Maxim Apogee 9.1 70m Rope: Stands Up to Abuse
I had initially stayed away from using longer ropes due to their weight and bulk. The Apogee, at 9.1mm, dispenses with this concern, but its… Read More »Maxim Apogee 9.1 70m Rope: Stands Up to Abuse
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Petzl e+lite: For Emergencies and Every Day
The luggage gods are not kind. Multiple times, when traveling internationally, I’ve had to wait days for my luggage to catch up with me. I’m… Read More »Petzl e+lite: For Emergencies and Every Day
Rab Power Stretch Grip Glove: Almost Too Sticky!
This lightweight glove packs a punch for as light as it is and as well as it climbs. Had the temperatures been more normal in… Read More »Rab Power Stretch Grip Glove: Almost Too Sticky!
Arc’teryx Dually Belay Parka: Avoiding Wetness for Winter Warmth
When I first heard of a new truly hydrophobic (no water absorbtion) synthetic belay parka called the Dually Belay Parka from Arc’teryx, I was sure… Read More »Arc’teryx Dually Belay Parka: Avoiding Wetness for Winter Warmth
Grivel G12 Crampons: Do-It-All Spikes
Anyone who has exited from the top of the Aiguille du Midi ice cave to descend the narrow ridge leading into the Vallee Blanche above… Read More »Grivel G12 Crampons: Do-It-All Spikes
Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket: No Water, No Weight
The search for the perfect multi-season jacket is exasperating–it has to perform well in various temperatures and conditions yet pack well, weigh nothing and (most… Read More »Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket: No Water, No Weight
Rab Neutrino Endurance Jacket: An Alpinist’s Dream Come True
Sometimes first impressions are hard to shake, and I tried not to let my first impression of the Rab Neutrino Endurance jacket influence this review.… Read More »Rab Neutrino Endurance Jacket: An Alpinist’s Dream Come True
FiveTen Camp 4 Approach Shoes: Sturdy and Steadfast
My go-to approach shoe for three years has been the La Sportiva Exum Ridge. Sturdy yet nimble, stealthy enough for talus-hopping but rugged enough to… Read More »FiveTen Camp 4 Approach Shoes: Sturdy and Steadfast
Metolius Monster Rope: Worth the Weight
When you hear the name “Monster,” it may conjure visions of a huge, ugly beast. Or for all you movie buffs it might bring a… Read More »Metolius Monster Rope: Worth the Weight
MSR 22″ Lightning Ascent Snowshoes: Strong Like Bull
Let’s begin with an understanding. If given the choice either to snowshoe or ski on an approach, I am going to pick skis every time.… Read More »MSR 22″ Lightning Ascent Snowshoes: Strong Like Bull
Black Diamond C3 Camalots: Four-Season Approval
I was looking forward to getting a set of Black Diamond’s new C3 cams since I first saw the prototypes, and when I did, they… Read More »Black Diamond C3 Camalots: Four-Season Approval
Therm-a-Rest Prolite 4: You’ll Want to Carry It
I used the cushy Therm-a-Rest Prolite 4 this summer in the Wind River Range of Wyoming, where I was guiding Gannett Peak for Jackson Hole… Read More »Therm-a-Rest Prolite 4: You’ll Want to Carry It