What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I have put serious miles on the Spire GTX Hiking Shoe across everything from desert slot canyons to alpine terrain, and it consistently delivers on both breathability and waterproofing better than any low-cut shoe I have used at this level. The Vibram XS Trek outsole with Impact Brake System inspires real confidence on technical descents, and the GORE-TEX Surround construction keeps things noticeably cooler underfoot than a standard membrane shoe on warm days."Low-cut hiking shoes often ask you to choose between protection and breathability, delivering one at the expense of the other. The La Sportiva Spire GTX Hiking Shoe refuses that compromise, pairing ePE GORE-TEX Surround technology with Nano-Cell 2.0 construction to move heat and moisture away from your foot in all directions, including from underneath, where most waterproof shoes trap warmth entirely.The abrasion-resistant mesh upper keeps the shoe light and ventilated while PU TechLite reinforcements at the toe and heel protect against the rock strikes and edge impacts that come with technical terrain. The STB control system integrates the GORE-TEX Surround ventilation outlets into a structure that fits snugly and stably without sacrificing the breathability the whole system is built around. Underfoot, compression-molded EVA with TPU inserts delivers cushioning and support through long days on trail, and the Vibram XS Trek outsole with Impact Brake System uses slanted and opposing lug angles to grip on the way up and brake on the way down. Built without intentionally added PFAS and vegan throughout, the Spire GTX is a low-cut shoe that earns its place on serious objectives.
Responsible Collection: Recycled/Repurposed;
Upper Material: abrasion-resistant mesh, Nano-Cell 2.0, PU TechLite toe and heel;
Waterproofing: GORE-TEX SURROUND;
Lining: GORE-TEX SURROUND;
Closure: lace (100% recycled polyester);
Footbed: 5mm Ortholite;
Midsole: compression molded EVA, TPU inserts, GORE-TEX SURROUND aeration channels;
Sole: Vibram XS Trek, Impact Brake System, FriXion Blue;
Claimed Weight: 15.5oz;
Activity: hike & camp;
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year;
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Style Variants
Available Colors: Black/Neon
Size Reference for La Sportiva GTX Hiking Shoe - Men's
Available Sizes: EU 38.0
