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When the walk in is rough, the Boulder X makes it smooth.

Expertly traverse the field of troll-sized boulders with your expedition pack when you wear the La Sportiva Women’s Boulder X Approach Shoe. Get a grip on any rock in any condition with the specially designed rubber tread outsole and Impact Brake System, even with forty pounds on your back. With that much weight, your feet will get a kick out of the extra cushioning in the footbed and midsole, so you can make it to base camp before all the light fades. The Boulder X’s tough leather upper and toe rand withstand a whole mountain range of abuse for the roughest approaches on the planet.

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5 5

Izabela

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Walking with this shoes! I can walk, climb, go to work or trainning!! I've already bought my second pair! =]

5 5

agjp515503

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I wear these shoes all the time, not just on approaches. They are sturdy, very cushioned, and true to size. The rubber is very sticky, and you can comfortably climb lower grade climbs in these with ease.

5 5

Kim Havell

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  • Gender: Female
  • Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

After getting hosed by a few other approach shoes, this shoe made my year. I have used it for descents off some big climbs like El Cap, Half Dome, Bear Creek Spire, etc. in the Sierras and in the Tetons. It fits true to size. Incredibly comfortable with great support & cushioning, and superb traction on rock. Reliable and excellent shoe.

Positioned for Descent

Kim Havell

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The BoulderX on the harness in preparation for descent off the notorious East Ledges of El Cap after a climb up the East Buttress.

5 5

saberclaw1076489

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  • Familiarity: I gave it as a gift, but have feedback to share

I bought these for my girlfriend, who has a narrow foot, and she loves them. She has taken them out hiking and backpacking and has had good experiences with both. She has a narrow low volume foot so the extra adjustment and the lacing to the toe helps her to get the perfect fit. The sole is rigid enough to support a mid-weight pack and they stick to the rocks when scrambling.

5 5

catp281031

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These shoes are amazing, not one blister or hot spot right out of the box. I am going to order a second pair. My feet are extremely narrow and this shoe accommodates that perfectly!

Izabela

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My feet are large and it's ok also! =]

4 5

JPH

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The best attribute of these shoes is that they are incredibly sticky. They are plenty comfy for long approaches and could probably work for low grade climbs in a pinch. I do find it a little tough to lace them just right, but when I do, they fit perfectly.

does anyone know how these would fit men's...

fy1climbsome

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does anyone know how these would fit men's feet? would they be too narrow generally?

Jeff Guest

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I'm a man and where a women's size 6 shoe. My feet are also very narrow. With my narrow feet these feel good width wise, but if you have wider feet it might work to loosen the laces a little. Sorry I can't really help more than that. I do think the bottom of the shoe is a little hard though. I tried putting in my own broken in insoles, but that just made the shoe too tight, I guess I'll just have to break in the shoes the old fashion way... wearing them around with the original insole.

5 5

Lori Ann

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First and foremost, I have to emphasize just how difficult it is for me to find adequate footwear of any kind due to the extreme narrowness of my feet and heels. After trying nearly every other brand on the market, I looked for some online advice about outdoor shoes for women with very narrow feet and La Sportiva came up more than once. I am planning to hike Half Dome in Yosemite this August and want an approach shoe for the ascent and descent of Sub Dome and Half Dome. I've tested these on the highest, craggiest, boulder-strewn peaks of the southern Appalachians and I think they fit the bill - not to mention my ridiculously narrow feet. They are grippy, relatively light, and comfortable. I am currently trying to find a hiking boot in this brand as the fit has given me a glimmer of hope. Finally.

5 5

Marla Bailey

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Runs true to size for the most part..I wear 5.5-6.0 and in these 5.5 is right on. Super sticky soles, lightweight, low profile, nice smaller lightweight yet super sturdy shoe. Perfect approach shoe as they can be hiked in and bouldered in....used for scrambles as well as class IV..I love them.

4 5

Jeff Guest

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I tried these on and they are comfortable but weird. I don't like how the heal has the really wide sole. I guess it is there so you don't roll your ankle and I probably could get used to it, but I think I'll try something else. The footbed does have a soft foam under the insole which is pretty cool! :)

5 5

ghitch

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I use this for day hikes all the time. It was a bit tight at first but loosened up after I used them the first time. My feet don't get too hot and I think they look cute too. Not too bulky, which is nice but give killer support. I'd buy them again.

5 5

Hannah

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The Short:
I am tempted to buy a second pair right now so that I have some when my current pair wears out- I don't want to risk NOT having these in my life.

The Long:
I was wary about buying ANOTHER pair of day hiker/approach shoes. However after loving my La Sportiva climbing shoes and reading the reviews of these shoes, I decided to go for it. Boy, I have not regretted my decision once. These shoes are STURDY, keep my over-pronating feet in check; they are LIGHTWEIGHT, heading up and down a 9-mile hike with mixed terrain of snow, mud, and dry dirt was no problem. Bouldering at the top was a dream- the toe and sole have the stickiest rubber that allowed me to play without overthinking my feet.

Side note: on a recent hike there were people struggling up and down slick terrain, while I had footing that I could write home about. Sticky, nimble business. Loved it.

Bottom Line: If you need some good approach shoes that can handle a lighter hike but also a day-long push with bouldering, don't hesitate to get these in your life!

5 5

eri4898122

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Hands down the best overall shoe ive owned! I've got chronic plantar fasciitis and been pain free in this shoe (with some orthotics in them).

4 5

tjg4800227

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These shoes are as great as they look; however, they might run a bit small. I had to order a half size larger than my regular shoe size.

I am looking for Wide women's gym shoes...

Carol Paulausky

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I am looking for Wide women's gym shoes and do not see a wide size for any of them.

Gone Fishing

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Carol, they do not make these in wide sizes and La Sportiva's generally run narrow. I would keep looking and pass these up.

5 5

jean kay

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My climbing partner threatened to force-ably remove and burn my last approach shoes as I was loath to give them up but they were falling apart. First day in these I fell in love all over again. Excellent support, grippy rubber and not even a warning of a blister. I hiked up a wet slippery canyon. Was able to hop rocks, do a bit of bouldering and scramble up to a col with complete confidence as well as comfortably cruise along the approach trail.