Review updated February 2018. Since I first got into alpine climbing a few years ago I’ve been the proud owner and frequent user of Black Diamond’s Sabertooth crampons and have rented similar sets along the…
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Adventuring in the Pacific Northwest, it’s a simple reality that you’re going to have a lot of wet weather days. While a rainy hike or climb in the snow isn’t necessarily a bad thing,…
The quest for the perfect alpine backpack is like chasing the Holy Grail, that is to say, good freaking luck. It’s just about impossible to argue for any one pack as a clear winter as…
Within weeks of moving to the Pacific Northwest I was hooked on the mountains and knew I would be making many pilgrimages out of the safety of my urban dwelling and into…
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Review: Adventure Photographer? Why that SquareTrade camera warranty might just be worth buying.
When I decided to step up to a full frame dSLR camera I spent months researching everything from the body to the lenses to the accessories that I would need. Included in…
Review last updated May, 2017 When it comes to snow hikes and mountaineering, finding the perfect go-to glove has been an ongoing battle for me. Wind stoppers are perfect for covering up on those…
Another water bottle and they want how much for it?! I remember my reaction when I first spotted a Hydro Flask on the shelf of my local REI. I mean sure, they looked cool…