5 SUMMER ACTIVITIES IN THE MOUNTAINS
A new Summer is starting and we are back to plan new adventures to try!
When planning your holidays, consider these five activities below and, of course, we link to each of them the best Asolo boots for the activity:
1. VIA FERRATA
The well-know “via ferrata” are equipped paths with steel cables, ladders and metal supports widespread mainly in the Dolomites, in the Alps but also in other parts of the world.
Remind to bring with you a small and technical backpack which lt you remain well balanced and comfortable during the activity and a pair of Eldo GV, the Asolo shoes specifically developed for technical approach and via ferrata.
ELDO GV
Best use: Light and agile boot designed for technical approach and day hikes.
UPPER: Technical seamless polyester
LINING: Gore Tex Extended Comfort Footwear
ANATOMIC FOOTBED: Asolo/Ortholite
SOLE: Asolo/Vibram AG with Mega Grip compound (rubber-Eva)
FIT: Man / Woman
WEIGHT: 291 (g) (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
SIZE: 7-12,5 UK / 4-8 UK
MADE: in Asia
RESOLING: The model can get resoled
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2. MOUNTAINEERING
Expert mountaineers usually prefere an alpine trekking in medium-sized mountains or mixed climbing, in the Alps or in Rocky Mountains, for example; this activity requires a specific equipment including ropes, harness, crampons and all they need for spending the night out, as well.
You will hike for multiple hours by carrying heavy loads on the back, expecially if you will sleep in the tent, and you will need specific and durable mountaineering boots which are compatible with the crampons: Asolo Freney EVO LTH GV is the right choice for you.
FRENEY EVO LTH GV
Best use: Alpine hiking, via ferrata and demanding treks with heavy packs.
UPPER: Water-resistant Perwanger leather 2,2-2,4 mm
LINING: Gore Tex Performance Comfort Footwear
LASTING BOARD: Asoflex Spiky in nylon and fiberglass
ANATOMIC FOOTBED: Lite 4
SOLE: Vibram 1229 Mulaz + shock resistant PU midsole + Eva in the heel area + TPU crampons insert
FIT: Man / Woman
WEIGHT: 761 (g) (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
SIZE: 7-12,5 UK / 4,5-8 UK
MADE: in Europe
RESOLING: The model can get resoled.
SUSTAINABILITY: The leather meets the standard by Oeko-Tex.
3. BACKPACKING
If you love adventures, you definitely have to try a backpacking trip in the mountains: a long-distance hiking may take from 4-5 days up to one or two weeks and you can choose among different routes all over in the world, based on your preferences and experience level.
The backpack is really important, it usually weights around 40-50 litres and it could include all the necessary for a multi-day trip or for camping life – if you will sleep in a tent. More, the right traction, support and protection on your feet is guaranteed by the Asolo Corax GV.
CORAX GV
Best use: Backpacking, trekking on technical terrains and long-distance hiking.
UPPER: Water-resistant Schoeller K-Tech and suede leather 1,6-1,8 mm
LINING: Gore Tex Performance Comfort Footwear
LASTING BOARD: Asoflex 00 MR
ANATOMIC FOOTBED: Lite 2
SOLE: Asolo/Vibram Master + mono-density microporouse midsole + dual color PU heel
FIT: Man / Woman
WEIGHT: 613 (g) (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
SIZE: 7-13 UK / 4,5-8 UK
MADE: in Europe
RESOLING: The model can get resoled.
SUSTAINABILITY: Contains leather from a tannery rated by the Leather Working Group (LWG)
4. HIKING
Hiking is the most typical activity to do in the mountains: you can reach a panoramic point, a mountain hut or the top of a mountain, but the landscape and the path always worth all the efforts of the ascent.
For a daily hiking you can use a backpack of around 30 litres with all the necessary for sunny or windy/rainy conditions, due to the mountains unpredictable climate and you can wear the Asolo Falcon EVO NBK GV boots.
FALCON EVO NBK GV
Best use: The boot has the ideal combination of durability and long-lasting comfort that make it ideal for hiking the trails and walking.
UPPER: Water-resistant Nubuck 1,3-1,5 mm
LINING: Gore Tex Extended Comfort Footwear
LASTING BOARD: Asoflex 00 SR Fast
ANATOMIC FOOTBED: Lite 2 plus
SOLE: Asolo/Vibram Omega with Mega Grip compound (rubber-dual density Eva)
FIT: Man / Woman
WEIGHT: 497 (g) (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
SIZE: 7-12,5 UK / 4-9 UK
MADE: in Europe
RESOLING: The model can get resoled.
SUSTAINABILITY: Contains leather from a tannery rated by the Leather Working Group (LWG)
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5. URBAN OUTDOOR
If you are not used to go the mountains, you can also enjoy the outdoor with an urban trekking, by travelling or daily walking around the city: you can plan an organized city tour or discover new places by getting lost all around.
A light and agile pair of shoes is what you need for your urban excursions: let’s discover together the low-cut model Space GV.
SPACE GV
Best use: Light hiking and summer-winter walking.
UPPER: Water-resistant suede leather 1,4-1,6 mm
LINING: Gore Tex Extended Comfort Footwear + leather collar
ANATOMIC FOOTBED: A-Sport
SOLE: Asolo/Vibram A-Sport with MegaGrip compound (rubber-Eva)
FIT: Man / Woman
WEIGHT: 329 (g) (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
SIZE: 7-13 UK / 4-9 UK
MADE: in Asia
RESOLING: The model can get resoled.
SUSTAINABILITY: Contains leather from a tannery rated by the Leather Working Group (LWG)