Microspikes: Choosing Winter Traction for Icy Trails
Microspikes: which ground they suit, the 15 to 20 degree limit, when to switch to crampons, boot fit, spike length and care after a walk.
Snowshoeing for Beginners: Gear, Technique and Safety
Snowshoeing for beginners: size snowshoes to your loaded weight, walk uphill and across slopes, read the avalanche scale and pack the right layers.
Approach Shoes, Which One to Pick for Your Terrain
Approach shoes: La Sportiva TX4 EVO, Scarpa Rapid XT, and Salewa Wildfire NXT, sole, weight, and terrain compared.
Hiking Boots: Salomon, Merrell, or Lowa Compared
Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX, Merrell Moab 3 GTX, or Lowa Renegade Evo GTX Mid: which hiking boots to choose in 2026, compared in detail.
