spotly Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 My Garmont Towers haved served me well over the last several years though a few winter ascends left my toes somewhat cold whenever I'd stop for too long. I figured they'd be plenty good enough for a run up Rainier in June but mt partner, who's been up it several times insists I'd be better served with plastics. I can't afford to pay for plastics for a single trip so I'd be stuck with whatever REI rents, which are the Asolo AFS Evoluzione. These things look like they'd make for a miserable approach. Anyone here used theses? How about the Garmonts - good enough for June up Rainier (wheather dependent of course)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genepires Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 if your forcast is fine, then your garmonts are probably fine too. (especially if you have been using them in the winter) If the weather is not fine, stay at home. If you are concerned about the temps, look into getting supergators glued onto the garmonts. I don't know about the asolo boots, but koflach boots are not too bad for hiking in. If you decide you need to rent, I would look around for them. That may be difficult as they no longer distribute them in the states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpinfox Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Gene is right, you will likely be fine on Rainier in June with uninsulated boots if you have good weather, but an insulated boot would probably be a better choice. If you do decide to go with your Towers, waterproof them up well before the trip. A gaiter or inulated supergaiter (like Gene suggested) would be a great idea to keep the boots drier and maybe even add a little insulation. You can probably get a good pair of insulated leather boots at second ascent for ~ $100. I don't know if Spokane area has an equivalent. I have limited experience with plastic boots, but that's all it took to let me know I don't like them. Heavy, uncomfortable, clumsy, and would probably require different crampons than whatever you are currently using on your Towers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spotly Posted February 25, 2009 Author Share Posted February 25, 2009 I wondered about the crampons too. Both sets are strap-on. I'll look into the supergaiter. Sounds like a good backup plan that'll let me plan on the Towers either way. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJaso Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 I used the Garmont Epic Karbo on Rainier in June 06 and July 08. I've been as far as the Ingrahm Flats for a couple of days and had no problems at all. I used no gaiters either, but had them as an option. Next time I will pack no gaiters and just loop a cord around my heel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpinfox Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 The Towers are for sale, what did you get instead? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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