La Sportiva G-Summit - Do They Work for UK Winter Climbers?

For UK winter mountaineering, however, decision making becomes more complex. The G-Summits are an excellent choice for challenging winter climbs, offering technical ability, warmth, durability, and the convenience of BOA lacing. If you frequently contend with cold feet (or your partner regularly subjects you to 2-3 hour belaying stints), investing in G-Summits might be justified. However, if cold isn't the overriding concern then that price tag is bound to start looking a bit off-putting. If you're looking for technical performance and the benefit of the BOA lacing and inbuilt gaiter, but have less need for out-and-out insulation, then the G-Tech would be an option  - especially considering the big cost saving. For me, climbing in G-Summits over the winter of 2023-24 was a great experience, and I'm looking forward to more of the same this coming season. All said though, I still carry a torch for the old G5 Evo, a boot that for me more effectively hit a Scottish sweet spot.