I've tried everything you mentioned except the Lowa's (I've even worn the cork Sole insoles). It's a crying shame that LaSportiva can't widen their toe boxes!!!! Two shoes worth your consideration per my efforts are:
1. Scarpa Ribble Run 2 (sizing is weird, must try on, not the same as previous Scarpa models). Toe box is more generous than LaSportiva, but not Altra. Very durable and good traction, not heavy.
2. Altra Timp BOA 5 (I've only tried BOA version, lace version may be fine) This version of the Timp has Vibram, Altra width and actually more like the Olympus than LP. Previous Timp models did not do it for me, this one is worthy.
I know nothing about the Flux footwear, but am now curious.
Scarpa has most of their shoes in 14US. I’ve the same size and have Rapids and Ribelle Run 2, as well as a couple of pairs of boots and casual sneakers, made by Scarpa. They do tend to fit narrow, which is exactly what I need, but not everyone
I've used Prodigio Pro for alpine terrain and it works. However, midsole takes a lot of damage and it's not super durable for rocky terrain. I mostly use Scarpa Ribelle Run 2 for alpine terrains and scrambling, more than enough protection around your feet and excellent grip.
Looking for some experiences :)
Looking for new shoes that bridge between approach shoes and trailrunning shoes - essentially trail running shoes you're comfortable doing class 4 scrambles/climbs with.
I've tried Scarpa Ribelle Run 2, and while they are really great for this, my feet hurt as they are just too narrow for me. Otherwise these would be like the perfect shoes for me. Great damping on the heel but a stiffer toe area for those sketchy parts is amazing
Arcteryx Vertex Alpine is another one of these, but apparently that one's even narrower...
Do you think sportiva tx2 has enough cushioning in the heel?
I can really recommend the ribelle run 2’s except that they’re just not wide enough for my feet. Which i’ve learned after getting blisters on the same spot for the 4 times i’ve worn them :)
For reference, I'm normally a UK 10 / EU 44.5. I've tried the Scarpa Ribelle Run 2 ( EU 44.5)s, which are too narrow. Dynafit Transalper 2 (EU 44) are just a touch too narrow, but might work, the 44.5 felt baggy. I had some La Sportiva Tx Guides (EU 44.5), the first pair, bought in 2022 were great, but the next pair I bought last year were far too narrow.
For comparison, I've got:
La Sportiva Mutant (EU 44.5), which are wide enough and comfortable, but a little on the short side.
Adidas Terrex Solo Swift (EU 44 2/3), excellent, and fit well, but not enough cushioning for running. Unsure about the new Skychaser Solo shoes.
Salomon Speedcross 6 (EU 44 2/3), which fit well, but the deep lugs make them unsuitable for scrambling.
Salomon X Ultra 360 GTX (EU 44), which despite being half a size smaller than my normal UK shoe size, fit quite well.
Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite GTX (EU 44), which fit well, but are bulky.
I'm after both a non-waterproof and waterproof shoe.
For reference, I'm normally a UK 10 / EU 44.5. I've tried the Scarpa Ribelle Run 2 ( EU 44.5)s, which are too narrow. Dynafit Transalper 2 (EU 44) are just a touch too narrow, but might work, the 44.5 felt baggy. I had some La Sportiva Tx Guides (EU 44.5), the first pair, bought in 2022 were great, but the next pair I bought last year were far too narrow.
For comparison, I've got:
La Sportiva Mutant (EU 44.5), which are wide enough and comfortable, but a little on the short side.
Adidas Terrex Solo Swift (EU 44 2/3), excellent, and fit well, but not enough cushioning for running. Unsure about the new Skychaser Solo shoes.
Salomon Speedcross 6 (EU 44 2/3), which fit well, but the deep lugs make them unsuitable for scrambling.
Salomon X Ultra 360 GTX (EU 44), which despite being half a size smaller than my normal UK shoe size, fit quite well.
Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite GTX (EU 44), which fit well, but are bulky.
I'm after both a non-waterproof and waterproof shoe.
Gravel is a tricky surface, I agree.
It probably depends on the the percentage of a certain terrain in a run that I choose the shoes.
Generally, for steep grass I like Mudtalons with 8mm lugs, for snow the Genesis and for barely runnable rocks Bushidos. But then again, there is always a trade-off, since a run is usually composed of different surfaces.
As an allrounder in alpine environment, I often go for Dynafit, Prodigio or Ribelle Run.
YMMY.
(And yes: I might have too many shoes).
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