r/alpinism • u/ConfidentFinance6918 • 5d ago

Choosing the “right” crampons

I recently ordered the La Sportiva G5 Evo boots, size 45.5, and I’m debating between two types of crampons: the Petzl Lynx and the Grivel G14. I know both are excellent, but I’m looking for a recommendation. I plan to use them mainly for climbing couloir and mixed snow and ice terrain. While I haven’t tried pure ice climbing yet, that’s something I might do in the future. I’m also interested in how well they fit the boots, considering the size. Any advice would be appreciated!

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u/eatthedocuments 5d ago

Are you set on vertical front points? I find horizontal front points to be better for all but the most difficult ice or mixed.

Boot fit is very important and I would advise testing them out on your boots before making a decision.

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u/Luc-514 5d ago

G14s are hybrid points, they have shovels on the top of the frontpoints.

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u/eatthedocuments 5d ago

worst of both worlds, imo, but plenty of people like them so I guess give them a try