A mountaineer’s is only as good as his footwear. After all you are going to be walking more than a couple miles in these shoes! Mountaineering boots play a vital role in everything from supporting heavy packs to gripping securely across terrains and keeping the foot protected from the elements. K2 Base Camp’s range of men’s mountaineering shoes includes the best from La Sportiva, exclusively available in Brisbane.
How do you choose mountaineering boots?
When choosing mountaineering boots for your next adventure, consider the terrain you will be in. What kind of climbing will you be doing? This will impact the kind of shoes you will need. Our mountain climbing footwear is extremely versatile and can be used on all types of adventures including ice climbing, mixed climbing, crevasse traverse and more. It’s also important to consider the weight of your boot for the trek and how it may affect the speed of your journey.
Watch this video to learn more about picking the right boot for your adventure.
How do you wear climbing shoes and mountaineering boots?
Like any pair of new shoes, it is important to wear in your mountaineering boots before you take them on your next adventure! To wear in your mountaineering boots, try wearing them around the house with the same hiking socks you will be wearing on the trail. You can even walk around the block regularly to slowly wear them in and allow them to better mould to your foot.
Once you have done this, you could try taking them on a micro-adventure to test them on a small trail before your hard-hitting hikes. This should only be a 3km to 4km trail. Test them in varying conditions and on different terrains. Finally, we encourage taking your mountaineering boots on a full-day adventure to break them in before any bigger trips!
Explore K2 Base Camp’s range of men and women’s mountaineering boots online or in-store now for all your outdoor equipment needs! Our in-store experts are also on hand talk you through everything you need to ensure you are prepped for a safe and enjoyable alpine adventure.