If the boots had fit I would have kept them despite the odd setup, but it is definitely out of the mainstream. The clips and the narrow laces are not too bad.

12.5 USA is bigger than 29.5 But I was getting a little heel slip in the 12, and even in the wide version my left foot was too long (hitting the end of the shoe), so figured 12.5 would not fit either. Most m ondopoint 12 hiking boots are 29.5 La Sportiva is less than 29.5 So La Sportiva is definitely smaller if you go by USA size. Since La Sportiva have a reputation for being narrow I figured they might fit my narrow heel wide toe foot. Emailed La Sportiva they told me their wide in this shoe (and the Raptor BTW) is only wide in the toe box area. I find La Sportiva's to be my new go-to footwear for just about any occasion. I can even wear them around my residence for any occassion and keep my feet feeling comfortable all day long.īeing prior military, fire/law enforcement, I have worn many types and styles of footwear. Temp Control: With the proper socks, these boots kept my feet very warm in sub-freezing temps and likewise, in warmer temps my feet weren't drenched from sweating.Ĭonstruction/Durability: From dry sandy conditions to wet, rooty, rocky, mossy, muddy or wet environments these boots performed as advertised and did not experience any breakdown or tears from environmental conditions.Īs stated above, I have worn two different pair of these boots on the Appalachian Trail on long distance section hikes. Support: The design of the tread allows one to negotiate rocky terrain and not create pinpoint stabbing to your heel, arch, and toe box. Fit: My custom orthotics added a huge plus to the comfort of the shoe for long distance hiking.

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