La Sportiva Men's Boulder X Approach & Hiking Shoes - Lightweight Outdoor Climbing & Trail Walking Footwear for Mountain Adventures

I used this very same model for many years. Not sure when it first came out (mine has the black color around the ankle, this model is red in that area).Super traction. Zero complaints about wear and tear. I see somebody posted pictures of a torn shoe. Hard to believe this was from regular use.Who is this shoe for? Think Dolomites. Think working as a guide. Think Via Ferrata.Can you "scramble" - sure.Can you climb - absolutely no. Toe-box is wide and comfortable for all of the above and will not feel right when you climb.How is the traction. Superb.How does it feel after a long day. It feels perfect.Do you look fine both on the mountain and in the coffee shop at the base - yup.It has enough color to look "happy", it is subdued enough to look pro, and it brings the La Sportiva creds which are impeccable.... And this is why I got a second pair after years of use. Afraid they will discontinue that design.