Last updated at 15/05/2026 12:53:53
La Sportiva Trango Tech GTX mountaineering boots-43.5-Black/Yellow
Delivery by 22 May $95.73
originally posted on REI
I'm a big La Sportiva fan (first brand I look at when I need new outdoors footwear), but these are a rare miss. There are a few good things going for them, but the bad outweighs the good in this case. The first major issue is sizing - in my experience, most La Sportiva shoes tend to run small (relative to US brands, Salomon, etc.), but these are way off. For reference, I'm usually size 12.5 / 13 (EUR 47) in boots and upsize to 13.5 (EUR 47.5) in La Sportivas. In 47.5, these are still too small. Also, there doesn't seem to be a lot of commonality with the old Trango last... I wore one of the old Trango boots (now discontinued) in 46.5 and the fit in this boot is completely different. Further, the toe box is incredibly cramped. I get this is intended for precision and ... MoreI'm a big La Sportiva fan (first brand I look at when I need new outdoors footwear), but these are a rare miss. There are a few good things going for them, but the bad outweighs the good in this case. The first major issue is sizing - in my experience, most La Sportiva shoes tend to run small (relative to US brands, Salomon, etc.), but these are way off. For reference, I'm usually size 12.5 / 13 (EUR 47) in boots and upsize to 13.5 (EUR 47.5) in La Sportivas. In 47.5, these are still too small. Also, there doesn't seem to be a lot of commonality with the old Trango last... I wore one of the old Trango boots (now discontinued) in 46.5 and the fit in this boot is completely different. Further, the toe box is incredibly cramped. I get this is intended for precision and technical terrain, but the inside edge of the big toe gets jammed. There is also very little vertical volume, with the rubber rand pressing on top of the big toe - a problem that is exacerbated by what seems to be a seam connecting some of the decorative yellow fabric (which is entirely unnecessary from a practical standpoint) right at the junction between the toe rand and the rest of the upper. There is a another hidden seam in the tongue running vertically from the top of the tongue to the rand. It connects in the same place as the first seam, taking up more of whatever little precious vertical toe box volume you have left.The other weakness is the lacing system: the main issue there is that you have the yellow "loops" instead of metal hooks in the second to top lacing spot - these are very impractical as they require you to thread the laces in every time instead of quickly "catching the hooks". This makes lacing slow and inconvenient and does not seem to add any practical benefit outside of La Sportiva saving a few $ by not installing proper metal hooks. Another issue with the lacing system are the fabric lacing wholes along the rest of the shoe - I get that they shave a bit of weight, but I would rather see proper metal ones that can be tweaked to adjusted for hot spots, lace tension, etc. This last one is not as big of an issue, but not great. While we are on the topic of laces, it's worth noting that the actual boot has a proper metal hook in the third lacing spot, allowing for dual zone lacing - this is a great feature, but for some reason the photos do not show it.It is not all bad, however. As with all La Sportivas, the build quality is excellent, the leather seems to be of good quality (for the price point), and I liked the feel of the boot in the ankle, heel and midfoot sections. The soft, stretchy collar (used in other La Sportiva boots) is comfortable and practical, likely to keep debris out whilst allowing for mobility without sacrificing ankle support.Fit is always a personal, subjective matter, so if these fit your feet, I'm sure they will hold up well. I just wish sizing was a bit more accurate (esp. relative to other La Sportiva boots, esp. relative to other Trango models) and the lacing system was better, particularly given the price point.
originally posted on mec.ca
I purchased these boots for mountaineering as they were advertised.Perfect fit right from the box and comfortable regardless the length of the hike. And this is all in the positive side.After few months of use, I took them in the wet snow and at end of the hike there was water inside the boot...and I mean water, no like sweat. I had GoreTex gaiters and the pants under the gaiters were perfectly dry.After 20 hikes or so, the sole start cracking along the bending area. Deep crack up to the insole. After 10 more hikes there is just a little material handing the sole together, the rest is a deep crack from left to right all the way to the insole.Also, the tip of the sole is almost gone and soon the rand would be affected/abrazed.MEC said they are too ... MoreI purchased these boots for mountaineering as they were advertised.Perfect fit right from the box and comfortable regardless the length of the hike. And this is all in the positive side.After few months of use, I took them in the wet snow and at end of the hike there was water inside the boot...and I mean water, no like sweat. I had GoreTex gaiters and the pants under the gaiters were perfectly dry.After 20 hikes or so, the sole start cracking along the bending area. Deep crack up to the insole. After 10 more hikes there is just a little material handing the sole together, the rest is a deep crack from left to right all the way to the insole.Also, the tip of the sole is almost gone and soon the rand would be affected/abrazed.MEC said they are too bitten-out to consider any help from them.It is my first pair of boots in 15 years which has GoreTex and still lets my foot soak, gets the sole worn out in a year of usage and gets a crack in the sole in just few months (in fact no other brand had major issues with the sole either then regular wear and tear on the tracks).I have to add that I am doing hiking and scrambling with a group of average hikers so I am far from using the boots on sharp rocks. I am getting in high alpine areas but the boot exposure to sharp rocks is half, at most, from what a mountaineer would do.And MEC covers small defects on stuff they sell but do not cover big warranty issues, while they still sell these boots as "mountaineering boots" in that section of their store.I do not recommend this product, low quality material and unless you use them for light trails they wont last for the money you pay for.
originally posted on sportiva.com
I am a long-term fan and dedicated consumer of La Sportiva. They produce some of the best climbing and mountaineering boots on the earth. However, the Trango Tech model is an obvious failure. Firstly, the boot runs small. Normally, I wear a size 8, but when I ordered the 8.5, it was way too small for me, even without socks. Consequently, I decided to order a size 9 from another seller. (It's important to note that when ordering from La Sportiva that you have to pay for delivery and shipping back; there is no free return!) The size 9 boots felt okay, perhaps even a bit longer than necessary, but the toe space was very narrow and gave me blisters after just a 15-minute walk. Consequently, I returned the boots. They are on sale for a reason.
La Sportiva Trango Tech GTX mountaineering boots-43.5-Black/Yellow
Delivery by 22 May $95.73
I'm a big La Sportiva fan (first brand I look at when I need new outdoors footwear), but these are a rare miss. There are a few good things going for them, but the bad outweighs the good in this case. The first major issue is sizing - in my experience, most La Sportiva shoes tend to run small (relative to US brands, Salomon, etc.), but these are way off. For reference, I'm usually size 12.5 / 13 (EUR 47) in boots and upsize to 13.5 (EUR 47.5) in La Sportivas. In 47.5, these are still too small. Also, there doesn't seem to be a lot of commonality with the old Trango last... I wore one of the old Trango boots (now discontinued) in 46.5 and the fit in this boot is completely different. Further, the toe box is incredibly cramped. I get this is intended for precision and ... MoreI'm a big La Sportiva fan (first brand I look at when I need new outdoors footwear), but these are a rare miss. There are a few good things going for them, but the bad outweighs the good in this case. The first major issue is sizing - in my experience, most La Sportiva shoes tend to run small (relative to US brands, Salomon, etc.), but these are way off. For reference, I'm usually size 12.5 / 13 (EUR 47) in boots and upsize to 13.5 (EUR 47.5) in La Sportivas. In 47.5, these are still too small. Also, there doesn't seem to be a lot of commonality with the old Trango last... I wore one of the old Trango boots (now discontinued) in 46.5 and the fit in this boot is completely different. Further, the toe box is incredibly cramped. I get this is intended for precision and technical terrain, but the inside edge of the big toe gets jammed. There is also very little vertical volume, with the rubber rand pressing on top of the big toe - a problem that is exacerbated by what seems to be a seam connecting some of the decorative yellow fabric (which is entirely unnecessary from a practical standpoint) right at the junction between the toe rand and the rest of the upper. There is a another hidden seam in the tongue running vertically from the top of the tongue to the rand. It connects in the same place as the first seam, taking up more of whatever little precious vertical toe box volume you have left.The other weakness is the lacing system: the main issue there is that you have the yellow "loops" instead of metal hooks in the second to top lacing spot - these are very impractical as they require you to thread the laces in every time instead of quickly "catching the hooks". This makes lacing slow and inconvenient and does not seem to add any practical benefit outside of La Sportiva saving a few $ by not installing proper metal hooks. Another issue with the lacing system are the fabric lacing wholes along the rest of the shoe - I get that they shave a bit of weight, but I would rather see proper metal ones that can be tweaked to adjusted for hot spots, lace tension, etc. This last one is not as big of an issue, but not great. While we are on the topic of laces, it's worth noting that the actual boot has a proper metal hook in the third lacing spot, allowing for dual zone lacing - this is a great feature, but for some reason the photos do not show it.It is not all bad, however. As with all La Sportivas, the build quality is excellent, the leather seems to be of good quality (for the price point), and I liked the feel of the boot in the ankle, heel and midfoot sections. The soft, stretchy collar (used in other La Sportiva boots) is comfortable and practical, likely to keep debris out whilst allowing for mobility without sacrificing ankle support.Fit is always a personal, subjective matter, so if these fit your feet, I'm sure they will hold up well. I just wish sizing was a bit more accurate (esp. relative to other La Sportiva boots, esp. relative to other Trango models) and the lacing system was better, particularly given the price point.
I purchased these boots for mountaineering as they were advertised.Perfect fit right from the box and comfortable regardless the length of the hike. And this is all in the positive side.After few months of use, I took them in the wet snow and at end of the hike there was water inside the boot...and I mean water, no like sweat. I had GoreTex gaiters and the pants under the gaiters were perfectly dry.After 20 hikes or so, the sole start cracking along the bending area. Deep crack up to the insole. After 10 more hikes there is just a little material handing the sole together, the rest is a deep crack from left to right all the way to the insole.Also, the tip of the sole is almost gone and soon the rand would be affected/abrazed.MEC said they are too ... MoreI purchased these boots for mountaineering as they were advertised.Perfect fit right from the box and comfortable regardless the length of the hike. And this is all in the positive side.After few months of use, I took them in the wet snow and at end of the hike there was water inside the boot...and I mean water, no like sweat. I had GoreTex gaiters and the pants under the gaiters were perfectly dry.After 20 hikes or so, the sole start cracking along the bending area. Deep crack up to the insole. After 10 more hikes there is just a little material handing the sole together, the rest is a deep crack from left to right all the way to the insole.Also, the tip of the sole is almost gone and soon the rand would be affected/abrazed.MEC said they are too bitten-out to consider any help from them.It is my first pair of boots in 15 years which has GoreTex and still lets my foot soak, gets the sole worn out in a year of usage and gets a crack in the sole in just few months (in fact no other brand had major issues with the sole either then regular wear and tear on the tracks).I have to add that I am doing hiking and scrambling with a group of average hikers so I am far from using the boots on sharp rocks. I am getting in high alpine areas but the boot exposure to sharp rocks is half, at most, from what a mountaineer would do.And MEC covers small defects on stuff they sell but do not cover big warranty issues, while they still sell these boots as "mountaineering boots" in that section of their store.I do not recommend this product, low quality material and unless you use them for light trails they wont last for the money you pay for.
I am a long-term fan and dedicated consumer of La Sportiva. They produce some of the best climbing and mountaineering boots on the earth. However, the Trango Tech model is an obvious failure. Firstly, the boot runs small. Normally, I wear a size 8, but when I ordered the 8.5, it was way too small for me, even without socks. Consequently, I decided to order a size 9 from another seller. (It's important to note that when ordering from La Sportiva that you have to pay for delivery and shipping back; there is no free return!) The size 9 boots felt okay, perhaps even a bit longer than necessary, but the toe space was very narrow and gave me blisters after just a 15-minute walk. Consequently, I returned the boots. They are on sale for a reason.
I've worn La Sportiva's for decades and Trango's of various iterations for the last 20+ years. Being blessed (or cursed depending on one's perspective) with narrow feet these work like a charm for me. I tried them on at the La Sportiva retail store in Boulder, CO, and then bought them online at REI. This approach worked well. They've served effectively on Colorado's 14ers for me. They were relatively comfortable out of the box and broke in quickly. I'd buy them again.
I got started hiking about 10 years back on La-Sportiva hiking boots - boots that are still going strong. (ECO2.0) The fit is perfect, the boots have served me well.Coming to these boots - they are great. A couple years back, I was on Whitney with my Hiking boots, and it was super slippery in snow (when not using crampons - something the shoe wasn't even compatible with, but worked reasonably well anyway.) I thought the tread had given out, but it would seem just the flex plus maybe the way the rubber compound reacted to cold temperatures was causing it to not have traction.I tried these booths on a couple of trails in snow recently, bot with crampons, with microspikes, and without. This boot is stiff! And well made. On now chutes, even with just microspikes, I ... MoreI got started hiking about 10 years back on La-Sportiva hiking boots - boots that are still going strong. (ECO2.0) The fit is perfect, the boots have served me well.Coming to these boots - they are great. A couple years back, I was on Whitney with my Hiking boots, and it was super slippery in snow (when not using crampons - something the shoe wasn't even compatible with, but worked reasonably well anyway.) I thought the tread had given out, but it would seem just the flex plus maybe the way the rubber compound reacted to cold temperatures was causing it to not have traction.I tried these booths on a couple of trails in snow recently, bot with crampons, with microspikes, and without. This boot is stiff! And well made. On now chutes, even with just microspikes, I felt very assured of the footing. With crampons, they are even better! Overall, can't go wrong for snow.There are a couple of negatives though.1. They run a little small/narrow. compared to the same sized la-sportiva hiking boots, the fit is tight. It didn't cause too many issues on my short hikes, but I do wonder if it would work great on multi-day hikes.2. The loop eyelets are crazy. Why a mountaineering boots would have those I don't understand. I can already see wear on it from the half a dozen times I have used these boots.
Bought these a few weeks ago and have been able to give them a little use. Mostly on alpine, slabby type terrain. Although they don't squeeze my toes on the sides they seem to be a bit snug on the tops and bottoms of the balls of my feet, however after warming the boots up with body temp for a little, the leather does give way and become quite comfortable. I have yet to use them in the snow and ice just yet. but my Petzl Vasak Flexlock crampons seem to fit them quite well. No need to break in really, which is nice. You can cinch them down to your feet really nicely with the climbing shoe style lace system. Was able to climb some top rope routes on a chilly day as well, to the amazement of the group I was with. I'd say size up a half size or even a full size ... MoreBought these a few weeks ago and have been able to give them a little use. Mostly on alpine, slabby type terrain. Although they don't squeeze my toes on the sides they seem to be a bit snug on the tops and bottoms of the balls of my feet, however after warming the boots up with body temp for a little, the leather does give way and become quite comfortable. I have yet to use them in the snow and ice just yet. but my Petzl Vasak Flexlock crampons seem to fit them quite well. No need to break in really, which is nice. You can cinch them down to your feet really nicely with the climbing shoe style lace system. Was able to climb some top rope routes on a chilly day as well, to the amazement of the group I was with. I'd say size up a half size or even a full size depending on the shape of your feet.Curious to see how long these last, for the price I hope to get at least a couple years out of them.
I've worn these for work about 3 months now working in tree care on the ground and climbing trees. I've also worn them on two backpacking trips. They were comfortable out of the box, I sized half a size down for leather stretch and a tight climbing fit. It took about two weeks of heavy use to break them in. I've been in water ankle deep and stayed dry. They don't breathe well. Some sole wear and rubber peeling up on where the uppers crease. They get solid grip anywhere dry, and ok with hard wet surfaces. I struggle to keep traction on wet grass or leaves with a slope. The forefoot lacing isn't very adjustable you're stuck with the shape of the boot but the ankle lock system gives enough adjustability for different aggressive terrains. I've never gotten blisters from ... MoreI've worn these for work about 3 months now working in tree care on the ground and climbing trees. I've also worn them on two backpacking trips. They were comfortable out of the box, I sized half a size down for leather stretch and a tight climbing fit. It took about two weeks of heavy use to break them in. I've been in water ankle deep and stayed dry. They don't breathe well. Some sole wear and rubber peeling up on where the uppers crease. They get solid grip anywhere dry, and ok with hard wet surfaces. I struggle to keep traction on wet grass or leaves with a slope. The forefoot lacing isn't very adjustable you're stuck with the shape of the boot but the ankle lock system gives enough adjustability for different aggressive terrains. I've never gotten blisters from these boots, even when they've gotten wet. I plan on buying trango extremes (if they weren't discontinued), and would love to see these come out with a safety toe version as I know many arborist who climb in these. The S3s just seem so bulky.
Pros: Build quality is fantastic; everything appears to be masterfully crafted with longevity in mind. These boots are very warm as well, would be excellent for late fall/early winter hiking. They are compatible with strap-on or semi-automatic crampons as well so if you're looking for a boot that would work for rougher hiking or lighter mountaineering these would likely work well for you.Cons: The biggest issue for me is the weird shape of the interior. Sportivas do typically run narrow so you will need to go up a little bit in size to get them to fit, however with these the height of the foot cavity is also very short. This is a good thing in some ways because it keeps you from slipping forward and hitting your toes against the front of the boot on descents, but ... MorePros: Build quality is fantastic; everything appears to be masterfully crafted with longevity in mind. These boots are very warm as well, would be excellent for late fall/early winter hiking. They are compatible with strap-on or semi-automatic crampons as well so if you're looking for a boot that would work for rougher hiking or lighter mountaineering these would likely work well for you.Cons: The biggest issue for me is the weird shape of the interior. Sportivas do typically run narrow so you will need to go up a little bit in size to get them to fit, however with these the height of the foot cavity is also very short. This is a good thing in some ways because it keeps you from slipping forward and hitting your toes against the front of the boot on descents, but it can be quite uncomfortable especially if you're wearing thicker wool socks. The heel area is a bit large as well - no matter what I've tried I haven't found a way to keep my heel from moving around so I ended up just putting some KT tape over the areas where blisters were forming preemptively every time I wear them to help mitigate the damage. The boots also don't really breathe at all, so expect hot feet - definitely wouldn't be my first pick for summer hiking. These boots are extremely rigid so expect a long break-in period. The built-in gaiter is great for keeping debris out, but it also makes it difficult to put them on and take them off as there's not really anything solid there to grab onto - they probably could've included a look of fabric at the back to make this part easier.Overall thoughts: I think these boots are for people looking to get into cold weather hiking or some lower elevation mountaineering, but I would not recommend buying them without trying them on first and seeing if the shape is compatible with your foot. Not my favorite Sportivas I've ever owned, but overall I still recommend these boots.
Boots are perform well in hiking with a sturdy platform over rough terrain. Have yet to get them on snow/ice with crampons but I suspect they will be fine. I really liked the Trangos but decided to go with leather as opposed to synthetic due to reported wear issues. This shoe will be my go to for most conditions except higher altitude where primarily snow and ice with colder temps are present. I normally wear a M9 but had to move up from a 42 to a 43 which BlackOvis was very helpful with the two returns. I wear a 42 in La Sportiva rock climbing shoes so sizes vary amongst models.
I don't think I've ever loved a pair of boots as much as I've loved my trangos. Previous boots (laspo ultra raptor mids) were great but not quite burly enough for backpacking or kicking steps in winter, plus they were not very warm and wore out pretty quick. Ended up buying these with hopes that they could last me a couple of years and take care of all my mountain needs. As of writing this, my trangos have 400 miles on them and I have loved them so far. I've used them for hiking, scrambling, backpacking, and mountaineering in Colorado and they have been wonderful every time I put them on. They are comfortable and agile enough for day hiking, backpacking, and scrambling (20+ mile peakbagging days are easy work for these boots, and my feet felt pampered during ... MoreI don't think I've ever loved a pair of boots as much as I've loved my trangos. Previous boots (laspo ultra raptor mids) were great but not quite burly enough for backpacking or kicking steps in winter, plus they were not very warm and wore out pretty quick. Ended up buying these with hopes that they could last me a couple of years and take care of all my mountain needs. As of writing this, my trangos have 400 miles on them and I have loved them so far. I've used them for hiking, scrambling, backpacking, and mountaineering in Colorado and they have been wonderful every time I put them on. They are comfortable and agile enough for day hiking, backpacking, and scrambling (20+ mile peakbagging days are easy work for these boots, and my feet felt pampered during backpacking trips), but sturdy and warm enough to be 3-season mountaineering machines and great boots for winter hiking and peakbagging in Colorado. My favorite thing about the boots is that I get a 3/4 shank and crampon lip without the stiffness and pain that I get from most full mountaineering boots, and thus they can double as a day hiker and a couloir machine. bottom line: if you want boots to do pretty much everything in the mountains up to ice or mixed, buy these!
La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather GTX Mountaineering boots (43,5, black/orange) - If you’re in the market for a pair of abrasion-resistant mountaineering boots, then look no further than the Trango Tech Leather GTX from La Sportiva. They boast a non-slip La Sportiva Cube sole that was specially designed for La Sportiva by Vibram. Plus, the boots are perfectly compatible with semi-automatic crampons thanks to its TPU insert at the heel. In addition, the toe and heel of the shoe are reinforced with a durable PU protective layer to protect against damage caused by rocks and scree. To complement the Trango Tech Leather GTX’s sole design, the shoes are equipped with a polyurethane midsole along with a 4 mm PPE insole with fibre glass reinforcements. As for the ergonomically optimised collar, it boasts a 2-zone lacing made of functional materials to ensure both comfort and stability. But that’s not all: the Nubuck leather and microfibre blend is supported by the waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex Performance Comfort lining, which will keep your feet dry when walking through the rain, snow and ice. Perfect!
La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather GTX Mountaineering boots (43,5, black/orange) - If you’re in the market for a pair of abrasion-resistant mountaineering boots, then look no further than the Trango Tech Leather GTX from La Sportiva. They boast a non-slip La Sportiva Cube sole that was specially designed for La Sportiva by Vibram. Plus, the boots are perfectly compatible with semi-automatic crampons thanks to its TPU insert at the heel. In addition, the toe and heel of the shoe are reinforced with a durable PU protective layer to protect against damage caused by rocks and scree. To complement the Trango Tech Leather GTX’s sole design, the shoes are equipped with a polyurethane midsole along with a 4 mm PPE insole with fibre glass reinforcements. As for the ergonomically optimised collar, it boasts a 2-zone lacing made of functional materials to ensure both comfort and stability. But that’s not all: the Nubuck leather and microfibre blend is supported by the waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex Performance Comfort lining, which will keep your feet dry when walking through the rain, snow and ice. Perfect!
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The lowest price we last saw for La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather - Black/Yellow was $390.57 at Oliunìd (last seen 15 May 2026). Prices may have changed since.
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La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather - Black/Yellow
La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather GTX Mountaineering boots (43,5, black/orange) - If you’re in the market for a pair of abrasion-resistant mountaineering boots, then look no further than the Trango Tech Leather GTX from La Sportiva. They boast a non-slip La Sportiva Cube sole that was specially designed for La Sportiva by Vibram. Plus, the boots are perfectly compatible with semi-automatic crampons thanks to its TPU insert at the heel. In addition, the toe and heel of the shoe are reinforced with a durable PU protective layer to protect against damage caused by rocks and scree. To complement the Trango Tech Leather GTX’s sole design, the shoes are equipped with a polyurethane midsole along with a 4 mm PPE insole with fibre glass reinforcements. As for the ergonomically optimised collar, it boasts a 2-zone lacing made of functional materials to ensure both comfort and stability. But that’s not all: the Nubuck leather and microfibre blend is supported by the waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex Performance Comfort lining, which will keep your feet dry when walking through the rain, snow and ice. Perfect!
La Sportiva Trango Tech Leather GTX Mountaineering boots (43,5, black/orange) - If you’re in the market for a pair of abrasion-resistant mountaineering boots, then look no further than the Trango Tech Leather GTX from La Sportiva. They boast a non-slip La Sportiva Cube sole that was specially designed for La Sportiva by Vibram. Plus, the boots are perfectly compatible with semi-automatic crampons thanks to its TPU insert at the heel. In addition, the toe and heel of the shoe are reinforced with a durable PU protective layer to protect against damage caused by rocks and scree. To complement the Trango Tech Leather GTX’s sole design, the shoes are equipped with a polyurethane midsole along with a 4 mm PPE insole with fibre glass reinforcements. As for the ergonomically optimised collar, it boasts a 2-zone lacing made of functional materials to ensure both comfort and stability. But that’s not all: the Nubuck leather and microfibre blend is supported by the waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex Performance Comfort lining, which will keep your feet dry when walking through the rain, snow and ice. Perfect!
