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La Sportiva TX5 Evo Mid GTX: leather, stable mid
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La Sportiva's TX line started with approach shoes, and the TX5 Evo Mid GTX brings that thinking up to a mid-height hiking boot. The title calls it waterproof and stable with a non-slip sole, and the listing gives a leather upper and a Gore-Tex lining. It suits walkers who like a precise, rock-friendly fit but want more ankle cover for rough paths and scree.
- Cut
- Mid
- Upper
- Leather
- Membrane
- Gore-Tex
- Listed weight
- 1 kg
In its favour
- The title describes it as waterproof and stable with a non-slip sole.
- Leather upper and Gore-Tex lining are both listed.
- A mid shaft is stated, more support than the low TX5 shoe.
Good to know
- The listing does not name the outsole rubber despite the non-slip claim.
- The listed weight of 1 kg is not marked as per shoe or per pair.
Our take
Details from the product page
The shaft height is listed as mid, the upper as leather and the lining as Gore-Tex. The insole is EVA and the sole rubber. All seasons are named. The listed weight is 1 kg, which the listing does not mark as per boot or per pair.
The title promises a non-slip sole, but the outsole rubber is not named, so anyone choosing on grip should look up La Sportiva's technical sheet before buying.
What approach heritage means on a walk
Approach-style boots tend to fit closer around the foot than a classic walking boot, with lacing that lets you fine-tune the forefoot. That precision helps when you are stepping across boulders or picking a line down a rocky path. A mid collar adds protection without making the boot as stiff as a trekking model.
Leather uppers need a little breaking in, but they last well against rock and can be waxed to keep water off.
Within La Sportiva's range
The Trango TRK GTX is the more mountain-oriented leather boot, with an ankle cut and all-season use listed. The Ultra Raptor II Mid Leather Wide GTX is lighter at a listed 991 g and comes in a wide version. The TX5 Evo Mid suits walkers who want something between the two, with a focus on stability on rocky ground.
When another boot makes more sense
Walkers with broad feet should start with the Ultra Raptor II Wide, as Italian lasts are often narrow and this listing gives no width options. For winter routes, note that no crampon rating is stated for any of these boots, so check with La Sportiva first.
Those who mostly walk on gentle, well-made paths may find a lighter, softer boot more comfortable over a long day.
Verdict
The TX5 Evo Mid GTX suits walkers who want a stable, waterproof leather mid with a precise fit for rocky paths and easy scrambles. If you need width, the Ultra Raptor II Mid Leather Wide GTX is the better start, and the Trango TRK GTX is the stronger choice for bigger mountain days.
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Amazon listing title: LA SPORTIVA TX5 Evo Mid GTX Waterproof and Stable Men's Hiking Shoes with Non-Slip Sole and Goretex Membrane