Steve Romeo

I am psyched that winter is on its way, so I can start using the Marmot Lithium Sleeping Bag again. Before I received this sack,… Read More »Marmot Lithium Sleeping Bag

We have just received some samples of the new Exposure packs from Osprey. The haulers look nicely built with lightweight materials and many of the… Read More »Osprey Exposure Backpacks

Mammut is well known for making very nice climbing ropes and the Infinity 9.5mm is no exception. It fits the bill perfectly as many climbers… Read More »Mammut Infinity 9.5mm Rope

The Mammut Courmayeur Pant is our choice over the popular Champ due to it’s reinforced patches over the knees, seat and cuff. They add durability… Read More »Mammut Courmayeur Pants

It took me a while, but I have finally collected a bunch of Mammut Dyneema 8mm slings. You definitely notice the reduction in bulk and… Read More »Mammut Dyneema 8mm Slings

The Trango S EVO GTX is just as much a boot as it is a mouthful to say. It is one of the most versatile… Read More »La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX

I had a pair of these sticky rubber shoes last summer; I think I ran up the Grand Teton in them as well. These kicks… Read More »Vasque Pingoras

While not the lightest or warmest insulating layer on the market, the Redpoint Optimus from The North Face shines as an extremely versatile piece. It… Read More »The North Face Redpoint Optimus Jacket

There is a reason the Ecrin Roc is the most rented helmet in the world: it is nearly indestructible (more than we can say for… Read More »Petzl Ecrin Roc Helmet

MSR’s Titan cookware feels like it’s not even there when it’s in your pack, which is just what the titanium is supposed to do. These… Read More »Mountain Safety Research Titan Cookware

MSR, Minimal…Simple…Reliable…, these are all words that come to mind when describing the Superfly from Mountain Safety Research. This lightweight (4.6 oz) torch will provide… Read More »Mountain Safety Research SuperFly Stove

The Mountain Hardwear EV2 tent is so high tech, when I’m in it, I feel as if I am in the space shuttle. With its… Read More »Mountain Hardwear EV2 Tent