C1 crampons or spikes?

[simon-b]

Hello everyone.

I'm planning to climb some southern Munros between 4 and 11 May, avalanche forecasts permitting. The only crampons I have are C2, but my B2 boots badly need a re-sole, and I won't be able to get this done in time. I do have a pair of B1 boots, and a pair of B0. So purchasing C1 crampons, or a pair of spikes, would be options. Hills on the agenda include Ben More and Stob Binnein, Cruach Ardrain and Beinn Tulaichean, the Cairn Mairg 4, Ben Challum, and An Caisteal, Beinn a'Chroin and Beinn Chabhair.

More snow is likely to fall next week. Given the possible conditions on these mountains, would people recommend that I buy C1 crampons, or should I go with a pair of spikes? Or is it particularly likely that I'll need neither?

Thanks.

[brpro26]

I'm going to suggest you get micro spikes. Either Kahtoola(which I've used and are great) or what I'd probably buy if given a second chance the Pogu spikes, much the same as the Kahtoolas but have a nice velcro strap across the top. Search for them on Amazon, there both about the same price £45.
Unless you're going vertical then they should see you alright.

[simon-b]

Thanks, brpro.