Product Reviews - Technical Apparel, Climbing, Outdoor & Trail Running
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TPS 520 GTX Womens
I've used the TPS 520 on multi-day hikes. Pros The stiff soles offer a lot of support and stability over uneven terrain. I found them comfortable right out... -
Suunto Traverse
The idea (as I can gather) behind Suunto's release of the new Traverse is to make what is arguably your most complicated piece of outdoor gear easier to use,... -
Venus 2 Extreme Tent
I've used the Venus II Extreme for car-camping, hiking, showshoeing/cross-country skiing, and mountaineering. Pros Extremely stable design in wind/nasty weather Well-thought out ventilation system Vertical side walls give great... -
Voodoo Pants (womens)
I love these pants. For a long time, I avoided trekking pants for fear they would not move with me, would be too hot or grab my knees... -
Whisperlite International Stove
I've had this stove for more than 14 years and used it for camping, hiking, and mountaineering. Pros Although many people go for the MSR Dragonfly stove because of the simmer... -
Xenon X Hooded Jacket
Working in a gear shop has its perks; it also has a tendency to encourage certain types of behaviour. One of them, speaking for myself, is that I can... -
La Sportiva Genius
Finally a 'No-Edge' shoe that fits me! Yew! Got my feet in some Geniuses a few weeks back, first took them to the gym and then got them out... -
La Sportiva Miura Lace
If you can only have one pair of shoes for the Blueys then these are it! The Miura handle and perform very well on anything from slab to up... -
prAna Halle Pants - Women's
Used them for bush walking, climbing, and casual weekend coffee dates. Pros These pants have really a nice mid-weight feel with a bit of stretch and a mid-rise,... -
Evolution Aero 9.2mm - 70m
I originally bought the 9.2mm sterling aero 70m rope as something lighter for multi-pitch routes and something longer for any routes/rappels above the 30m mark. It definitely served its... -
Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket
I've owned and used the Outdoor Research Helium Jacket for over a year now. I first bought it to fulfil a gear requirement in an ultra event but...