La Sportiva G2 Evo: The Trail Shoe That Survived the Olympic Traverse Cole Hartman | Senior Gear Reviewer | Former Wildland Firefighter The Short Answer The La Sportiva G2 Evo is a powerhouse of a trail shoe designed for the rugged, muddy, and technical terrain found across the Pacific Northwest. After subjecting this shoe to…
La Sportiva G2 Evo: The Technical Footwear Choice for Pacific Northwest Rain By Cole Hartman Cole Hartman is a former wildland firefighter with over a decade of experience operating in the rugged terrain of the Pacific Northwest. His background includes leading fire line crews through steep, wet, and unstable conditions, giving him a unique perspective…
Lowa Alpine Pro GTX: The Heavy Hitter for Pacific Northwest Winter Mountaineering By Cole Hartman Wildland Firefighter, 15-year backcountry guide, and PNW trail veteran. The Short Answer The Lowa Alpine Pro GTX is not a lightweight day-hiker; it is a serious mountaineering boot designed for the harsh, wet, and cold conditions that define the Pacific…
C1 vs C2 vs C3 Crampon Compatibility Explained for Trekking and Mountaineering Boots The Short Answer If you are standing in a gear shop right now trying to decide between the Scarpa Zodiac Plus GTX, La Sportiva Trango Tech GTX, Salewa Ortles Ascent Mid GTX, Arc’teryx Bora2 Mid GTX, Mammut Kento Advanced High GTX, or…
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