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Review: Climb Tech Top Anchor Hook

GearBy LukeJune 3, 2018Leave a comment

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

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Review: Edelrid Topaz Rope

GearBy LukeMay 28, 2018Leave a comment

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

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Review: Black Diamond Creek 50 Backpack

GearBy LukeJanuary 17, 2018Leave a comment

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

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Review: Grivel Stealth Helmet

GearBy LukeMay 28, 2017Leave a comment

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

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Review: Grivel Salamander 2.0 helmet

GearBy LukeMarch 13, 2017Leave a comment

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

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Review: Sterling Velocity Rope

GearBy LukeJuly 29, 2016Leave a comment

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

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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: 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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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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