Backcountry.com - The North Face Men's Approach Shoes

Backcountry.com - The North Face Men's Approach Shoes http://www.backcountry.com/store/group/100000163/b88/The-North-Face-Mens-Approach-Shoes.html Backcountry.com Q&A postings en-us Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:16:27 GMT service@backcountry.com (Backcountry.com Customer Service) 60 These look pretty cool, what kind of arch support do you get http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Scarpa-Quest-Approach-Shoe-Mens/SCR0115M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_139475#question_139475 Scarpa Quest Approach Shoe - Men's These look pretty cool, what kind of arch support do you get? question_139475 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:16:27 GMT do these fit wide feet?, what happens when these get soaked/wet?, http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Karakoram-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0086M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_138343#question_138343 Patagonia Footwear Karakoram Approach Shoe - Men's do these fit wide feet?, what happens when these get soaked/wet?, and looks like there isn't a heel cup/rand so how is the support going down steep/talus filled routes? question_138343 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:50:07 GMT do these fit wide feet?, are these at all water proof?, and does http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Garmont-Sticky-Cat-Approach-Shoe-Mens/GAR0088M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_138341#question_138341 Garmont Sticky Cat Approach Shoe - Men's do these fit wide feet?, are these at all water proof?, and does the sticky vibram sole protect underfoot from scree/talus + how they grip on wet grass, slick granite,etc.? question_138341 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:40:55 GMT how is this shoe on ice? because we get some wicked ice storms http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/La-Sportiva-Exum-Pro-Approach-Shoe-Mens/LSP0124M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_128598#question_128598 La Sportiva Exum Pro Approach Shoe - Men's how is this shoe on ice? because we get some wicked ice storms where i live, and it's hard to get around. so i'm looking for a shoe that will handle well on slick ice, and not look much different than a tennis shoe. question_128598 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:39:03 GMT Just bought a pair and under the "product technicality" http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Millet-Radikal-Speed-Approach-Shoe-Mens/MIL0081M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_128425#question_128425 Millet Radikal Speed Approach Shoe - Men's Just bought a pair and under the "product technicality" description it says that the Boa tightener has two settings: "foot top retention for descents and toe tightening for climbing" How does that work? Am I missing something or is this description just a Boa selling point?. question_128425 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:05:04 GMT I've never tried a pair of approach shoes; I'm wondering, http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Huckleberry-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0003M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_123570#question_123570 Patagonia Footwear Huckleberry Approach Shoe - Men's I've never tried a pair of approach shoes; I'm wondering, are they intended to be worn barefoot like regular climbing shoes or will they fit and function appropriately with socks? question_123570 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:58:11 GMT 1. would they fit wide feet w/ low arches? 2. good for 3rd/4th http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/La-Sportiva-Exum-Pro-Approach-Shoe-Mens/LSP0124M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_122473#question_122473 La Sportiva Exum Pro Approach Shoe - Men's 1. would they fit wide feet w/ low arches? 2. good for 3rd/4th class scrambling? 3. how good is underfeet protection from rock/scree/talus since tpu shank is only in the heel of shoe? 4. what happens when they get soaked or wet? 5. how long do the frixion soles last? question_122473 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:36:05 GMT how do the "smearacle" sticky rubber soles hold up http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Smedge-Approach-Shoe-Mens/TNF2882M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_117768#question_117768 The North Face Smedge Approach Shoe - Men's how do the "smearacle" sticky rubber soles hold up over time when used mainly for scrambling over say 3rd/4th class terrain? my TNF hedgehog trail runners i used for scrambling didn't hold up at all...soles delaminated after only 6 mos. of use. also, does the injection molded TPU shank protect over scree/boulder hopping? any help or info. much appreciated...thank you. question_117768 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:24:27 GMT Write your question here... Do they make a size 7 in juniper http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Huckleberry-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0003M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_117599#question_117599 Patagonia Footwear Huckleberry Approach Shoe - Men's Write your question here... Do they make a size 7 in juniper green? question_117599 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:18:05 GMT Don't know the best way to point this out, but the weight http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Scarpa-Zen-Approach-Shoe-Mens/SCR0074M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_116142#question_116142 Scarpa Zen Approach Shoe - Men's Don't know the best way to point this out, but the weight is wrong as listed. It says, "[Pair, size 9] 15.5oz (440g) ". It should read "1/2 Pair", see Scarpa's website, or other online retailers. Just wanted to point this out for other weight obsessed shoppers. question_116142 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:49:46 GMT Write your question here... Exum Pro. I wear an 11.5 (US mens). http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/La-Sportiva-Exum-Pro-Approach-Shoe-Mens/LSP0124M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_115651#question_115651 La Sportiva Exum Pro Approach Shoe - Men's Write your question here... Exum Pro. I wear an 11.5 (US mens). Per the size chart this is a size 45.1. THe available sizes are: 45.0 & 45.5. What size should I order? Thanks. question_115651 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:45:29 GMT I really like this shoe! I bought it a few months ago. I wear http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Evolv-Stryker-Approach-Shoe-Mens/EVL0009M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_114546#question_114546 Evolv Stryker Approach Shoe - Men's I really like this shoe! I bought it a few months ago. I wear them all the time, and they have been great for rappelling. However, the toe has split open. It seems like they should have lasted longer. Is there any kind of warranty on these?!?! question_114546 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:12:56 GMT What sort of trekking is this good for? Can it be used for day http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Millet-Radikal-Speed-Approach-Shoe-Mens/MIL0081M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_113703#question_113703 Millet Radikal Speed Approach Shoe - Men's What sort of trekking is this good for? Can it be used for day hikes and light stuff, or just heavy approaches and morraine use? How about around town? question_113703 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:39:31 GMT Does anyone have a picture or the sole for this shoe? What is http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Vasque-Equalizer-Shoe-Mens/VSQ0125M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_108349#question_108349 Vasque Equalizer Shoe - Men's Does anyone have a picture or the sole for this shoe? What is it like (sticky dot rubber, tread, a "climbing zone" at the toe)? question_108349 Sun, 17 May 2009 18:20:34 GMT I haven't seen many reviews for Patagonia's approach http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Karakoram-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0086M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_108028#question_108028 Patagonia Footwear Karakoram Approach Shoe - Men's I haven't seen many reviews for Patagonia's approach shoes that comment on their quality as an approach shoe. I've seen a couple but, for the most part, the comments are about their comfort as a hiking shoe. Does anyone have any experience using the Finn's, Huckleberry's, or Karakoram's on class 4/low-grade 5 approaches? I'm trying to get a sense for how sticky the rubber is and how good the toe design is for edging. question_108028 Fri, 15 May 2009 11:53:53 GMT I haven't seen many reviews for Patagonia's approach http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Finn-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0031M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_108026#question_108026 Patagonia Footwear Finn Approach Shoe - Men's I haven't seen many reviews for Patagonia's approach shoes that comment on their quality as an approach shoe. I've seen a couple but, for the most part, the comments are about their comfort as a hiking shoe. Does anyone have any experience using the Finn's, Huckleberry's, or Karakoram's on class 4/low-grade 5 approaches? I'm trying to get a sense for how sticky the rubber is and how good the toe design is for edging. question_108026 Fri, 15 May 2009 11:48:01 GMT How much do they weigh? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Evolv-Stryker-Approach-Shoe-Mens/EVL0009M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_107065#question_107065 Evolv Stryker Approach Shoe - Men's How much do they weigh? question_107065 Mon, 11 May 2009 18:02:53 GMT Write your question here...I'm looking for a sturdy approach http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Huckleberry-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0003M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_105412#question_105412 Patagonia Footwear Huckleberry Approach Shoe - Men's Write your question here...I'm looking for a sturdy approach shoe with sticky rubber. I have a wide foot. Will the Huckleberry fit a wide foot? question_105412 Mon, 04 May 2009 13:40:48 GMT Write your question here...I'm looking for a sturdy approach http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Patagonia-Footwear-Huckleberry-Approach-Shoe-Mens/PTF0003M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_105411#question_105411 Patagonia Footwear Huckleberry Approach Shoe - Men's Write your question here...I'm looking for a sturdy approach shoe with sticky rubber. I have a wide foot. Will the Huckleberry fit a wide foot? question_105411 Mon, 04 May 2009 13:40:18 GMT Are the sizes UK or US? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Millet-Radikal-Speed-Approach-Shoe-Mens/MIL0081M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_103058#question_103058 Millet Radikal Speed Approach Shoe - Men's Are the sizes UK or US? question_103058 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:19:52 GMT