva TX Product LineView all La Sportiva Women's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Rock Climbing Hiking |
|---|---|
| Gender | Women's |
| Upper | Nubuck leather/1.5 mm polyurethane TechLite rand/Vibram rubber toe rand |
| Midsole | Traverse Injection MEMlex |
| Outsole | Vibram Megagrip Traverse with Impact Brake System |
| Lining | Nonslip mesh |
| Support | STB Control System |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4.8 oz. |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Neutral Certified brand |
La Sportiva Footwear - Women's
| 33 EU | 33.5 EU | 34 EU | 34.5 EU | 35 EU | 35.5 EU | 36 EU | 36.5 EU | 37 EU | 37.5 EU | 38 EU | 38.5 EU | 39 EU | 39.5 EU | 40 EU | 40.5 EU | 41 EU | 41.5 EU | 42 EU | 42.5 EU | 43 EU | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 5.5+ | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5+ | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9.5+ | 10 | 10.5 | 11 |
| EU | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 |
| Mondo | 24 | 24.5 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 |
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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Elise
US
HIgh Quality Shoe Great for WInter Wear
1 year ago
I love La Sportiva approach shoes! Just bought my second pair of these. I got my last pair of approach about 8+ years ago and the new ones are still high quality. They haven't skimped on quality of materials like other brands have over the years. My last pair went through trail hikes, winter weather, and were a life saver during the Texas winter storm. We had no power for a week and there was a gas station blocks away that got power before us. I wore my approach shoes through the thick icy sidewalks to that gas station several times without any falls. These are a good winter shoe and keep your feet warm compared to a normal pair of shoes like Vans. They are not as warm as a Sorel winter boot, but somewhere in between winter boots and regular shoes warmth wise. I wore my last pair until the soles have started to wear down and I still use the old pair for messy jobs outside in the mud. You can definitely get some long mileage out of these shoes compared to other brands.
Yes , I recommend this product
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s.pang
Las Vegas/Red Rock
Great shoes but orange cord breaks easily :(
9 months ago
I love the way these shoes fit for my very wide feet, it's my main go-to approach shoes. But the orange cord used for the shoe laces and the heel loops do not last at all, they break well before the shoes needs retiring. On shorter multipitches where I don't carry a pack, I like to clip my shoes to my harness but would never do that with these lest I lose my shoes due to cord breakage. My current TX4 had 5 weeks of use before the heel cord on my right foot broke... luckily it didn't happen on route.
Yes , I recommend this product
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michelle1209
Denver, CO
Orange cord is poor design
5 years ago
I bought these shoes a little under a year ago. They're durable and sturdy. Great for talus hopping and getting up the to crag. My beef with them is: -They're insanely warm and not very breathable (both a pro and a con). -The orange cord that attaches to the laces chaffed through my laces in a matter of months and I had to replace the laces. Not sure why they put cord-on-cord in this design. -The orange cord is also connected to the tab at the back and stretched out/blew out with use. I wanted so badly to love these, but the poor design for the lacing system and generally insanely hot feeling my feet had in these has me looking for a better approach shoe.
No, I do not recommend this product
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rseabird
Hawaii
Comfortable, but poor construction
1 year ago
I loved the look and found these super comfortable (I have slightly shorter and wider feet and the laces really allowed for a customized fit). But I just wore them to my work and walking on gravel roads for about 2 weeks and the suede split near the ball of the foot on the crease. I didn't feel like walking a few miles a day over the course or work and walking my dog should be enough wear to cause 1-2" rips in the shoe itself. REI's return policy rocks though! I returned for the Bushido II GTX and those are holding up great for daily work shoes (in an outdoor industry).
Age:45–54
Jclimbs
Oregon
They do the job but could be better
2 years ago
I purchased about 6 months ago and they are holding up fairly well. The lace loops wear and fray quickly but are holding steady. The wide toe box was appealing for long approaches but is a bit too wide where the shoe feels a little clunky. They are also heavy compared to maybe trail runners that do a similar job. They are big to pack in your backpack, clunky to attach to outside and take FOREVER to dry if they get damp/wet because of the leather. They are sturdy and have done the job well for getting up/down difficult approaches but probably won't buy again once these wear out. I'll go for a lighter pair that are not leather so it's more breathable and comfortable to wear.
No, I do not recommend this product
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Beelzebub
Idaho
love
1 year ago
I have been looking for a good hiking shoe for a while now. Must have tried at least 10 different brands. They all sucked compared to these. They fit my narrow heel/high arch/wide-toed amphibian feet perfectly. They are also true to size. I’m an 8.5 and that’s what I ordered. Presto, they fit. If they hold up during my upcoming backpacking trip, I will be in love with La Sportiva forever. Bet!
Age:45–54
Yes , I recommend this product
JMontgomery
Boulder, CO
Comfortable & sure-footed for miles
6 years ago
Oh man. I haven’t had approach shoes in about 10 years because I couldn’t find ones that felt as good on the up and down. My husband works at a mountain guide company and their guides are outfitted with these. La Sportiva footwear has always fit me well so I gave it a shot. I have not one complaint. The shoe fits my foot perfectly, plenty of room in the toe box so I never mash my toes on the downhill. The lacing system allows me to tighten where I need to. I have yet to slip even on waterlogged trails. If it were Gore-Tex it would be the only shoe I hike in.
Yes , I recommend this product
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KelseyB
Jackson, WY
Amazing Straight Out of The Box
5 years ago
My husband told me to purchase these approach shoes for hiking/climbing near our home in the Tetons. So glad I listened to him! I wore these for the first time straight out of the box on an almost 14 hour day climbing the Middle and the South Teton- WITH ZERO BLISTERS OR HOT SPOTS. That is amazing to me for a brand new shoe. They are so comfortable, have amazing grip on rocks, provided enough support for such a long day, and are still great once your back on the trail. I would highly recommend these shoes to anyone!
Yes , I recommend this product
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NicoleDB
Sacramento, CA
Good shoes but design flaws
4 years ago
I have had these shoes for about a year. I made the switch after exclusively using the Boulder shoe for more than a decade. I appreciate how it’s lighter than the Boulder, but still has a stiff sole, but as the other reviewers point out, the shoe runs warm and the orange cord easily breaks. These are two major design flaws that need to be fixed before I’ll purchase another pair. I’ll be going back to the Boulders in the meantime.
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BAG
SLC, UT
Favorite approach shoe
5 years ago
This is the most versatile approach shoe I've worn. I've done big, heavy hikes in them (60lb pack into The Winds) and climbed up to 5.10. They feel surprisingly lightweight for the support they offer. I prefer them over the TX3 and TX2 which don't offer enough support or protection in the uppers for my general use.
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