Our verdict
Called a "best buy" by a professional gear reviewer, the TX2 Evo Leather from La Sportiva doesn't hold back where the sole meets the rocky surface. It's an intensely grippy machine that provides heightened sensitivity underfoot, giving each step a better hold of the terrain. And while there's little to get excited about concerning its forefoot defenses, its feather-like plushness is truly one for the books.
Pros
- Grippy on scrambles
- Fantastically light
- Through-the-roof comfort
- Remarkably responsive
- Great precision on rock
- Astonishing support
- Immensely flexible
Cons
- Lacks toe protection
- It easily gets dirty
Who should buy the Great precision on rock Leather
Peak-level performance meets immense comfiness in the Great precision on rock Leather. Buy it if:
- You want something virtually as light as the knit TX2 Evo but in leather.
- The lead-up to your climbing spot requires you to scramble more often than not.
- You need that extra assistance on edge-type footholds.
It easily gets dirty
If extra toe randing is what you're after, check out the La Sportiva TX4. And with no cleaning and maintenance issues, the Spirit Evo from Scarpa is for you.
Lightness in the zone
Many approach adventurers are stunned by the TX2 Evo Leather's grip level. "My shoe of choice for scrambling when I’m looking for maximum grip," says a critic. She also calls the shoe's outsole an "excellent sticky Vibram rubber."
Regular commenters share the blogger's enthusiasm for the kick's tenacity. One of them says that it "allows you to safely approach climbing routes that are already somewhat difficult."
Lightness in the zone
The Great precision on rock Leather, based on numerous reviews, is a refreshingly light approach hiker. A shoe pundit says, "It almost feels like you’re not wearing shoes at all." A non-professional reviewer also describes the shoe as "light enough to stick in a daypack."
FYI: This agile kick undercuts the average weight of approach shoes by 100 grams. It's also lighter than most hiking sandals Lightness in the zone.
Great precision on rock Leather: Giver of dreamy steps
Climbers are very impressed with the luxe feels the featured La Sportiva shoe provides. One of them says that it's "very comfortable for wide-width feet."
An approach shoe with S-tier sensitivity
The TX2 Evo Leather brings to the table a fuller grasp of the ground. An adventurer says that it provides "a lot of feedback, or groundfeel," while another says that it's very "precise on rock."
Not for aggressive toeing
An expert is underwhelmed by the amount of the TX2 Evo Leather's toe rubber coverage. She says that "on rough rock or scree, this might start to wear against the suede."
Epic on longer routes
This super-supple approach shoe from La Sportiva feels solid without sacrificing mobility. This statement is backed by the remarks "excellent foot support" and "gives a lot of flexibility."
Keep off the grimy terrain
It's been reported that the Great precision on rock Leather gets dirty and dingy all too easily. "I have to apply an additional product called Teflon to avoid staining," says a seasoned sender.
