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Hello,

I'm new to this forum, I registered because I have a couple of questions, if you can help me

Here's the thing. I enjoy hiking in the mountains but I only started recently (directly conquering peaks, before I just wandered a bit). This weekend I was on two peaks, Rodica and Črna Prst. It's fine and the view is great too, but I got a bit bored - I wanted to stray from the path and go straight over the rocks (I only wanted that, no misunderstanding). So, I want a bit more adrenaline so I'm looking for a more demanding route. I have in mind the Silva Koren route on Krn. But let me clarify, I've never been on a path with cables and pegs. Steep and demanding terrain isn't foreign to me as a hunter, rocks are a bit more unfamiliar, although I like climbing, but I don't like very demanding climbing walls without protection. Of course I'd get a via ferrata set and helmet before going on this route.

I'm wondering if this is suitable/smart for a beginner? My opinion is I can always turn around and go back if it doesn't work.

Thanks for the tips.

I was looking at this one:
http://www.iglusport.si/komplet-samovarovalni-taja

But first helmet, then the rest.

Right, first time I tried it, it's something new for me. When I was little the seatbelt in the car annoyed me too, now that I'm used to it there are no more problems.

What happened to me on Gradiška was that I didn't monitor what was happening with the clips but focused on climbing and it often "yanked me back", so I had to go back a bit to clip.

Nothing serious, I expect the "problem" will resolve with practice.

Well, I'm not used to it and didn't even look, but I concentrated on climbing and it yanked me back often.
I didn't say it's wrong. Just my whim.

There'll be time to get used to it.

No, yesterday we went on Gradiška Tura, the feeling is phenomenal. Pure enjoyment, although the "climbing part" was very short. The self-belay kit is also OK, though I have to say that after a while it got a bit annoying because the pitons are placed so densely that you have to clip every 2 steps.

For later, I'll see how and what. Next month the guide with whom I went to Gradiška has a guided ascent to Visoka Ponca, I'll probably join that.
Meanwhile, I'll try to go somewhere else, of course if the weather is good.

We'll see how it goes, Thu/Fri something brewing weather-wise, hope it works...

Small update if anyone's interested in how I'm progressing:

Today I met a gentleman who is a guide at the local mountaineering club. We chatted a bit, he showed me the self-belay system and how to use it.
We agreed that if the weather is good, we'll go this week on Gradiška Tura so I get a bit of a feel for how it is in the rocks and so the gentleman can see how I behave in the rocks or at height.

No, anyway, some here obviously have an allergy to beginners, so for now best thanks to all who helped me with your advice and knowledge. If I need anything else, I'll check in.

Lp

Well, if someone doesn't believe me I can easily take a selfie and attach a pic with the bros...

Am, what's this about? What duplicated profile?

Well, besides LS, regarding high boots, I also have older Planika Forester which are very comfortable but quite worn-out and pretty soft...

Brother has Alpina Tibet, I'll borrow them to see how they fit me.

I have another question, namely what shoes would you recommend to me?

Currently using Mammut Redburn Pro Men which I really like, only problem is that after a while the balls of my feet start hurting badly. I'll try solving the problem with other insoles and socks.

For tougher terrain I have La Sportiva Nepal Evo GTX which are excellent, just a bit clumsy for nice paths and quite warm in summer.

Good experiences also with Garmont and Merrell brands.
Any advice (brand, model, high / low)?
Thanks

From the starting point (Planika Kuk) I'm about 30 min drive by car.

Regarding these "cabled and pegged" routes, the thing is that on pics and videos it doesn't look too hard. And if additionally protected, I really don't see what could go wrong (in terms of fall/skid, assuming good conditions, nice dry weather).

On the other hand, I know well that many accidents happen in mountains so it's not trivial. One thing is looking at pics and videos, another is being there and actually climbing/ascending. To be honest, my self-confidence worries me a bit.

That's why I asked if I should go on such a trip, as I think that way I'd get the best impression if I'm ready or able to tackle such a route, or if I should avoid such routes for a while.

I know giving such advice is a bit awkward, since I doubt anyone here knows my abilities and experience and behavior in terrain (probably not even myself 100%). I figure an experienced alpinist can quickly see (on a trip of course) if someone is suitable or used to specific terrain or not.

So I should avoid all routes marked very demanding?

http://www.hribi.net/izlet/planina_kuk_vrh_nad_skrbino_cez_skrbino/1/698/1243

Starting point for this is very close to me too, but I guess it's too demanding for me?

Thanks

Still smarter to ask here than go straight into the walls...