La Sportiva Mens Boulder X Approach/Hiking Shoes
La Sportiva's men's Boulder X is a rugged, supportive approach and hiking shoe for rough terrain and long carries.
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What we liked
- + Stiff, supportive sole protects feet under heavy packs and crash pads
- + Rugged upper resists abrasion on talus fields and rocky approaches
- + Lace-to-toe closure tightens down for more precise scrambling
Trade-offs
- - Heavy and stiff compared to lighter modern approach shoes
- - Bulky to clip to a harness for carrying up multi-pitch routes
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