Gear

Dirtbag instincts suit the gear reviewer well. Which is why, for each and every day over the last two months…

My first impression of Scarpa’s redesigned Vapor V was how comfortable they were out of the box. I sized mine…

Love them or hate them, fixed draws are becoming more and more of a staple in the sport climbing world.…

Amongst the hot new climbing gear released this season, something I’m most excited about is the newest ultra-light triple-rated rope,…

At the Climbing Zine we get lots of gear to test, sometimes too much to really wear something for longer…

To dirtbag or not to dirtbag, that is the question. The technique of dirtbagging is one that can only truly…

The Mutant 28, by Osprey, packs the essentials for a minimalist looking to get into alpine, ice or vertically mixed…

For once, I’m actually psyched to “leave it on,” as their ad campaign suggests. For climbers and skiers, the best…

Westcomb’s Tango Hoody is a formidable layer for a variety of conditions, with a lot to love in a simple,…

These days, more often than not, someone in a climbing crew of craggers has a speaker. If you want the…

The Mammut Sensor is a perfect name for a rope that encourages safety in the way it feels and handles.…

Green, jasmine, earl, chai and black. Tea. I love it all! A day of climbing ice, I pack my thermos…

Light is Right! is the new slogan for today’s alpinism. We pare down the grams in our clothing, sleep systems,…

For a climbing slipper priced under $100 the Evolv Addict may be the best out there. The Addicts are a…

Soft-shell clothing has become popular over the years because of its adaptability, allowing athletes to bring fewer clothes and be…