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B2 boots cover most 4,000-metre routes: what the B1/B2/B3 ratings really mean, single vs double, and how to match boots to crampons.
50–65 cm suits most mountaineers: how to size an ice axe to your height and terrain, plus classic vs technical types and materials.
12 points, three binding types, one rule: match the crampon to your boot. A practical guide to picking crampons for glacier and alpine routes.
±2–3% accuracy is the clinical bar (IEC 60601-1) — compare 5 fingertip and wearable models for cold, battery life, and readability above 4,000 m.
4,810m is the summit, and 12 weeks is the training window: a week-by-week plan, preparatory ascents, and the O₂ levels to expect near the top.
