It is the best-selling Survival and Trail shoe from Inov-8. The rubber stud tread has an aggressive byte and is made of a "sticky" rubber for optimal grip. The Ropetec and protection edge provides great protection in the ropes. Also, the upper is made of a lightweight material, this makes the X-Talon especially suitable as a competition shoe. The fit is narrow, but due to the supple upper it does not pinch.