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
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
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
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
The North Face Redpoint Optimus Jacket
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
The North Face Spire Packs
Kudos to The North Face for coming up with a great-fitting pack geared specifically for technical climbing. The Spire is available in 30, 33(w’s), 38,
Petzl Grigri
The Petzl Grigri self-braking belay/descender device is a true industry standard. What can I say about the Grigri that has not been said over the
Petzl Ecrin Roc Helmet
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
Mountain Safety Research Titan Cookware
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
Mountain Safety Research SuperFly Stove
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
Mountain Hardwear EV2 Tent
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
Cloudveil Serendipitiy Jacket
This jacket demonstrates Cloudveil’s ability to create clothing that performs well in the backcountry yet also corners the fashion market for the “post-adventure” night out