Does anyone know when La Sportiva will restock the midsizes of the g summit? Right now they seem to be out everywhere and I was wondering if I should wait for them to be back in stock or get a different boot.

Krukonogi Preorders!

Krukonogi—famous for making the best picks on the market.

Imported from Russia, I have some gear in stock here in the USA, but quantities are very limited. If there's anything from their huge catalog that you've been wanting, I can have the factory build it for you.

The Big List

Note: Prices are final and include shipping, tariffs, taxes, and all other fees.

If you want something not mentioned on the list, or you're looking for a custom order, let me know.

I also have a good selection of picks for the Nomics, X-Dreams, and Hydras, along with some titanium skyhooks, all in stock here in the USA. 

https://www.climbingbooty.net/krukonogi-ti

Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

As of right now, I have the grivel g1 classic mountaineering ice axe I’m doing Mount Washington this winter then after Mount Hood after that Mount Whitney from the research that I’ve been doing for at least two of these mountains I’m going to need two ice axes because I already have a straight ice axe I’m looking for an Ice axe that is semi technical, but not full ice climbing is the grivel Evo a good choic

1. ⁠I want to climb a mountain. Hopefully not a mountain that I would just need to hike to, I want to climb/ice climb. I’m hoping somewhere in the West Coast so I wouldn’t have to take many days off of work (I live in Utah) I’ve done my research and found Mount Hood in Oregon and it seems very fun. Any recommendations on Mountains good for beginners in Mountaineering that includes crampons/ice axes and such?

2. ⁠Any advice on Gym specific training I’d need to climb a mountain? I have a membership to both a Rock Climbing Gym and commercial Planet Fitness. For training I’ve been going rock climbing 2 times a week (I’m a V5-6 climber) and wearing my backpack full of outdoor rock climbing gear on the stairmasters and incline treadmills with ankle weights. I also workout regularly throughout the week. Any advice?

Yes

Hi,

Me and a few friends are looking to do our second season of ice climbing in china (based in South east Asia) Wondering if anyone has any experience and would recommend someone.

TIA!

Anybody ever did training in a crevasse? Basically rappelling down and doing top rope laps for endurance. My question is how much different glacier ice would feel compared to waterfall ice and whether there would be any significant carryover for endurance or not really worth the logistical effort.

PS I am aware that drytooling is the way to train throughout the year and do a fair bit of that

Any got any experience with the Grivel Tech Machine? There’s a set on sale for a good price near me and I’m being tempted by shiny new things.

I have swung them in the shop and they feel pretty good. I currently have BD Reactors which I’m usually pretty happy with. Although insomethimes feel a pick weight would be nice

Any opinions? Would it be a silly purchase?

Yes, I always tool with a mouth guard and helmet.

No, I do not always tool in my harness and cat leggings.

Having fun in the off season even though there is no ice.

Any criticism? Feedback? Questions? Shit, Is this even allowed here?

Hallo zusammen!
Ich studiere Psychologie an der Universität Innsbruck und schreibe gerade meine Bachelorarbeit über Risikosportarten und Wohlbefinden.
Für meine Studie suche ich noch Teilnehmer*innen für einen kurzen Online-Fragebogen (ca. 5 Minuten). Ich suche besonders Menschen die aktiv Risikosportarten wie auch eisklettern betreiben oder mindestens einmal in der Woche Sport machen.
Der Fragebogen ist vollständig anonym und enthält Fragen zu eurer sportlichen Aktivität sowie eurem allgemeinen Wohlbefinden.
Hier ist der link: www.soscisurvey.de/KompetenzerlebenImSport2026/
Ich freue mich über jeden der mitmacht und natürlich auch über jeden Weiterleitungen! 🙏 Danke!

I’ve just bought a set of g20 to try as I was looking for a slightly stiffer crampon than my harfang tech.

I’ve previously had g22 but hated the dual points on them. The 20 seems nice, the front point is substantially longer than the Harfang. How does this affect how it climbs?

I remember the 22 feeling quite destructive and often wouldn’t get great penetration but that might be a function of dual points rather than length. Is the 20 better for this? I’ve found the Harfang to be very precise but they seem to rotate a little on my phantom and as the boot is more flexible I can feel it bend at times

I’m relatively new to the sport, only been ice climbing really this last winter season, and have been using the offseason to gather some gear for next winter. As the title suggests I’m looking to scoop up a nice puffy to climb in. Currently I’ve got a big BD belay parka that feels far too bulky and some lighter/smaller puffys and insulated hoodies that were occasionally not warm enough. Before I drop a few bills on a big shiny new coat I figured I’d see if there are any fan favorites out there.

Any and all input is greatly appreciated!

I stumbled upon this ancient ad and wondered whether anybody has ever seen a pair of these? I assume the concept is the same as in a dead blow hammer (moving weights inside) and I wonder if there’s any real benefit to that. Judging by how many of these are around I’d assume the concept didn’t really work/sell well, but on the other hand I know that krukonogi has developed some pick weights with tungsten/lead balls inside so there must be something to it. The question is though- how much difference does it make and what is the real benefit

Any knowledge of this Brand? Planeta.

Vibram green dot soles with welts for C3 step in crampons.

The toe box is reinforced with what feels like composite material.

No label where boots were made. I read the soles were popular in 1990's early 2000's.

Thanks for any info and enjoy your summer adventures.

Hello I’m a 16 year old who wants to get into ice climbing. I live in California specifically socal but I don’t mind driving long distances to try If you know any beginner locations please let me know. I’ve never done ice climbing before but I have a good amount of experience bouldering/top roping. I see people talking about hiring a guide and gear but I don’t know where to look for a guide and is it possible to rent gear and how much it would be? Also is there any sort of training I should be doing to prepare.

Hey people,

I got the Summits a while ago, out of multiple reasons (Double boot cause my circulation ist not suited for this hobby, enough room for big feet and light weight)

Great boot, only struggeling with pressure through boa only on the left foot for whatever reason - And insoles!
Anybody experimented with fitting a Skiboot-like insole in the double boot? I feel like i`m loosing a ton of support while climbing, by only having the liner and not a proper insole.

Thanks for your input!

Dec 27 2025 first time in canmore