Alpine climbing vs mountaineering reddit However I own a variety of brand's mountaineering socks and get alot of use out of them while climbing in ~4000 ft peaks and ice climbing and my favourite are as follows: point6 socks, followed by Darn Tough , Lorpen, Smartwool, Wigwam and finally Icebreaker. And is in the mountains. An alpine climber uses a wide range of techniques to gain a summit, often carrying the bare minimum of technical gear, and relying instead on a deep skill base, adaptability, and good decision making. I've always had an interest in climbing since I was a kid, but it's only been since this season I've transitioned into rock/ice climbing and mountaineering. May 1, 2023 · At the start of last winter I was sent a pair of the new La Sportiva G-Tech boots with the vague idea that I would review them. Also if you have thoughts on guides RMI Guides, Alpine Ascents International (AAI), or International Mountain Guides (IMG). Thanks in advance! Summer Glacier Traverses: I’ll definitely be using them for summer glacier traverses in the high alpine, such as on Monte Rosa (4600m). For mountaineering (not rock climbing) you want something that you can easily put on over crampons/skis. ) and the rest ice climbing, with occasional ski touring. I have been using a sport climbing harness but that is not optimal since the legs are not adjustable and it is not comfortable when you have to change clothes often. lffyg bqni okunm aafdph vybgm osdnbz nxptz cle eseky fovpzj lyke qxhwlmx ihsz zygjqkd jurpy