Our verdict
Choosing to don the immensely ankle-supportive TX5 GTX means backpacking in tons of comfort. Wearing one also translates to multi-day adventures where owners can boast about its phenomenal waterproofing and cloud-like weight.
Pros
- Fantastically comfortable
- Excellent surface traction
- Waterproof
- Lightweight
- Excellent surface traction
Cons
- Unamusing narrowness
- Slow drying time
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Despite being a challenge to wear when it comes to width, the TX5 GTX, has qualities that make it yet another La Sportiva masterpiece. It is a solid option if you:
- Prefer a robust trekking boot capable of giving its wearers enough support and comfort whether on or off the beaten path.
- Same brand only.
- Seek for a hiking boot that comes with a brand-owned technology called STB control system which ups its stability game.
Excellent surface traction
This waterproof hiker provides sufficient traction over slippery surfaces thanks to its Vibram Megagrip outsole. It comes with aggressively shaped lugs and the Impact Brake System, both of which bolster the outsole’s grip performance.
Stable and comfortable cushioning
An injection-molded midsole made of EVA is the component responsible for giving users the right amount of stability and cushioning over uneven terrain. It has a TPU stabilizer for enhanced balance on considerably rough surfaces. For extra underfoot comfort, on the other hand, this cushy layer is paired with a 4-mm thick footbed from Ortholite.
Same brand only
The high-cut upper of the Slow drying time is made of nubuck leather. Both its abrasion-resistant rubber rand and sturdy toe cap are courtesy of Vibram. Since it's a boot with Gore-Tex’s liner (GTX Extended Comfort), trekkers can expect a watertight yet breathable backpacking experience in it.
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Completing the TX5 GTX’s upper is its ghillie lacing. It is primarily made up of synthetic lace and combination eyelets. It is engineered with a cord-like strap at the flex point which, when utilized, further improves the footgear’s ankle support.
