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Brand:The North Face
Located in:Footwear, Men's Footwear, Approach Shoes
The design of the Buildering approach shoe by The North Face retains the supportive fit of a hiking shoe without losing the edging dexterity needed for challenging grade four attempts.
- Pig Suede & Ballistic textile upper stands up to abuse
- Vibram dual-compound outsole with sticky rubber in front for a suction grip on rock faces, and midfield hiking lugs, middle and back, of durable trekking rubber
- A fully wrapped rubber rand offers additional grip when climbing and protects from abrasion
- X-2 footbed and AgION lining provide foothugging comfort and anti-microbial protection
- Heel-to-toe lacing customizes the fit as conditions change
- 2/3-length steel shank insert
- Weight per pair: 1 lb 13 oz
- Upper: Pig Suede
- Midsole: EVA
- Outsole: Vibram
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
3.8 stars
(based on 4 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
Pros:
Comfortable(3), Durable(3)
Best Uses:
Day hikes(3), Everyday(4)
A good shoe, but not quite 4th class...
By T-Cal
from Boulder, CO on 7/16/2007
from Boulder, CO on 7/16/2007
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable
Best Uses:
approach shoe, Day hikes, Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Weekend Warrior
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
The day after I got them, I wore these on some 3rd and 4th class scrambling up Mt Quandry. There was some minimal break-in, but a good fit right out of the box. While hiking, they weren't bad; I wish the rubber was a little stickier, and the edging ability really isn't something to get excited about. But overall, I was pretty happy with them (they breathe fairly well). I've been wearing them to crags, which has been much nicer than my heavy hiking boots.
Nice Approach Shoe
By Webhiker from PA on 4/6/2007
from PA on 4/6/2007
Comfort:
Breathes Well, Great out of the box
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Great Traction, Stable
Best Uses:
Approaches, Everyday, Stiff enough to edge
Describe Yourself:
SportTrad Climber
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
These are my 2nd pair. I love these shoes. I have a wide foot and they are perfect. I wear them EVERYWHERE including moderate 5.9's.
Very cool shoes
By Coloclimber from CO on 4/3/2007
from CO on 4/3/2007
Comfort:
Stiff Leather/Fabric
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Durable
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Backcountry, Cold weather, Day hikes, Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Very cool looking shoes and usable in the outdoors
Great shoes
By Crazyfisher from Louisiana on 3/8/2007
from Louisiana on 3/8/2007
Comfort:
Breathes Well, Broken in, Cushioned Insole
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Great Traction, Non-slip sole, Stable, Water Resistant
Best Uses:
Backcountry, Cold weather, Day hikes, Everyday, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Great shoes, no problems!!!