Ibex Shak Lite FZ Sport: Frontcountry Function
What started as a gift from a client that I planned only to wear out of courtesy, inadvertently became my go-to layer for climbing, skiing… Read More »Ibex Shak Lite FZ Sport: Frontcountry Function
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C.A.M.P. XLC Nanotech Crampons
But once I gave them a chance, trusting that the steel front points on the aluminum body would hold up, I found that the XLC… Read More »C.A.M.P. XLC Nanotech Crampons
Rab Latok Pants: Solid Where It Matters
When I look for winter pants I think of two words, “waterproof” and “hardshell.” Some of you (probably people who only ski powder, don’t break… Read More »Rab Latok Pants: Solid Where It Matters
Nemo Espri 2P Tent: Shelter From (Most) Storms
The Espri is exceptionally light for a double-wall, with a simple set-up and take-down. And though it’s advertised as a backpacking tent, I suspected it… Read More »Nemo Espri 2P Tent: Shelter From (Most) Storms
Metolius Ultralight Offset TCU: Configured For Constriction
Adding these cams to my collection has made my trad rack much more versatile; they absolutely excelled in the granite cracks of Mont Blanc and… Read More »Metolius Ultralight Offset TCU: Configured For Constriction
Feathered Friends Hummingbird Sleeping Bag: No Spooning Necessary
The Hummingbird’s size and weight are that of a light, minimalist bag (I’ve eaten burritos that were bigger). However, the conservative twenty-degree temperature rating, overstuffed… Read More »Feathered Friends Hummingbird Sleeping Bag: No Spooning Necessary
Scarpa Gecko Guide: Lizard-Like Traction
A finely crafted approach shoe should handle the approach and descent, sure. But it should also allow you to step into 5.fun terrain without hesitation.… Read More »Scarpa Gecko Guide: Lizard-Like Traction
Montbell Super Spiral Down Sleeping Bag: Luxury in Orange
This bag is pure luxury, but if you’re into the whole ultra-light minimalist scene, you’ll probably be disappointed.
Goal0 Sherpa 50 Adventure Kit: Charges Everything
I had owned and eventually broken six solar-powered battery chargers when I started using Goal0’s Sherpa 50 Adventure Kit. No piece of the system ever… Read More »Goal0 Sherpa 50 Adventure Kit: Charges Everything
Ueli Steck Special Edition Titanium Knife: Sometimes Useful
Ueli’s tool has a function for every piece of gear in my backcountry quiver: a sixty-five millimeter blade, file, hexagonal keys, flat- and Phillips-head screwdriver,… Read More »Ueli Steck Special Edition Titanium Knife: Sometimes Useful
C.A.M.P. Speed Helmet: The Lightest Lid
Helmets can be so top heavy the straps can’t hold them in position. You look back at your partner and his frontal lobe is shining… Read More »C.A.M.P. Speed Helmet: The Lightest Lid
Wild Country Rockcentrics: Flexible Not Stiff
The trade-off with the smaller Rockcentrics versus wired hexes is strength, flexibility and weight at the cost of a couple inches of reach. But that… Read More »Wild Country Rockcentrics: Flexible Not Stiff