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The weight competition seems far too strong sometimes.
My Solomon, whilst been great, havent lasted that long.
Boots wise, still very happy with my Altberg pair, only downsize is the weight.
Finally ticked Snowdon off at the weekend too, can't say it felt like a particularly amazing climb but then again I might be a little spoilt coming off the Carpathian mountains in Romania.
Finally ticked Snowdon off at the weekend too, can't say it felt like a particularly amazing climb but then again I might be a little spoilt coming off the Carpathian mountains in Romania.
'Climb' is stretching things a bit for Snowdon....
Tryfan is much more fun, and the continuation up to Glyder Fach and onto the full horseshoe if you're up for it is great.
Yeah, wasn't even that excited before just felt like something to knock off the list. Definitely a lot more touristy than most things I've done but at least know the area a bit more now to do other things in the future.
Still a fair walk, way we did it was almost 22km and 1,300m of elevation gain, took the Watkin path back.
Still a fair walk, way we did it was almost 22km and 1,300m of elevation gain, took the Watkin path back.
Anyone any experience with the Scarpa Mojito? Looking for a shoe to replace my Salomon Ultra 3s. Looking for something for general outdoors wear but, something I could wear most days (and ability to re-sole is appealing).
In other news, think my knee is getting sorted now with new inserts provided by the podiatrist. Hoping to start working towards ML again.
In other news, think my knee is getting sorted now with new inserts provided by the podiatrist. Hoping to start working towards ML again.
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Off to Scotland next week, few days in the Cairngorms, then over to Skye, using hostels and club huts (then my folks place). Hoping to do lots of big mountain multi-pitch climbs, but if it's too cold then just sticking to mountaineering routes.
Been waiting for some big mountain time all summer, can't wait. Treated myself to some Mountain Equipment kinesis trousers to go with the jacket I got a while back, I am a total convert to soft-shell gear, makes such a huge difference when you're working hard to not get sweated up, and the latest fabrics can take a hell of a soaking before you get wet.
Been waiting for some big mountain time all summer, can't wait. Treated myself to some Mountain Equipment kinesis trousers to go with the jacket I got a while back, I am a total convert to soft-shell gear, makes such a huge difference when you're working hard to not get sweated up, and the latest fabrics can take a hell of a soaking before you get wet.
you use walking poles for descents especially ? I got some thin sorbothane insoles for mountain boots and use thicker version to replace those in running shoes,
I don't know if other brands are as effective.
are they insulated - some fleecy inside .. still looking to replace some polartec type trousers (sprayway) that are worn to death especially around harness, but don't inhibit movement,
powerflex tights are a bit too tighty.
Yeah they're insulated, a soft fleecy lining, windproof DWR outer. Stretchy, light....big step up from the Montane Terra Mission I had before....which are still decent, but don't breathe as well, weigh twice as much, and don't stretch.
Kinesis Men's Pant | Synthetic Insulation | Mountain Equipment
With wind and water resistant HeliumAP outer fabric and a specially developed Octayarn Warp-knit lining the Kinesis Pants are both supremely functional and exceptionally comfortable. They’re equally practical worn alone or under a shell.
www.mountain-equipment.co.uk
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Scapa shoes are very good
I don't just buy shoes for walking or running , I make sure I get fitted properly
I don't just buy shoes for walking or running , I make sure I get fitted properly
Got the Crux, Mescalito Mid, Charmoz, and Mont Blanc Pro.Tried a few Scarpa and didn't like them at all, my biggest ever mistake was getting some Mantas that felt alright in the shop and arrive the house. But horrendous after a few hours of hiking.
Mammut seem to fit my feet well so far. It's a pain getting new shoes/boots. Always a risk they'll be issues after a few hours.
Mammut seem to fit my feet well so far. It's a pain getting new shoes/boots. Always a risk they'll be issues after a few hours.
they are four season apparently ? for fixed crampons, scarpa invernos I have wouldn't be too comfortable on a jaunt up snowdon.
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Scarpa running shoes - hmmh did consider north face / scarpa trail shoes for the vibram aspect, but the cushioning versus my Asics was an unknown, as an approach shoe probably good.
Yeah I wore them a few times when doing winter hikes, they're a B2 boot.
I need to get some walking poles and stop thinking it makes me a lesser walker!
Cheers everyone for Scarpa recommendations. I’ve tried them before and happy with fit bit, wanted to check their longevity.
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I would also recommended poles. It only takes a couple of outings to get used to them in my experience, and I would not be without them now. Really help take a bit of the impact out of downhill bits, as well as helping propel you uphill, balance on loose ground and crossing streams etc.
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Haha, wait till you get to Skye and you'll see how well those softshell hold up
I had the same. luckily I wore mine in the snow as after 5km they wrecked both my heels. The problem is a lot of places don't stock half sizes so if you're between then it's really an expensive foot killer.
My walk didn't really put any wear on the boots so I was able to put the tag back on and take them back. Judge me as you will for that, but I swapped them out for some mammut magic high gtx. They've been up to 6354m - I wouldn't go that high with them again as I had to keep wiggling my topes for circulation but I'd say they handled the limit, despite the ISO standard claim they're good for -25, they really arent. I've never had any problems with them in UK winters and the way they lock the heel in is really good.
I've been in some cold environments and I've always just used base layer bottoms, with pants like ME ibex or montane terra over the top, and rab firewall overtrousers over them to offer the best flexability. I find my legs don't get as hot, and you can be a lot more flexible then. fleesy pants I end up sweating in, are a lot heavier and bulier, so don't pack as well.
When you're in the mountains it can often be fine weather until you hit the snowline, so wearing fleese lined would be too hot and carrying them in a pack would be inconvenient