Scarpa Rush TRK LT GTX

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UOG TOP PICK— A reasonably lightweight traditional hiking boot that offers a lot of support over various terrain. The Rush TRK LT GTX utilises Scarpa’s own Presa sole, a hardwearing and adaptable tread that grips well and helps to shed mud. A Top Pick for those looking for a robust hiking boot

Scarpa says: 

The RUSH TRK LT GTX is a lightweight ripstop fabric version, for daily mountain hikes. It’s a comfortable shoe with technologies that help reduce foot fatigue during activity. The right mix of comfort, stability and lightness.

Our Verdict

The Rush TRK LT GTX are solid all-rounders. They are great for low-level hikes but excel over rocky, uneven mountain climbs.

The boot’s upper is mainly constructed from a hard-wearing ripstop, but the lower of the boot is protected by a durable plastic film, with a tough rubber toe box to ensure the boot’s longevity. This is all backed with a Gore-tex membrane that wraps around the gusseted tongue to ensure complete waterproofness.

My stand-out feature is the boot’s ability to “lock” the laces at the third Gromit. This allows for adaptable lacing for different foot shapes and configurations for different terrains, especially when ascending or descending.

The boot’s soles are very impressive. They look untouched from my test walks, with no wear or nicks, so I’m confident in their longevity. The sole is made in-house at Scarpa and performs well in wet and dry terrains.

Sizing can be tricky with Scarpa (or any European boot manufacturer); however, I usually take a 9, and the EU 43 fits me perfectly.

If you want to invest in a solid traditional boot, you will get years of use out of these.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• IKS (Interactive Kinetic System) technology reinvents the principles of comfort and cushioning.
• Lightweight and breathable for summer trekkings
• Hiking beyond the ordinary

Specifications

• Weight: 509g (Per UK 08 Shoe)
• Upper: Fabric + Film
• Lining: Gore-Tex Extended Comfort Footwear
• Insole: P-Flex Lite
• Sole: Presa® TRK-01

Help & advice:

• Choosing Hiking Footwear
• What is Gore-Tex Fabric?