Vertex Alpine Shoe Men's is a light technical approach shoe designed for alpine and technical approaches. Product Type: Men’s light technical approach shoes Material: Vibram XS Flash 2 Weight: 336g Sticky outsole designed for edging, on-trail performance, and grip in wet and dry conditions TPU shank and toe cap add protection for rugged, varied terrain Knit collar helps seal out debris Pair with a men’s shell jacket and a men’s Gore-Tex pants for added weather protection on mountain approaches. Balancing the fit and performance of a trail running shoe with the stability required for long, technical approaches, the Vertex Alpine redefines approach footwear. Made for all-day mountain travel, it’s light, fast, and delivers the support and protection required for rugged, varied terrain. The sticky Vibram XS Flash 2 outsole is designed for edging, on-trail performance, and grip in wet and dry conditions. A TPU shank and toe cap add protection, and a knit collar seals out debris. Need a waterproof version? Try the Vertex Alpine GTX Shoe.