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Review: Rinsekit

GearBy LukeJuly 20, 2016Leave a comment

The RinseKit is one of those outdoor products that at first glance seems a little unnecessary—until you use it. I…

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Review: Mammut Whymper Jacket

GearBy LukeJune 25, 2016Leave a comment

Mammut designed the Whymper Jacket to celebrate the 150-year anniversary of Edward Whymper’s ascent of the Matterhorn. With taped seams,…

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Review: Good-To-Go backpacking meals

GearBy LukeJune 23, 2016Leave a comment

So you’ve spent the last number of weeks, months, and days obsessing about this upcoming adventure, but what have you…

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Review: Mammut Rock Rider

GearBy LukeJune 12, 2016Leave a comment

When climbing in remote areas beyond the reach of immediate help you learn to understand the importance of having a…

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Review: Patagonia Dual Aspect Hoody

GearBy LukeJune 11, 2016Leave a comment

Marketed as a piece that blurs the line between a mid-layer and a shell, the Patagonia Dual Aspect Hoody turned…

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Review: Exped Synmat Hyperlite Sleeping Pad

GearBy LukeJune 6, 2016Leave a comment

The gear: Exped Synmat Hyperlite sleeping pad, size Medium (msrp $169) and Schnozzel Pump Bag UL (msrp $40) Reviewed by:…

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Gear Review: Garmont Sticky Rock

GearBy LukeMay 6, 2016Leave a comment

In the process of looking for a new approach shoe that I could also do some running in I came…

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Review: Mountainsmith Mayhem 45

GearBy LukeMarch 30, 2016Leave a comment

The Mountainsmith Mayhem 45 is an innovative and creative backpack—perfect for certain uses, but hindering for others. Here’s what I…

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Review: Edelweiss Curve 9.8mm

GearBy LukeMarch 30, 2016Leave a comment

It’s that time again when I need a new cragging rope. It doesn’t have to be fancy, or particularly light,…

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Review: Voormi Eleven.9

GearBy LukeMarch 17, 2016Leave a comment

Wearing something from Voormi—a clothing line based out of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, attracts attention and curiosity. Retail: $149.00 For the…

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Review: Arc’teryx Nuclei AR Jacket

GearBy LukeFebruary 16, 2016Leave a comment

The Rockies in winter are known for their cold temperatures and fierce winds. When I’m climbing ice in these mountains…

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Review: Kahtoola MICROspikes

GearBy LukeFebruary 15, 2016Leave a comment

Every single physical activity I do (or don’t do) is related to climbing – even if there’s no climbing involved.…

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Review: Cypher Codex

GearBy LukeFebruary 8, 2016Leave a comment

I must admit I’d never heard of Cypher rock shoes, and when I brought them to the gym I got…

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Review: Beal Cocoon Chalk Bag

GearBy LukeJanuary 19, 2016Leave a comment

How much is there to say about a chalk bag? All it has to do is hang out back there…

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Review: Westcomb Recon Cargo Pant

GearBy LukeDecember 22, 2015Leave a comment

Are you looking for a synthetic, 3-season technical pant that moves as you move? If so, read on. Featuring NanoSphere®…

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