La Sportiva TX Guide - Women's Review

The TX Guide is La Sportiva's latest addition to the TX series and makes for an impressive addition to the fleet. These shoes are made for scrambling and traveling over mountainous terrain. They are burly enough to handle the wear and tear of big wall climbing and moving through talus fields. Their solid construction, breathable yet durable upper, and super stiff midsole make these our go-to for big missions—whether that be long alpine scrambles or big walls in Yosemite Valley. The stiffness provided by the midsole is crucial for both feeling solid on rock and for standing in ladders and performing the work of wall climbing. These lightweight and sleek shoes are up to any burly task—but fall a bit short in terms of comfort. That said, their narrow shape caters to climbers with a narrower toe box.