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Guide books have a way of making the approach sound pretty straightforward, but after multiple creek crossings, backtracking, and sketchy scrambles, we're glad to have prepared for the unexpected by lacing up the La Sportiva TX3 Approach Shoes. With a quick-drying polyester mesh upper, protective rubber rand, and super-sticky Vibram rubber sole, the TX3 is a veritable all-terrain crusher with the chops to tackle just about any rocky surface you encounter. La Sportiva pulled out all the stops with this one by adding a torsionally rigid STB system, MEMlex underfoot cushioning, and non-slip mesh lining for a cool, comfortable, and secure fit for the approach.