La Sportiva Thunder GTX

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The Thunder GTX is a backpacking boot made by La Sportiva. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

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From Backcountry Outlet:
"A lightweight backpacking boot with an incredible Italian fit, the Thunder GTX is waterproof, supportive and rugged with a Vibram outsole to boot. The ultralight backpacking movement has spawned a legion of lightweight backpacking boots designed to support moderate loads while being supple enough to sprint down the trail. The Thunder GTX is at the top of the heap in this class. A Nubuck leather upper ensures durability and classic good looks, while the insole's half steel shank protects your feet from trail obstacles. A Gore-Tex lining ensures bomber waterproofing for those unexpected stream crossings. La Sportiva details like a rubber toe rand and molded heel reinforcement make this fast and light boot stand out in a crowd. *AVAILABLE FOR NORTH AMERICAN SHIPMENT ONLY."

From Sierra Trading Post:
"CLOSEOUTS . La Sportiva’s Thunder Gore-Tex(R) hiking boots are supportive enough for moderate loads and agile enough to scamper down the trail. Waterproof breathable Gore-Tex(R) lining stands up to stream crossings and rainstorms. Waterproof breathable Gore-Tex(R) keeps feet dry and cool Nubuck leather upper Rubber toe rand Molded heel reinforcement Gusseted tongue Padded collar EVA midsole Steel-polyurethane shank protects feet from trail obstacles Vibram(R) rubber outsole Height: 5- ” Weight: 2 lb. 5 oz. pr. Medium width CLOSEOUTS . Vietnam. Size Euro (US): 35 (4 ) 35 (5) 36 (5 ) 36 (5 -6) 37 (6) 38 (7) 38 (7 ) 39 (7 -8) 39 (8) 40 (8 ) 40 (9) 41 (9 ) 41 (9 -10) 42 (10) 42 (10 ) 43 (11) 43 (11 ) 44 (11 -12) 44 (12) Visit our Hiking Footwear Guide Visit our Shoe Sizing Guide"

From Mountain Hideaway:
"Midweight waterproof hiking and backpacking boot for moderate to rugged terrain. This is a great boot for all around hiking and backpacking.La Sportiva Thunder GTX Features: Molded heel reinforcement helps lock in the foot on sketchy trails Vibram- outsole and XSV rands for all terrain traction Gore-Tex- lining is 100% waterproof Color: Brown/Black/Charcoa UPPER: Nubuck Leather/Cordura/Molded Rubber heel reinforcement/ Vibram- XSV Rand Construction: Board Lasted Last: Trango2 Lining: Gore-Tex- Sole: Vibram- Light Runner Midsole: Trailon Insole: 4mm Trailflex with half steel shank Weight: 23.73 oz/673 gm"

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. La Sportiva Women's Thunder GTX Boot (Fall 2008) The Women's Thunder GTX Boot by La Sportiva is a midweight waterproof hiking boot for moderate to rugged terrain with light/moderate backpacking loads. Features: Gore-Tex lining Nubuck leather uppers for durability and water repellancy Molded rubber heel stabilizer for great support Weight: 25 oz / 662 g Upper: Nubuck Leather/Cordura/Molded rubber heel reinforcement/ Vibram rubber rand Construction: Board Lasted Last: Women's Trango 2 Lining: Gore-Tex Sole/Midsole: Vibram Light Runner Trailon Insole: 4mm Trailflex"

User Reviews

Men's Thunder GTX
Reviewed by Reed Jones, Mar 04, 2009

"Nice, lighter boot with adequate weather protection and fairly good durability. Tore 'em up pretty good on scree and boulder fields, but nothing beyond cosmetic damage. Also slogged through the wet and mud and stayed reasonably dry. Comfort was good straight out of the box."

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Men's Thunder GTX
Reviewed by Eugene37, Dec 22, 2008

"These are nice light trail boots. Note, however, that they can be quite slippery on wet rocks."

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Women's Thunder GTX
Reviewed by little_1, Nov 19, 2007

"La Sportiva got it right with the Thunder GTX. Its durability has proved itself through the rugged terrain of the White Mountains, the muddy banks of Vancouver Islands West Coast Trail, and two weeks of intense backcountry bushwacking in the Grand Canyon."

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Men's Thunder GTX
Reviewed by Nate, Nov 16, 2006

"Just about everything you need in a boot. Guiding big game clients through the Rockies in Co. and Nm. can be rough on your footwear; and these are standing up beautifully. The rand protects your toes, the soles don't gum up as much as others, they lace great."

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