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BD Serac with hybrid binding

BD Serac with hybrid binding

I‘ve got the BD Serac Crampons with clip in the back and basket in the front. They do have holes though to add the bar to make them fully auto. What would prevent me from doing so? I’ve read online it doesn‘t work? Will the attachment from the basket be in the way? Seems like there should be space?

u/GlumTeaching2788 — 7 days ago

How is my setup for a multi month trip to chile and argentina from november to february? Up to which heights and down to what temperature is my gear sufficient? I don't have a specific itinerary or objectives yet, but would like to tackle my first 6k if possible with this gear.

Upper:

  • 3 layer goretex jacket 
  • merino longsleeve 200g/m2
  • thin fleece jacket (Columbia - Klamath Range II Half Zip)
  • primaloft jacket (patagonia nano air)
  • thin down pullover (patagonia AlpLight down) 
  • thick down jacket (patagonia Fitz Roy)

Lower:

  • 3 layer goretex pants
  • softshell pants gore windblocker (TNF - Summit Chamlang Softshell Pant) 
  • isolation pants (Stoic - Mountain Wool 60)
  • merino long underwear 200g/m2

Boots: Scarpa Phantom Tech 

Miscellaneous:

  • Balaclava
  • Merino Buff thick + thin
  • 2x Thick Expedition Socks (Smartwool Mountaineer Max Cushion Tall Crew)
  • 4x Medium Hiking sock 
  • fleece gloves
  • waterproof gloves (Sealskinz All Weather Glove Insulated)
  • thick mittens (Mountain Equipment - Mountain Mitt)

Camping gear:

  • Tent: MSR Remote 2
  • Sleeping bag: Mountain Eqiupment Helium 600 
  • Sleeping pad: Thermarest Neo Air X Lite + Z Pad
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u/GlumTeaching2788 — 18 days ago

I always thought loft was the main/only factor influencing warmth. I got my girlfriend a Rab Electron Pro jacket, which according to the reviews I read is supposed to be sufficient for -10°C. It is not nearly as lofty as my Patagonia Fitz Roy though which should cover about the same temperature range - how does that work?

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u/GlumTeaching2788 — 18 days ago

I got some used Scarpa Phantom Techs that look in really good condition. Only wear is the frontal part of the sole. Should I get them resoled before going on a longer trip with them?

u/GlumTeaching2788 — 27 days ago