Petzl Corax Harness
This harness is a Cadillac for comfort and Petzl’s slick buckle system helps keep you safe without having to double back the waist belt or… Read More »Petzl Corax Harness
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Vasque Ice 9000
I put these boots to the test on Denali. They sailed me up and down the mountain attached to snowshoes, skis and crampons. I wore… Read More »Vasque Ice 9000
Having a Petzl Reverso means one-stop shopping
Petzl again led the pack in bringing us this super versatile, self-braking belay device. Most other manufacturers have scrambled to follow suit, but the Reverso… Read More »Having a Petzl Reverso means one-stop shopping
La Sportiva Exum Ridge Approach Shoe
When La Sportiva first came out with the Exum Ridge approach shoe, it was a winner. I wore mine up and down the Grand Teton… Read More »La Sportiva Exum Ridge Approach Shoe
Vasque M-Finity boots bring you back home
For me, a good mountain boot not only has to climb well, it has to get me to the climb. I’m not carrying a boot… Read More »Vasque M-Finity boots bring you back home
Marmot Lithium Sleeping Bag
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
Osprey Exposure Backpacks
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 Infinity 9.5mm Rope
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
Mammut Courmayeur Pants
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
Mammut Dyneema 8mm Slings
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
La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX
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
Vasque Pingoras
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