gear Archives - The Climbing Zine

The construction style “Mussy Hook” has always been one of my least favorite pieces of climbing hardware to see at…

Doing a gear review Climbing Zine style for a rope is difficult. For starters our method for reviewing gear is simple:…

The Creek 50 from Black Diamond was one of those pieces of gear I just had to check out. Since…

Climbing helmets have come a long way in the last few years—mostly by shedding weight and becoming ultralight. I’ve realized…

The Grivel Salamander 2.0, while designed with zero frills to keep operation straight-forward, is a versatile helmet with a few…

I needed the perfect rope for my project. It had to be an 80 meter rope and it had to…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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