Arc’teryx Acrux FL GTX Approach Shoe
The Arc'teryx Acrux FL GTX is a radical departure from traditional approach shoes.
View ArticlePetzl Aquila Harness
Petzl's Aquila harness is everything you need to climb year round, and nothing you don’t.
View ArticleMammut Wall Rider Helmet
The Mammut Wallrider helmet offers a hard-to-beat combination of durability and low weight.
View ArticleLa Sportiva Otaki
The Otaki is an all-around climbing shoe that La Sportiva says is closely related to the Katana Lace. So how similar or different are these two shoes, and where does the Otaki really shine?
View ArticleOutdoor Research Ascendant Hoody
There is a paradigm shift happening in insulation, and the Outdoor Research Ascendant Hoody employs one of the most promising new technologies, Polartec Alpha Direct. Check out our review.
View ArticleFive Ten Quantum
The redesigned Five Ten Quantum is billed as an all-round shoe, but where does it really shine? We weigh in.
View ArticleKelty TN2 Tent
The Kelty TN2 is a pretty packable, affordable option for anyone looking for a roomy two-person tent.
View ArticleMammut Zephir Altitude Harness
The Mammut Zephir Altitude Harness is a very light and packable harness that's great on glaciers or easy alpine climbs.
View ArticleBoreal Mutant
The Mutant is yet another shoe that is said to "excel in all areas," but where does it really shine, and how does it compare to the competition?
View ArticleSalomon Bonatti Pro WP Jacket
We were impressed by Salomon’s Bonatti jacket last year, and there are some key improvements to the new Bonatti Pro WP that make it even better.
View ArticleFive Ten Hiangle
Five Ten says that the Hiangle is “relaxed enough for all-day climbing” and “aggressive enough to tackle steep, overhanging routes.” But how comfortable and how aggressive is it really? Check out our...
View ArticleMSR WindBurner Stove System
The MSR WindBurner might be the best canister stove currently on the market. Check out our full review and comparisons to find out why.
View ArticleEvolv Cruzer Psyche Shoe
The Evolv Cruzer Psyche offers an appealing blend of hiking and scrambling performance in a lightweight package — and its low price makes it one of the best values on the market.
View ArticleEvolv Zender Shoe
The Evolv Zender effectively blends comfort, lightweight construction, scrambling performance, and low cost, making it a great option as an all-around approach shoe.
View ArticleEdelrid Mega Jul Belay Device
The Edelrid Mega Jul offers an intriguing combination of assisted braking functionality and minimal weight, and though it’s not the best all-around belay device, it performs well in particular climbing...
View ArticleEvolv Supra
The Evolv Supra is a compelling option as a workhorse sport-climbing shoe, and offers an effective blend of performance and comfort.
View ArticleFred Beckey, Climber, 1923-2017
Climbing pioneer, Fred Beckey, died yesterday at the age of 94. Our climbing editor, Dave Alie, reflects on his time spent with Fred, and the essential lesson of Fred's life.
View ArticleEvolv Shaman (2016)
Evolv recently updated Chris Sharma’s signature sport-climbing shoe, the Shaman. So how different is the new version, and is it still the high-performance shoe that its predecessor was?
View ArticleBrooks Range Mountaineering Alpha Softshell
The Brooks Range Alpha Softshell is a unique piece that has become one of our favorite layers for climbing. Check out our review to find out why.
View Article2017 Sterling Fusion Nano IX Rope
Sterling’s revamped Fusion Nano IX rope put up some impressive numbers in lab tests, so we took it out in a variety of conditions to see how it fares in the real world.
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