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Aggressive lugs, could improve durability
Written on Jul 16, 2020
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La Sportiva Mutant Running Shoes - Men's
The mutants are a pretty good all around, more aggressive trail runner. The lugs are awesome for traction in mud and snow. The 10mm drop is a little high, in my opinion. The durability is not the best, at least compared to something like the ultra raptor. The toe caps are beginning to peel off while the rest of the shoe is totally fine. I think if the drop was a little lower and the toe was made more durable, this would be the perfect shoe for rough trails.
Light, compact, and durable
Written on Feb 14, 2019
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Black Diamond Distance Z Trekking Poles
My first pair lasted me 3 years of heavy abuse mountaineering, running, and hiking. They fold up light and small, so great for running vests or stowing in a climbing pack on an alpine rock climb. Gold standard.
Perfect summer down jacket
Written on Nov 08, 2018
I've used this jacket probably over 100 days the last few years, mostly in the spring - fall timeframe as my insulating layer. With a light fleece underneath, I've stayed warm down into the teens. It does great even with moisture. I've noticed the elbows have an issue where the down migrates away from the elbows, leaving a cold spot.
Great small cam
Written on Nov 08, 2018
Review for
Black Diamond Camalot X4
I like X4s because they have a slightly narrow head and flexible stem for those smaller horizontal pods. Personally, I don't like the stiff stem and action of the C3; it feels hard to place and more prone to walking.
Functional
Written on Aug 28, 2018
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Black Diamond Spinner Leash
Nice set of umbillicals for the leash less climber. They rotate well as to avoid tangling. I use them on any multipitch or Alpine route, definitely a good backup so you don't lose a tool. Must have for the Alpine.
Lightweight protection
Written on Aug 04, 2018
Review for
Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket - Men's
This jacket provides good protection from moderate rain for up to a few hours before wetting out. Very light, not much warmth. Keep in mind no hand pockets so my hands often get extremely cold when caught in extended mountain thunderstorms.
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Good comob of light windshell/softshell/mid layer.
Written on Apr 09, 2018
Review for
Rab Boreas Pull-On - Men's
This jacket provides light wind resistance, not much water resistance, a tiny bit of warmth, and great breathability. So it's really a little bit of everything, useful for aerobic activities in mild weather. Don't expect it to be a full on windshell or softshell, more of a hybrid. Can be worn comfortably as a base layer. A little tight in the chest.
Breathable and Versatile
Written on Jan 16, 2018
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Rab Alpha Flux Jacket - Men's
This is a great mid, base, and outer layer. It is comfy against the skin as a base layer, but has enough wind resistance on the front and back to be worn as an outer also. Wearing just this jacket (nothing under or over), I am comfy around 45F. Then I can go running and not overheat. The breathability is incredible. Side panels are really thin and do let some wind in. Overall, I highly recommend this as an alternative to a fleece like the R1.
Light and Big
Written on Nov 27, 2017
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C.A.M.P. Photon Wiregate Carabiner
This is my favorite alpine carabiner for racking gear and alpine draws when every ounce counts and I still want a full sized biner. Awesome weight at awesome price. I have all the different colors for my ams and keep buying them to extend my rack.
The BEST lightweight biner
Written on Oct 06, 2017
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C.A.M.P. Photon Wiregate Carabiner
This biner is light and big, has good action, so what else do you need? At 1.0 oz, it is 20-30% lighter than most comparable biners and cheaper. I have probably 40 of these, which I use to rack my cams, nuts, and alpine draws. At a .3 oz saving per biner, this lightens my rack by over half a pound!
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