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Spikes and Crampons: Essential Companions for Your Winter Adventures

When temperatures drop and paths become slippery, spikes and crampons are indispensable equipment for every outdoor enthusiast. But what exactly are spikes and crampons, and how do they differ? In this blog post, you will learn everything you need to know to be safe and well-equipped through the winter.

What are spikes and crampons?

Spikes are small metal studs attached to the underside of your shoes to provide extra grip on icy and snow-covered surfaces. They are lightweight, easy to attach, and ideal for daily use in the city or on light hikes.

Crampons , on the other hand, are a more robust version of spikes. They consist of a frame with multiple spikes that are attached under the shoes. Crampons offer more stability and are designed for more demanding conditions such as mountain hiking, trekking, and trail running.

Benefits of Spikes and Crampons

Increased Safety: Both spikes and crampons significantly reduce the risk of falling by providing better grip on slippery surfaces.
Versatility: While spikes are ideal for everyday use and light hikes, crampons provide the necessary stability for more demanding outdoor activities.
Easy Handling: Both products are easy to attach and remove, allowing you to quickly respond to changing conditions.

Application Tips

Choose the right size: Make sure that the spikes or crampons fit your shoes well. At Alpin Loacker, you will find a wide selection of sizes and models.
Regular Inspection: Regularly check the condition of your spikes and crampons to ensure they are still safe and functional.
Proper Storage: Store your spikes and crampons in a sturdy pack bag after use to protect them from damage.

Conclusion

Whether for daily use or demanding winter hikes - with spikes and crampons from Alpin Loacker, you are well-equipped. Discover our range and find the perfect companions for your next adventures.

Admittedly, the word "gaiters" sounds a little old -fashioned at first and probably reminds of vigorous pensioners. But appearance is deceptive. If you value dry feet & legs all year round, ultra-light hiking gaiters are an absolute must-have and a valuable addition to your equipment on all trekking tours. Bet that you never want to miss them again if you know the advantages?

What do you need gaiters to hike?

Just like good hiking shoes and functional clothing, gaiters are part of the basic equipment when hiking. They reliably protect your legs from moisture, snow and mud.

From now on, ticks and other pests no longer have a target area. Outdoor gaps enable you maximum freedom & protection-even without boots and rain pants.

In summer you are protected from moisture and mud without overheating. In winter you can enjoy cozy warmth thanks to the additional insulation. Wet feet and legs are now a thing of the past when hiking and trekking.

Buy gaiters for hiking: What do I have to pay attention to?

There are also big differences in gaiters. Therefore, you should definitely take the following factors into account when buying:

1. Weather

So -called snow gaiters are gaiters for hiking in winter. They are usually relatively thick and bulky to ensure the necessary protection.

Raingaurs, on the other hand, are more intended for hiking in summer. Due to the thin material, they do not offer you additional protection against cold.

So that you don't need the right equipment for every season, we have ours Mountain Gaiters developed. They are designed for year -round use and offer you absolute water resistance with maximum breathability.

So your legs and feet remain perfectly protected from moisture and mud at every temperature - without overheating!

2. Material

The material used decides on the quality of the hiking gaps. We therefore rely on a sustainable and robust material composition with low output for maximum durability. Thanks to the PFC-free ECO impregnation, we can guarantee you high breathability (10,000 mm) and water column (20,000 mm).

3. Height

So that gaiters can offer you optimal wet protection when hiking, they should be high enough and complete both on the leg and on the foot. Our models have an optimal length to optimally protect your legs.

Thanks to our unique system, consisting of an extra wide Velcro fastener, an additional clamping closure and the adjustable TPU straps, our Mountain Gainers can be individually adjusted.

4. Weight

You should also consider the weight when choosing. The easier the gaiters, the better. Because: Who needs a block on the leg? Therefore, gaiters are for hiking Alpin Loacker ultra light. Per couple (!) Put just 179 g on the scales. That is less than 90 g per gailer!

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How do I correct the hiking gaiters?

Thanks to the low weight and minimal pack size, you can easily stow the gaiters in your backpack and put on when necessary.

We're like this:

When putting on the hiking gaps, the Velcro fasteners must be on your leg. The opening points forward.
Adjust the clamping closure on the shaft (above) so that the hiking gaiters are flush, but do not cut in when running.
Now you can close the Velcro fastener. Make sure that the fabric is well located inside.
Then place the buckles of the ristrime on the outside of your foot so as not to accidentally step on it when hiking.
Finally, set the giant strap length so that the gailer ends flush with your shoe. This is the only way to penetrate wetness from below.

How do I find the right size?

Finding the right size is not difficult. You can simply orientate yourself on your regular shoe size at our outdoorgauras.

Our range includes Two sizes:

Size M (shoe size 35-40)
and size L (shoe size 41–46).

Thanks to the sophisticated adjustment system, you can adapt the gaiters to your leg shape when hiking.

Can you wash hiking gaps in the washing machine?

Hiking gaiters have to endure a lot. Especially when you protect your legs and shoes from mud and mud, you can see the work approach.

You can remove slight pollution with a soft cloth.
In the event of heavy dirt, the hiking gaps can also be washed in the washing machine.

If possible, use the outdoor program or select delicacies. If you choose special outdoor detergent with subsequent impregnation, you will enjoy your hiking gaiters for a long time.

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