Mountain Boots - B1, B2, B3 explained!

This gives you some top tips on what to look for when selecting mountaineering boots; types, insulation, features, soles, etc. We outline what types of route are ideal for each style of boot (B1, B2, & B3), and things to look out for if you are considering a purchase, to ensure you pick the most suitable boots for your planned climbs. Whilst Icicle has an outdoor shop in Windermere, this isn't a sales video, but a information resource film to help you select the correct type of boots for your future climbs, and the pros and cons of different styles of boots. For further information, check out www.icicle.co.uk

[@rock_6022]

excellent video - thank you! Quick question. What crampon would you recommend for a B3 boot? Does it matter between C1, C2 and C3? Any general rule of thumb that should be followed when choosing a crampon for a boot? i.e. B3 with C3 or similar?

[@icicleUK]

@@rock_6022 Great question - a B3 boot will take any crampon type, but C1’s are typically flexible and the B3’s are rigid, so no the best match. A C2 like Grivel G12 crampons are ideal, and C3 crampons tend to be technical for ice climbs or hard mixed. So for your B3’s, look to ideally use C2 or C3 crampons

[@jeffgoucher6956]

Thanks mate, very helpful!
I'm going to Nepal to climb a couple trekking peaks ( Mera and Island) any recommendations?

[@icicleUK]

B3 boots definitely for these peaks!

[@hosoiarchives4858]

What was the 2nd boot?

[@icicleUK]

Hello, the second boot was the Sportiva Trango Tech GTX boot