OR Zealot storm shell packs perfectly
This is an ultra light, incredibly compact and highly breathable storm shell that I found to be ideal for a variety of uses. Featuring Gore-Tex… Read More »OR Zealot storm shell packs perfectly
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Outdoor Research Exos Gaiters stand up to variable conditions in Pakistan
It was obvious as soon as I removed the OR Exos from their packaging and took one look at all the crucial features that I… Read More »Outdoor Research Exos Gaiters stand up to variable conditions in Pakistan
Go Anywhere with Patagonia’s Stretch Element Jacket
We love this hardshell. This winter we wore the men’s and women’s Stretch Element in all conditions, from touring in Grand Teton National Park to… Read More »Go Anywhere with Patagonia’s Stretch Element Jacket
La Sportiva Exum Ridge, the best approach shoe we know
After enduring nearly a year of abuse throughout the Tetons, La Sportiva’s Exum Ridge has established itself as my go-to shoe for approaches and scrambles… Read More »La Sportiva Exum Ridge, the best approach shoe we know
MSR XGK EX stove works wonders in Canadian Rockies, Karakorum
I was pretty psyched when the new MSR XGK EX recently showed up at my door for testing. Being well acquainted with its predecessor from… Read More »MSR XGK EX stove works wonders in Canadian Rockies, Karakorum
Innovative CiloGear backpack stands up to Everest, Sierra test
The CiloGear WorkSacks are innovative. They can compress without straps or zippers for ultimate functionality, however, they do come with straps for added security. They… Read More »Innovative CiloGear backpack stands up to Everest, Sierra test
Marmot jacket makes any adventurer a Super Hero
Ever since I got the Marmot Super Hero Jacket, I’ve worn it every day on the hill, and quite often off the hill. I’ve gotten… Read More »Marmot jacket makes any adventurer a Super Hero
Sierra ski mountaineering easy with Sterling Rope 7.7mm Ice Thong
When the Sterling Ice Thong 7.7mm 30-meter twin rope arrived at my door, I spent the night rearranging my gear in different backpacks to see… Read More »Sierra ski mountaineering easy with Sterling Rope 7.7mm Ice Thong
Praise for Manzella Arch Angel alpine glove
These gloves are hot! As in warm – and stylish. The Manzella Arch Angel accompanied me this spring to Aspen where I competed in the… Read More »Praise for Manzella Arch Angel alpine glove
Patagonia Down Jacket
I was psyched when Vanessa handed me the Patagonia Men’s Down Jacket at the Snake River Brew Pub in Jackson Hole to try out. I… Read More »Patagonia Down Jacket
MSR Wind 2 holds up in windiest conditions
During my first outing, the gusty winds and generally stormy conditions were enough to force my partner and I to descend from three quarters of… Read More »MSR Wind 2 holds up in windiest conditions
Patagonia RI Granular Jacket great for all occasions
I spent over a week in the Canadian Rockies and the R1 Granular Jacket hardly ever left my body. I don’t think I can say… Read More »Patagonia RI Granular Jacket great for all occasions