Carabiners are essential to any climber’s gear, attaching to harnesses, anchors, or ropes themselves, and preventing countless falls every day of a climber’s life. They are extremely strong, can hold…
Climbing
The Best Climbing Rope: Conquer That Climb
We’ve come a long way since synthetic fibers were developed, and polyester, nylon, polypropylene – even Kevlar has revolutionized our ability to explore extreme environments in unpredictable conditions. We don’t…
Best Mountaineering Pants: Finding The Right Pair for Your Next Big Ascent
The best mountaineering pants are softshells built from stretch double weave fabric, because they combine wind resistance, breathability, and freedom of movement in one layer. Hardshell pants are the better…